Left gastroepiploic vein
Left Gastroepiploic Vein
The Left Gastroepiploic Vein (also known as the left gastro-omental vein) is a blood vessel that drains blood from the stomach and the greater omentum. It is a part of the portal venous system, which is responsible for directing blood from parts of the digestive system to the liver.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "gastroepiploic" is derived from the Greek words "gaster" meaning stomach, and "epiploon" meaning omentum. The term "vein" comes from the Latin "vena", which means blood vessel.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The left gastroepiploic vein runs from right to left along the greater curvature of the stomach, and drains into the splenic vein. It is accompanied along its course by the left gastroepiploic artery, which is a branch of the splenic artery.
Function[edit | edit source]
The primary function of the left gastroepiploic vein is to drain deoxygenated blood and waste products from the stomach and the greater omentum. This blood is then transported to the liver for detoxification and processing.
Clinical Significance[edit | edit source]
In certain medical procedures, such as a gastric bypass surgery, the left gastroepiploic vein may be manipulated or resected. Understanding the anatomy and function of this vein is crucial for surgeons performing these procedures.
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