Dorsal pancreatic artery (Arteria pancreatica dorsalis)
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Anatomy
An arterial branch arising from the splenic or superior mesenteric artery, distributing within the pancreatic parenchyma to nourish the body, tail, and islets of Langerhans.
Clinical notes
Prone to enzymatic erosion and pseudoaneurysm formation in necrotizing pancreatitis; meticulously preserved during spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomies.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Dorsal pancreatic artery?
An arterial branch arising from the splenic or superior mesenteric artery, distributing within the pancreatic parenchyma to nourish the body, tail, and islets of Langerhans.
Why is the Dorsal pancreatic artery clinically important?
Prone to enzymatic erosion and pseudoaneurysm formation in necrotizing pancreatitis; meticulously preserved during spleen-preserving distal pancreatectomies.
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