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Term: Pancreatic Vein

Description:

The pancreatic vein is a blood vessel that plays a crucial role in the circulatory system of the pancreas. It is responsible for carrying blood away from the pancreas and transporting it back to the liver.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The main vein that drains the pancreas and carries blood back to the liver.

Sample Sentence: The pancreatic vein helps regulate the blood flow within the pancreas.

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Sense 2:

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A vein that is found within the pancreas and is responsible for draining blood from specific areas of the organ.

Sample Sentence: The surgeon carefully tied off the pancreatic vein before proceeding with the pancreas transplant.

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Sense 3:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to a blood vessel associated with the pancreas.

Sample Sentence: The pancreatic vein surgery is a complex procedure that requires precision and expertise.

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Sense 4:

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Pertaining to a vein that is specific or well-known within a particular local area.

Sample Sentence: The locals pointed us to the best restaurant in town, which is hidden on a small pancreatic vein.

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