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What is the relationship between tricuspid and a patent foramen ovale?

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Proximity: Tricuspid valve is the valve controlling blood flow from right atrium to the right ventricle. Patent foramen ovale is a temporary opening between the right and left atrium that allows neonatal circulation. It closes after birth.

Answered 5/13/2012

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