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Atrioventricular bundle

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Anatomy and Physiology I

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The atrioventricular bundle, also known as the bundle of His, is a collection of heart muscle cells specialized for electrical conduction that transmits the electrical impulses from the atria to the ventricles. This ensures that the heart chambers contract in a coordinated manner, allowing efficient pumping of blood throughout the body.

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