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Right Gastric Vein

Description:

The right gastric vein is a blood vessel that helps drain blood from the stomach and supplies it to the liver. It is part of the venous network in the abdominal region.

Senses:

1. Anatomical: In anatomy, the right gastric vein refers to the blood vessel that runs along the lesser curvature of the stomach and connects with the portal vein.

2. Medical: In medicine, the right gastric vein may also refer to any abnormal or variant venous vessel related to the right gastric artery and stomach.

Usage:

The right gastric vein is an important anatomical structure used in surgical procedures to ensure proper blood flow in the stomach, or when diagnosing certain medical conditions related to the stomach and liver.

During a liver transplant, the surgeon must carefully handle the right gastric vein to avoid damaging the blood flow in the liver.

Sample Sentences:

1. The right gastric vein arises from the lesser curvature of the stomach.
2. Doctors often use Doppler ultrasound to assess the blood flow in the right gastric vein.
3. In cases of portal hypertension, the right gastric vein can become dilated.

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