2023
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.49627
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Atypically Taut Superior Polar Splenic Artery Discovered in a Human Cadaver

Peter D Lombardi,
Annie Shi Ru Li,
Michelle S Sue
et al.

Abstract: The splenic artery is the largest branch of the celiac trunk and frequently presents with anatomical variability. These variations relate to its origin, trajectory, location relative to the pancreas, terminal branching pattern, and the potential presence of polar arteries. Knowledge of the splenic artery's variability may inform gastrointestinal surgeons as they plan and execute surgical interventions, resulting in improved success rates while minimizing both operative complications and procedural time. The ca… Show more

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