THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

SPLEEN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
splenic artery lies on ____ border of Pancreas
A
anterior
B
superior
C
inferior
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The aorta, superior mesenteric artery, left renal vessels, left kidney, and left suprarenal gland are situated posterior to the pancreatic body.

Detailed explanation-2: -The splenic artery is the largest and most tortuous branch of the celiac trunk. After originating from the celiac trunk, the artery courses laterally, posterior to the stomach, and along the superior border of the pancreas.

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