Right Gastroepiploic Artery
The Right Gastroepiploic Artery is a blood vessel that supplies the stomach and the greater omentum, a fold of peritoneum extending from the stomach. It branches off from the Gastroduodenal Artery, which itself is a branch of the Common Hepatic Artery. This artery plays a crucial role in providing oxygenated blood to the digestive organs.
This artery runs along the greater curvature of the stomach, connecting with the Left Gastroepiploic Artery. Together, they form an important anastomosis, ensuring a consistent blood supply to the stomach. Understanding its anatomy is essential for surgical procedures involving the stomach and surrounding structures.