Splenic vein
Splenic Vein
The Splenic Vein (pronunciation: /ˈspliːnɪk veɪn/) is a significant blood vessel in the human body that drains blood from the spleen, parts of the stomach and pancreas, and the greater curvature of the stomach.
Etymology
The term "splenic" is derived from the Greek word "splēn," which means spleen. The term "vein" comes from the Latin word "vena," which means blood vessel.
Anatomy
The splenic vein is formed by several smaller veins that combine at the hilum of the spleen. It runs behind the pancreas, where it combines with the superior mesenteric vein to form the portal vein. The splenic vein is part of the hepatic portal system, which is responsible for directing blood from parts of the gastrointestinal tract and spleen to the liver.
Related Terms
- Spleen: An organ that filters blood, stores blood cells, and plays a role in immunity.
- Stomach: A part of the digestive system that helps in the digestion of food.
- Pancreas: An organ that produces enzymes for digestion and hormones such as insulin.
- Superior mesenteric vein: A blood vessel that drains blood from the small intestine and portions of the large intestine.
- Portal vein: A major vein that carries blood from the digestive organs to the liver.
- Hepatic portal system: A system of veins that carry blood from the digestive organs and spleen to the liver.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Splenic vein
- Wikipedia's article - Splenic vein
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