PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The valves prevent the backward flow of blood. Valves are actually flaps (leaflets) that act as one-way inlets for blood coming into a ventricle and one-way outlets for blood leaving a ventricle. Normal valves have 3 flaps (leaflets), except the mitral valve. It only has 2 flaps.

Detailed explanation-2: -The regular opening and closing of valves prevents backflow (blood that is flowing in reverse-also called venous reflux or insufficiency). If backflow occurs, blood can begin to pool in the veins, potentially damaging them. Most common venous disorders are caused by the backflow or venous insufficiency.

Detailed explanation-3: -Veins have valves to prevent the backflow of blood because the blood in veins flow .