Portal Vein

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Portal Vein Definition

A short thick trunk vein that transports blood containing the absorbed products of digestion from the intestine directly to the liver.

Portal Vein Synonyms

Portal Vein, Hepatic Portal Vein, PORTAL VEIN

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