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Definition of Splenic vein
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Splenic vein: A vein formed by the union of several small veins that return blood from the stomach, pancreas and spleen. The splenic vein is a major contributor to the portal vein which goes to the liver.
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