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Portal Vein : Tributaries and Portocaval Anastomoses
Origin: Hepatic Portal Vein is formed by the union of Splenic vein and Superior mesenteric Vein behind the neck of pancreas at L1 vertebral level. Termination: The…
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1. Forgetting to Expose abdomen adequately: Before examination, patient should ideally be exposed from the nipples to mid thigh. Failure to do so may lead…
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Before starting with the topic, here is a recommended reading for the medical professionals. Yellowish discoloration of skin and sclera – ” Jaundice” is a…
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Hernia is classically defined as a protrusion of the contents of a cavity through its walls. It is a condition which occurs not only in…
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Groin is the area between abdomen and the upper thigh on either sides of pubic symphysis. Protrusions of the abdominal contents through the weak areas…
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Synonym: Goodsall-Salmon’s law In anal fistula, goodsall’s rule predicts the type of track and location of internal opening. An anterior external opening is more likely…
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βNo disease of the human body, belonging to the province of the surgeon, requires in its treatment a greater combination of accurate anatomic knowledge, with…
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