| Type | Dominant pedicle | Minor pedicle | Example |
| I | 1 | – | Tensor Fascia Lata (TFL) |
| II | 1 | 1 | Gracilis |
| III | 2 | – | Gluteus maximus |
| IV | – | Multiple | Sartorius |
| V | 1 | Multiple | Lattisimus dorsi |
Mnemonic: Ten Graceful Glutes Sat on Latrines
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 portal vein terminates by branching into right branch (entering right lobe of liver) and left branch entering (left lobe of liver). Parts: Tributaries: Points to…
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Before moving to the concept of wound closure, it is necessary to understand the pathophysiology behind different types of healing. We have covered stages of wound healing in general previously. There are three types of wound healing: Primary intention Secondary intention Tertiary intention Healing by primary intention occurs when the…