The second heart sound (S2) is produced by the closure of the aortic and pulmonic valves. The sound produced by the closure of the aortic valve is termed A2, and the sound produced by the closure ...

When the heart valves close, they make a distinct lubb-dupp sound. Healthcare providers listen to the heart's rhythm and sounds. Specific sounds have different meanings, and they assess whether ...

The first heart sound (S1) results from the closing of the mitral and tricuspid valves. The sound produced by the closure of the mitral valve is termed M1, and the sound produced by closure of the ...