Saturday, June 26, 2010

Direct Origin of the Left Gastric Artery from the Aorta

The left gastric artery most commonly arises from the celiac trunk. In 0.5%-15% of cases, it may have a direct origin from the aorta (arrow). This can become important in angiographic treatment of gastrointestinal hemorrhage.

References

  • Naidich JB, Naidich TP, Sprayregen S, Hyman RA, Pudlowski RM, Stein HL. The origin of the left gastric artery. Radiology. 1978 Mar;126(3):623-6.
  • Yildirim M, Ozan H, Kutoglu T. Left gastric artery originating directly from the aorta. Surg Radiol Anat. 1998;20(4):303-5.

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