What is another word for Porta Hepatis?

Pronunciation: [pˈɔːtə hɛpˈɑːtiz] (IPA)

Porta Hepatis is a term used in medical science to refer to the anatomical structure located in the liver. It is also known as the Hepatic Hilum or the Gate of Liver. The Porta Hepatis is an essential part of the liver that acts as a gateway to control the flow of blood, bile, and other essential nutrients. There are many synonyms that can be used in place of Porta Hepatis, including hepatic portal, portal vein, and liver hilum. Each of these synonyms is commonly used by medical professionals to describe the same structure in the liver and its functions. Understanding these synonyms is essential for the diagnosis and treatment of liver diseases and their complications.

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What are the hypernyms for Porta hepatis?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    body part, portal vein, physical entity, biological structure, biological entity, cardiovascular vessel, circulatory system structure, venous vessel.

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