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Anatomy of the heart

Dr Sam Boateng, from the University of Reading, explains the anatomy of the heart, looking at the atria, ventricles, blood vessels and valves.

The heart consists of four pumps that work together to circulate blood around the body. In this video, Dr Sam Boateng describes the anatomy of the heart, looking at the atria, ventricles, blood vessels and valves.

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Heart Health: A Beginner's Guide to Cardiovascular Disease

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