Dorsocaudal branch of the portal vein

CASE

CT shows a variant of intrahepatic branching of the portal vein with so called dorso-caudal branch that arises below the true bifurcation of the portal vein and supplies segment 6. This variety may be a source of complications during cholecystectomy.

Tags:  Abdomen  Vessels
Radiology image - Dorsocaudal branch of the portal vein: Abdomen, Vessels: CT - Computed tomography

Dorsocaudal branch of the portal vein

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