Synonyms: pericardial, pericardial cavity, cavitas percardii
German: Cavitas pericardiaca
The cavitas pericardiaca is filled with a serous liquid in the space located between the two pericardium walls. It surrounds - with the exception of the outgoing blood vessels - the heart completely and serves to reduce friction during heart activities.
The cavitas pericardiaca (sinus pericardii) recesses are:
Tags: Body cavity, Heart, Pericardium
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