left gastroepiploic artery
The left 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 splenic artery, which is a major artery that supplies blood to the spleen and parts of the stomach and pancreas.
This artery runs along the greater curvature of the stomach, providing essential oxygenated blood to the surrounding tissues. It plays a crucial role in the vascular supply of the stomach, ensuring that it receives the nutrients and oxygen necessary for proper function and health.