What is another word for Vena Pylorica?
Pronunciation: [vˈiːnə pa͡ɪlˈɔːɹɪkə] (IPA) 
Vena Pylorica is an anatomical term that refers to the veins that are associated with the pyloric sphincter. The term Vena Pylorica is derived from the Latin words "vena" meaning vein, and "pylorus" meaning a gatekeeper. There are various other synonyms for this term, such as pyloric vein, gastric vein, and gastrosplenic vein. The pyloric vein is responsible for draining blood from the pylorus and it then empties into the splenic vein. The gastric vein supplies blood to the stomach and also drains into the splenic vein. The gastrosplenic vein connects the stomach to the spleen and is also involved in the drainage of the digestive system.
