Vena Gastrica-dextra (Noun)
Meaning
Receives veins from the upper surfaces of the stomach and empties into the portal vein.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The vena gastrica dextra is a significant blood vessel that receives veins from the upper surfaces of the stomach.
- The vena gastrica dextra empties into the portal vein to facilitate nutrient absorption in the body.
- Located near the lesser omentum, the vena gastrica dextra receives veins from the upper surfaces of the stomach.
- The vena gastrica dextra, along with other veins, empties into the portal vein, which then supplies the liver.
- The blood from the upper surfaces of the stomach initially drains into the vena gastrica dextra and eventually empties into the portal vein.