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Definition of Hepatic artery

Hepatic artery: An artery that distributes blood to the liver, pancreas and gallbladder as well as to the stomach and duodenal portion of the small intestine.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=9917
Last Editorial Review: 7/17/1999 8:56:00 PM

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