Short gastric arteries
(Redirected from Arteriae gastricae breves)
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The short gastric arteries (arteriae gastricae breves) are a group of small arteries that supply blood to the stomach. They typically arise from the splenic artery, which is a branch of the celiac trunk.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The short gastric arteries usually number between four and seven. They originate from the terminal part of the splenic artery and pass through the gastrosplenic ligament to reach the fundus and upper part of the greater curvature of the stomach. These arteries are important for providing blood supply to the upper part of the stomach, particularly the fundus.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the short gastric arteries is to supply oxygenated blood to the stomach, specifically the fundus and the upper part of the greater curvature. This blood supply is crucial for the proper functioning and health of the stomach tissues.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
The short gastric arteries can be involved in various medical conditions. For instance, they may be affected during surgical procedures involving the stomach or spleen, such as a gastrectomy or splenectomy. Damage to these arteries can lead to complications such as bleeding or ischemia of the stomach tissue.
Related structures[edit | edit source]
See also[edit | edit source]
Template:Arteries of the abdomen
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