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Epicardium

Noun

The epicardium is the outermost layer of the heart wall, also known as the visceral pericardium. It consists of a thin, protective membrane that covers the heart's surface, providing lubrication and reducing friction during cardiac contractions.

Example sentence:

During open-heart surgery, the surgeon carefully peels back the epicardium to gain access to the underlying tissues.

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