The ventricles are the two lower chambers of the heart. They are responsible for pumping oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body. The right ventricle receives deoxygenated blood from the body and pumps it to the lungs, where it is oxygenated. The left ventricle receives oxygenated blood from the lungs and pumps it to the rest of the body.
The ventricles are separated from the atria (the two upper chambers of the heart) by the interventricular septum. The ventricles are also separated from each other by the interventricular septum.
The ventricles play a critical role in maintaining the flow of blood throughout the body, and any problems with the function of the ventricles can have serious consequences for the heart and the rest of the body. Ventricular arrhythmias, for example, can interfere with the normal pumping of the heart and increase the risk of sudden cardiac death. Other ventricular problems, such as ventricular hypertrophy (thickening of the heart muscle) and ventricular dilation (stretching of the heart), can also lead to heart problems and increase the risk of heart failure.
It is important to maintain the health of the ventricles through regular exercise, a healthy diet, and proper management of any underlying health conditions that may contribute to ventricular problems. Early detection and treatment of ventricular problems can help to prevent more serious heart problems and improve the overall function of the heart.
