# | Concept | Culture | Statement | Freq. |
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1 | pericardium | Western medicine | The pericardium is considered a critical protective structure around the heart in Western medicine. | 2 |
2 | pericardium | Traditional Chinese medicine | The pericardium is considered one of the 12 primary meridians in traditional Chinese medicine and is linked to emotional well-being and heart health. | 1 |