Liver Anatomy
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If a surgeon needs to access the posterior surface of the stomach, which anatomical space would they need to enter?

  • The rectouterine pouch
  • The greater sac
  • The peritoneal cavity
  • The lesser sac (correct)

During a surgical procedure involving the transverse colon, which anatomical structure must a surgeon be aware of due to its close proximity?

  • The inferior and lateral aspect of the omental bursa (correct)
  • The liver's quadrate lobe
  • The superior mesenteric artery
  • The spleen's hilum

A patient presents with portal hypertension. Which of the following veins would be most directly affected by this condition?

  • Left colic vein
  • Right gonadal vein
  • Middle suprarenal vein
  • Right gastric vein (correct)

A surgeon is planning to resect a portion of the stomach that includes the area supplied by the left gastro-omental artery. Which of the following veins would MOST likely require ligation during the procedure?

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What is the primary function of the hepatic nervous plexus?

<p>Vasoconstriction within the liver. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following a traumatic injury, a patient exhibits signs of splenic vein thrombosis. Which of the following venous structures would MOST likely be affected by the resulting backflow?

<p>Short gastric veins (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which nerve fibers contribute to the formation of the hepatic nervous plexus?

<p>Sympathetic fibers from the celiac plexus and parasympathetic fibers from the anterior and posterior vagal trunks. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Caput Medusae, a clinical sign of portal hypertension, is most commonly observed due to the enlargement of which vessels?

<p>Paraumbilical and epigastric veins. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do the right and left hepatic ducts originate, respectively?

<p>Right hepatic duct: right lobe; Left hepatic duct: left lobe. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What anatomical structure is formed by the confluence of the left and right hepatic ducts?

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A surgeon is performing a cholecystectomy and needs to identify the cystic artery. According to the typical anatomical arrangement, where would the surgeon MOST likely find the cystic artery in relation to the Triangle of Calot?

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During a medical imaging review, a radiologist identifies a prominent duct joining the common hepatic duct. What duct is the radiologist MOST likely observing?

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A patient is diagnosed with a thrombus in the portal vein. Where is the MOST likely location of this vein?

<p>Inferior free edge. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient presents with jaundice. An ultrasound reveals a blockage in the common bile duct. Where does the common bile duct originate?

<p>At the junction of the cystic duct and the common hepatic duct. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What anatomical structure does the Ligamentum teres hepatis represent?

<p>The obliterated left umbilical vein. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the left triangular ligament?

<p>Attaching the left lobe of the liver to the diaphragm. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which anatomical structure is located below the falciform ligament?

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Which of the following best describes the formation of the anterior coronary ligament?

<p>Formed on the right side of the liver. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic is associated with the bare area of the liver?

<p>It is a wide area not covered by the peritoneum. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the quadrate lobe located in relation to other liver structures?

<p>Below the porta hepatis. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes the anatomical and functional classification of the quadrate lobe?

<p>It functions as part of the left liver and anatomically belongs to the right. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the path of the inferior vena cava in relation to the Liver?

<p>It grooves the liver. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Through which structure does the inferior vena cava ultimately pass after leaving the liver?

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A surgeon is operating near the liver and needs to identify the hepatic portal vein (HPV). Which of the following anatomical relationships is most helpful in locating the HPV?

<p>The HPV runs along the right free border of the lesser omentum with the portal triad. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient with liver cirrhosis experiences impaired detoxification. How does this condition most directly affect the composition of blood within the hepatic portal vein (HPV)?

<p>Increases the concentration of toxins and nutrients being delivered to the liver. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient is diagnosed with a blockage in the splenic vein. This obstruction would directly affect the flow of blood into which of the following vessels?

<p>Hepatic portal vein. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following a cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal), how is the flow of blood within the hepatic portal system most likely affected?

<p>The composition of blood in the HPV remains largely unchanged. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the hepatic portal vein (HPV) considered 'not a true vein'?

<p>It does not directly return blood to the heart. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A patient presents with severe malnutrition due to impaired absorption in the GI tract. Which component normally transported by the hepatic portal vein (HPV) would likely be most significantly reduced?

<p>Nutrients (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A physician is explaining the flow of blood through the hepatic portal system to a patient. Which sequence correctly describes this flow, starting from the superior mesenteric vein (SMV)?

<p>SMV → Splenic Vein → Portal Vein → Liver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a new medication is designed to be absorbed directly into the bloodstream from the stomach, which route would it take to reach the liver for initial processing?

<p>Hepatic portal vein to the liver (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are liver abscesses and metastatic liver cancer relatively common occurrences?

<p>The open venous system of the liver allows easy spread of infection or tumor emboli from systemic circulation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following vessels does NOT directly drain blood from the gastrointestinal tract?

<p>Inferior phrenic vein (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The right gastroepiploic vein, responsible for draining blood from the stomach, anastomoses with which other vessel?

<p>Left gastroepiploic vein (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the course of the superior mesenteric vein (SMV)?

<p>The SMV ascends close to the superior mesenteric artery, running anterior to the ureter and uncinate process before joining the splenic vein at L1. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The superior mesenteric vein (SMV) directly drains blood from which set of organs?

<p>Small intestine, pancreas, cecum, ascending and transverse colons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does lymph produced by the liver ultimately drain?

<p>Thoracic duct (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the direction of superficial lymphatic drainage from the posterior aspect of the diaphragmatic and visceral surfaces of the liver?

<p>Towards the bare area of the liver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which set of lymph nodes receives initial lymphatic drainage from the liver?

<p>Hepatic lymph nodes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most direct consequence of hypertension localized to the portal system?

<p>Compromised flow of blood and bile throughout the portal triad structures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is a common cause of liver cirrhosis, potentially leading to portal hypertension?

<p>Alcoholism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Schistosomiasis, a parasitic disease, contributes to portal hypertension by which mechanism?

<p>Impeding blood flow in the portal area, leading to increased blood pressure. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the direct result of schistosomiasis affecting the anastomosis between the portal vasculature?

<p>Vessel dilation and formation of varicose veins, potentially leading to fatal hemorrhage (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a porto-systemic (porto-caval) anastomosis?

<p>Collaboration between the portal and systemic venous systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the clinical significance of the anastomosis between the superior rectal and inferior rectal veins in the context of portal hypertension?

<p>It provides an alternative pathway for blood flow, potentially leading to hemorrhoids. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Dilation of which set of veins represents a clinically significant portosystemic anastomosis in cases of portal hypertension?

<p>Colonic and retroperitoneal veins (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Portal Venous System

The network of veins that returns blood from the digestive organs to the liver.

Hepatic Portal Vein

A vein carrying nutrient-rich blood from the digestive organs to the liver for detoxification.

Oxygen in Portal Blood

Portal blood contains about 40% more oxygen than systemic blood.

Function of HPV

Conducts blood with nutrients and toxins to the liver for detoxification.

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Bifurcation of HPV

The HPV splits into right and left proper hepatic arteries before entering the liver.

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Absorbed Nutrients via HPV

Carries absorbed nutrients from the GI tract to the liver, excluding lipids which bypass it.

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Valvular Status of HPV

The HPV is valveless and approximately 8 cm (3 in) long.

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Source of HPV Blood

Receives blood from gallbladder, spleen, and pancreas, in addition to the GI tract.

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Hepatic Nervous Plexus

A network of nerves governing liver functions, consisting of sympathetic and parasympathetic fibers.

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Caput Medusa

Dilated veins in the abdomen due to portal hypertension, resembling snakes under the skin.

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Portal Hypertension

Increased blood pressure in the portal venous system, leading to abnormal venous dilation.

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Right Hepatic Duct

Duct that drains bile from the right functional lobe of the liver.

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Common Hepatic Duct

Duct formed from the merger of left and right hepatic ducts outside the liver.

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Omental bursa

A space behind the stomach formed by the peritoneum.

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Veins draining the stomach

Veins that collect blood from the stomach, including gastric, short gastric, and gastro-omental veins.

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Right and left gastric veins

Veins that drain blood from the stomach directly to the hepatic portal circulation.

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Splenic vein

A vein that drains blood from the spleen and pancreas, eventually contributing to the hepatic portal vein.

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Common Bile Duct

A duct formed by the junction of the cystic duct and the common hepatic duct, transports bile from the liver to the duodenum.

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Cystic Duct

A duct that connects the gallbladder to the common bile duct, allowing bile to flow in and out of the gallbladder.

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Triangle of Calot

A triangular space between the common hepatic duct, cystic duct, and liver surface, important in anatomy and surgery.

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Cystic Artery

A blood vessel that supplies the gallbladder; often crosses the Triangle of Calot in 90% of cases.

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Obliterated Left Umbilical Vein

A remnant of a fetal blood vessel that was once a vein connecting to the liver, found in adults.

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Right Suprarenal Vein

Vein allowing easy spread of infection or tumors to the liver.

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Inferior Phrenic Vein

Vein that drains the diaphragm and can also spread infections.

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Hepatic Veins

Drain blood from the liver; do not drain blood directly from the gut.

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Superior Mesenteric Vein (SMV)

Drains nutrient-rich blood from the small intestine and parts of the colon.

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Right Gastroepiploic Vein

Drains blood from the stomach, running along its greater curvature.

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Pancreaticoduodenal Vein

Drains blood from the pancreas and duodenum.

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Lymphatic Drainage

System that collects lymph from the liver to the thoracic duct.

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Common Causes of Portal Hypertension

Liver cirrhosis, blood clots, and schistosomiasis increase portal pressure.

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Porto-systemic Anastomosis

Connection between portal and systemic venous systems.

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Superior Rectal Vein

Vein involved in porto-systemic anastomosis that drains blood from the rectum.

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Inferior Rectal Vein

Drains blood from the lower rectum and is part of porto-systemic circulation.

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Celiac Nodes

Lymph nodes that receive drainage from hepatic nodes.

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Thoracic Duct

Main lymphatic vessel draining lymph into the bloodstream.

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Varicose Veins

Dilation of veins due to increased blood pressure, often seen in portal hypertension.

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Falciform Ligament

A ligament that separates the right and left lobes of the liver and attaches the left lobe to the diaphragm.

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Left Triangular Ligament

A fold of the falciform ligament that attaches the left lobe of the liver to the diaphragm.

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Ligamentum Teres

A thickening below the falciform ligament, remnant of the umbilical vein in adults.

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Coronary Ligament

A fold of peritoneum on the liver's right side, anchoring it to the diaphragm.

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Bare Area of the Liver

A region of the liver not covered by peritoneum, allowing direct contact with diaphragm.

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Quadrate Lobe

A lobe of the liver that is quadrangular in shape, located between the ligamentum teres and gallbladder groove.

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Caudate Lobe

A functional lobe of the liver, situated posteriorly, often associated with the inferior vena cava.

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Inferior Vena Cava Groove

A groove in the liver through which the inferior vena cava passes upward to the diaphragm.

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Study Notes

Liver Anatomy

  • The liver is the largest gland in the human body, weighing approximately 1500 grams and accounting for 2.5% of adult body weight.
  • It's primarily located in the right upper quadrant, extending into the upper epigastrium and slightly into the left hypochondrium.
  • It's situated beneath the lower ribs and crosses the midline to the left of the nipple. Its position is protected by the thoracic cage and diaphragm.
  • The liver's surface has diaphragmatic and visceral surfaces. The diaphragmatic surface is superior and anterior, and the visceral surface is postero-inferior.
  • The visceral surface does not have peritoneum except at the fossa of the gallbladder and area of porta hepatis.
  • The bare area of the liver is in direct contact with the diaphragm
  • The liver has four lobes (anatomical): right, left, caudate, and quadrate.
  • The liver is divided by fissures and ligaments (e.g., falciform, coronary, triangular, and ligamentum venosum) that are reflections of the peritoneum.
  • The liver's surface is palpable during deep inspirations and is felt by pressing in the right upper quadrant, while the left hand is posterior at the right lower ribs.

Stomach

  • The stomach is a part of the digestive system between the esophagus and small intestine.
  • Its capacity is about 2-3 liters.
  • The stomach's position varies depending on body build.
  • It is divided into four parts: cardia, fundus, body, and pyloric part.
  • When empty, the stomach is roughly the size of the large intestine.
  • The stomach has a lesser and greater curvature, with the lesser curvature being the shorter, concave right border, and the greater curvature being the longer, convex border. The angular incisure is an important notch that marks the junction of the body and pyloric parts of the stomach.
  • Folds called rugae are present along the interior surface of the stomach.
  • The cardia is the opening of the stomach into the esophagus
  • The fundus is the part that is related to the left dome of the diaphragm.
  • The body of the stomach is between the fundus and pyloric antrum.
  • The pylorus is the sphincter region that controls the outflow of food into the duodenum via the pyloric canal and pyloric antrum.

Biliary Ducts and Gallbladder anatomy

  • The gallbladder is a pear-shaped organ located in a fossa on the visceral surface of the liver, with a capacity of 50ml.
  • It collects and concentrates bile from the liver, stored until needed by the digestive system.
  • The gallbladder consists of four main parts: fundus, body, infundibulum, and neck regions, with the neck connecting to the cystic duct.
  • The cystic duct connects the gallbladder to the common bile duct.
  • The common hepatic duct joins the cystic duct to form the common bile duct.
  • The bile duct opens into the duodenum at the hepatopancreatic ampulla (Ampulla of Vater)which is surrounded by the sphincter of Oddi to control bile flow.
  • The common bile duct and pancreatic duct join just above the duodenum to empty contents into the duodenum .
  • Gallstones are hardened deposits of bile that can form and block the gallbladder or cystic duct, causing inflammation and pain.

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Overview of liver anatomy, including its location in the upper quadrant and epigastrium. Discussion of its surfaces, lobes (right, left, caudate, and quadrate), and fissures. Key anatomical features such as the bare area and ligaments (falciform, coronary, triangular, and ligamentum venosum) are examined.

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