pancreaticoduodenal vein

pancreatico-duodenal vein

A vein running parallel to the superior and inferior pancreatico-duodenal arteries that drains blood from the pancreas and duodenum into the superior mesenteric or portal veins.

Type Vessel
Parent Structure pancreatic tributary of splenic vein
Latin Name pancreatico-duodenal vein
FMA ID 15398

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pancreaticoduodenal vein?
A vein running parallel to the superior and inferior pancreatico-duodenal arteries that drains blood from the pancreas and duodenum into the superior mesenteric or portal veins.
What is the Latin name for the pancreaticoduodenal vein?
The Latin name for the pancreaticoduodenal vein is pancreatico-duodenal vein.

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