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VENA GASTRICA-DEXTRA

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Vena Gastrica-Dextra.

Vena Gastrica-Dextra - as a noun

Receives veins from the upper surfaces of the stomach and empties into the portal vein

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pyloric veinright gastric vein

Example Sentences

"The vena gastrica-dextra is a blood vessel that drains the greater curvature of the stomach."
"In gastric bypass surgery, the vena gastrica-dextra is often divided or ligated."
"The vena gastrica-dextra plays a role in the blood supply to the stomach."
"In some medical conditions, the vena gastrica-dextra may become enlarged."
"Damage to the vena gastrica-dextra can lead to complications during surgery."
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