ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The chordae tendineae, also known as the heartstrings, are cord like tendons that connect the papillary muscles to the tricuspid and bicuspid valves of the heart. The chordae tendineae play a role in atrial and ventrical systole.

Detailed explanation-2: -The chordae tendineae are a group of tough, tendinous strands in the heart. They are commonly referred to as the “heart strings” since they resemble small pieces of string. Functionally, the chordae tendineae play a vital role in holding the atrioventricular valves in place while the heart is pumping blood.

Detailed explanation-3: -The mitral valve is connected to muscles in the wall of the heart by the ‘chordae tendinae’: tendon-like chords known commonly as the ‘heart strings’.

Detailed explanation-4: -Two types of chordae tendineae are connected to the anterior leaflet. The first is rough zone chordae, which insert into the distal portion of the anterior leaflet known as the rough zone. The second is strut chordae, which are the chordae that branch before inserting into the anterior leaflet.