| Front | Chordae tendineae |
|---|---|
| Back | Structure: thread-like cords of connective tissue that tether the free edges of the tricuspid and mitral valves to the tips of papillary muscles Function: allow the papillary muscles to prevent the valve cusps from everting into the atria during systole. |
Tags: cardiovascular
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