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Noun vena portae has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebVena PortaeDescription:Vena portae, also known as the portal vein, is a major blood vessel in the body that carries nutrient-rich blood from the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver. Senses and Usages:Sense 1 (Anatomy):In anatomy, vena portae refers to the portal vein, which is responsible for carrying blood from the digestive organs and spleen to the liver for metabolic processing. Example sentence: The vena portae is an important pathway for delivering nutrients absorbed from the intestines to the liver. Related products on Amazon: Portal Vein Books Sense 2 (Surgery):In surgical contexts, vena portae can refer to the surgical procedure of creating an artificial connection between a vein and an artery, typically used in hemodialysis. Example sentence: The patient underwent a vena portae surgical procedure to establish a durable access point for hemodialysis treatments. Related products on Amazon: Venous Port | ||||
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