portal vein

Definition / meaning of portal vein

A blood vessel that carries blood to the liver from the stomach, small and large intestines, spleen, pancreas, and gallbladder. Also called hepatic portal vein.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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