Transverse Part of Left Branch of Hepatic Portal Vein
Pars transversa rami sinistri venae portae hepatis
Read moreQuick Facts
Origin: First segment of the left branch of the hepatic portal vein.
Course: Extends from the bifurcation of the hepatic portal vein to the ligamentum venosum.
Branches: None.
Supplied Structures: Left half of the liver.
Origin
The transverse part of the left branch of the hepatic portal vein originates as the first segment of the left branch of the hepatic portal vein.
Course
The transverse part of the left branch of the hepatic portal vein begins at the bifurcation of the hepatic portal vein. This vein spans from the bifurcation to the point of connection to the obliterated left umbilical vein (also known as the ligamentum venosum).
Branches
The transverse part of the left branch of the hepatic portal vein continues as the umbilical part, which ultimately supplies the left part of the liver.
Supplied Structures
The transverse part of the left branch of the hepatic portal vein supplies nutrient-rich venous blood from the digestive tract to the left liver.
List of Clinical Correlates
- Liver transplantation
- Hepatic resection
