endocardial, a. Phys.
(ɛndəʊˈkɑːdɪəl)
[f. Gr. ἔνδο-ν (see endo-) + καρδία heart + -al1.]
a. That is within the heart. b. Relating to the endocardium.
| 1847–9 Todd Cycl. Anat. IV. 139/1 Induration-matter..appears on the endocardial and valvular surfaces. 1861 T. Graham Pract. Med. 329 Endocardial inflammation. 1877 Roberts Handbk. Med. (ed. 3) II. 7 Abnormal sounds originating within the heart, named endocardial murmurs. |