Here is a quick mnemonic/memory aid “COMMON ARTERY“ to remember Common Hepatic Artery important facts
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Common Hepatic Artery : How To Remember Easily ?
- C – “Celiac Trunk Originates” – The Common Hepatic Artery is a branch of the celiac trunk, which originates from the abdominal aorta.
- O – “Off the Celiac Trunk” – It arises directly off the celiac trunk, a major arterial branch in the abdomen.
- M – “Major Blood Supply” – It plays a major role in supplying blood to the liver.
- M – “Meets Gastroduodenal Artery” – The common hepatic artery often meets the gastroduodenal artery before branching further.
- O – “On its Way to Liver” – The artery is on its way to deliver oxygen-rich blood to the liver.
- N – “Nourishing the Hepatocytes” – Inside the liver, it branches further to supply hepatocytes (liver cells) with oxygenated blood.
- A – “And then Anatomosing” – After nourishing the liver, it may anatomose (connect) with other hepatic arteries within the liver.
- R – “Reaches the Liver” – Ultimately, the common hepatic artery reaches and delivers blood to the liver, playing a vital role in its function.
- T – “Takes a Turn” – It may take a turn as it branches further within the liver’s vascular network.
- E – “Enters the Liver Parenchyma” – Finally, it enters the liver parenchyma, where it facilitates various liver functions.
- R – “Runs with the Portal Vein” – It often runs alongside the portal vein, which carries nutrient-rich blood from the digestive organs to the liver.
- Y – “Yielding Hepatic Arteries” – Inside the liver, it divides into smaller branches, yielding hepatic arteries that intricately supply the liver’s different regions.
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