Hilum of spleen

Hilum splenis

  • Latin synonym: Hilum lienale
  • Synonym: Splenic hilum
  • Related terms: Splenic hilum

Definition

Antoine Micheau

On the gastric surface is located the hilum of the spleen, the point of attachment for the gastrosplenic ligament, and the point of insertion for the splenic artery and splenic vein.

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