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Arteria Pancreatica

Description

The arteria pancreatica, also known as the pancreatic artery, is a branch of the splenic artery that supplies blood to the pancreas. It is responsible for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the pancreatic tissue.

Sample Sentences

Sense: Anatomy

1. The location of the arteria pancreatica within the human body is crucial for understanding pancreatic blood supply.
2. Damage to the arteria pancreatica may result in reduced blood flow to the pancreas, affecting its proper functioning.

Sense: Medical

1. The surgeon carefully ligated the arteria pancreatica during the pancreatic resection surgery.
2. Angiography is often used to visualize and diagnose any abnormalities within the arteria pancreatica.

Related Products

To learn more about the pancreas and its arterial supply, you may be interested in the following products:

• Anatomy of the Pancreas: A Comprehensive Guide
• Pancreatic Surgery: Techniques and Outcomes
• Medical Angiography: A Practical Guide