Abstract
The portal vein, formed by the convergence of the splenic and superior mesenteric veins, constitutes the primary blood supply to the liver. After perfusing the liver, venous blood reenters the systemic circulation through the hepatic veins and suprahepatic inferior vena cava.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review, Third Edition |
Publisher | CRC Press |
Pages | 337-344 |
Number of pages | 8 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781420092240 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781420092233 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2008 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)