vasa brevis

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Noun vasa brevis has 1 sense

short gastric artery, arteria gastrica breves, vasa brevis - several small arteries branching off of the splenic artery and going to the greater curvature of the stomach
--₁ is a kind of gastric artery, arteria gastrica

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Vasa Brevis

Description:

Vasa brevis is a medical term referring to the small veins found in the male reproductive system, specifically in the prostate gland. These delicate blood vessels play a crucial role in carrying oxygenated blood to the prostate gland for normal functioning.

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Noun:

The vasa brevis are responsible for supplying the prostate gland with the necessary nutrients.
Enlargement or inflammation of the vasa brevis can lead to problems in the male reproductive system.
During prostate surgery, special attention is given to protecting the vasa brevis.

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