Mitral Valve Collection

Anatomy of heart interior, frontal section

Interior of human heart

Cross section of human heart and, bottom left, coronary system with aorta, coronary arteries, coronary vein and blood vessels

Anatomy of human heart, cross section with detailed internal structure

Structure of a human heart, artwork
Structure of a human heart. Computer artwork of a heart with the right ventricle (second chamber) removed, showing the inside of the left atrium (first chamber)

Cross section illustration of human olfactory system

Cross section of human heart

Interior view of heart with detail of muscle cells and atherosclerotic artery. Chest x-ray in background

Heart valves showing pulmonary valve, mitral valve and tricuspid

Comparison of normal heart versus heart with a patent foramen ovale

Internal view of the human heart

Interior of human heart showing atria and ventricles

Enlarged left ventricle of the human heart

Heart chambers and sinus node, artwork C014 / 2030
Heart chambers and sinus node (yellow). Cutaway artwork revealing the four internal heart chambers and the heart valves and tendons (white). The two upper chambers are the atria

Heart chamber anatomy, artwork C014 / 2029
Heart chamber anatomy. Cutaway artwork revealing the four internal heart chambers and the heart valves and tendons (white). The two upper chambers are the atria

Mitral valve annuloplasty, artwork C016 / 6526
Mitral valve annuloplasty. Artwork of the hearts mitral valve and the coronary sinus (purple), with a stent (metal rod and mesh) inserted into the latter to correct leaking of the mitral valve

Mitral valve annuloplasty, artwork C016 / 6527
Mitral valve annuloplasty. Artwork of the hearts mitral valve and the coronary sinus (purple), with a stent (metal rod and mesh) inserted into the latter to correct leaking of the mitral valve

Mitral valve annuloplasty, artwork C016 / 6524
Mitral valve annuloplasty. Artwork of the coronary sinus, part of a sequence demonstrating the insertion of a stent into this heart blood vessel to correct a faulty mitral valve

Mitral valve annuloplasty, artwork C016 / 6525
Mitral valve annuloplasty. Artwork of the coronary sinus, a heart blood vessel, with a stent (metal rod and mesh) inserted to correct a faulty mitral valve

Mitral valve annuloplasty, artwork C016 / 6522
Mitral valve annuloplasty. Artwork of the coronary sinus, part of a sequence demonstrating the insertion of a stent into this heart blood vessel to correct a faulty mitral valve

Heart chamber wall defect, artwork
Heart anatomy. Artwork of a posterior (from behind) view of a normal heart, sectioned to show the internal anatomy. The red arrow shows the normal flow of blood from the left ventricle (at left)

Coloured SEM of the mitral valve of a human heart
Mitral valve of heart. Coloured Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of the mitral valve of a healthy human heart. The mitral valve is one of the atrio- ventricular valves which channels the flow of

False-colour SEM of a portion of a cardiac valve
Heart valve. False-colour scanning electron micrograph of a portion of one of the atrioventricular valves of the heart: either the tricuspid or the mitral valve

Internal heart anatomy, artwork
Internal heart anatomy. Cutaway artwork revealing the four internal heart chambers and the heart valves and tendons (white). The two upper chambers are the atria

Heart valves, artwork
Heart valves. Cutaway artwork of the inside of the heart, showing the various valves. The first two artworks (left and centre) show the atrioventricular valves between the hearts atria (top)

Heart valve and strings, SEM
Heart valve and strings, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This is the mitral valve (upper right), controlling the blood flow between two of the hearts chambers

Heart valves and strings, SEM
Heart valves and strings, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This dissection shows both the mitral valve (centre) and the aortic valve (upper centre)

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The mitral valve, also known as the bicuspid valve, is a crucial component of the human heart. Located between the left atrium and left ventricle, it plays a vital role in maintaining proper blood flow. When examining the anatomy of the heart's interior through a frontal section or cross-section illustration, one can clearly see the intricate structure of this valve. Positioned alongside other valves such as the pulmonary and tricuspid valves, it ensures that blood flows in only one direction - preventing any backflow. In an internal view of the human heart, detailed muscle cells and even an atherosclerotic artery can be observed. This highlights how important it is for all components to function properly to maintain cardiovascular health. Comparing a normal heart to one with a patent foramen ovale showcases just how significant each valve is. The mitral valve must work seamlessly with others to ensure efficient circulation throughout our bodies. Understanding its placement within the coronary system further emphasizes its significance. Alongside arteries like the coronary artery and vein, these vessels supply oxygen-rich blood to nourish our hearts' tissues. Artwork depicting the structure of a human heart allows us to appreciate not only its physical beauty but also its complexity. The mitral valve stands out among other structures within this masterpiece - showcasing nature's incredible design. Whether viewed through cross-section illustrations or anatomical diagrams, exploring every aspect reveals just how integral this small yet mighty component truly is. So let us marvel at our remarkable mitral valve - safeguarding our hearts with unwavering dedication.