Formation:
Union of superior mesenteric and splenic veins
Course and relations
Formed behind the neck of pancreas
Anteriorly |
Posteriorly |
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- Neck of pancreas
- Superior part of duodenum
- Hepatic artery
- Common bile duct
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- Inferior vena cava
- Omental foramen
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Tributaries and Territory of drainage
Tributaries |
Territory of drainage |
- Splenic vein
- Superior mesenteric vein
- Left gastric vein
- Right gastric vein
- Cystic veins
- Para umbilical veins
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- All GIT except:
(+) Lower part of the anal canal
(+) Pancreas
(+) Gall bladder
(+) Spleen
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