gastroepiplóica

The gastroepiploic vessels are a pair of arteries and veins that supply blood to the greater curvature of the stomach. The artery is a branch of the splenic artery, while the vein drains into the splenic vein. The gastroepiploic vessels are part of the gastroepiploic arcade, a network of blood vessels that runs along the greater curvature of the stomach. This arcade is an important anatomical landmark and is often used as a reference point during surgical procedures involving the stomach. The gastroepiploic vessels play a crucial role in the blood supply to the stomach, ensuring its proper functioning.