The blood supply of the stomach is primarily divided by its specific curvatures and regions: ( Arteria gastrica sinistra ): Origin: Branches directly from the celiac trunk.
Descends along the upper portion of the lesser curvature of the stomach.
It also gives off esophageal branches to supply the distal esophagus and the fundus. Right Gastric Artery ( Arteria gastrica dextra ): arteria gastrica
Runs along the lower portion of the lesser curvature .
While variable and sometimes absent, it is highly relevant in gastric surgeries to avoid ischemia or bleeding. Short Gastric Arteries ( Arteriae gastricae breves ): The blood supply of the stomach is primarily
Usually arises from the proper hepatic artery (a branch of the common hepatic artery).
Arise from the terminal part of the splenic artery at the splenic hilum. Supply: The fundus of the stomach. 🔍 Additional Stomach Blood Supply Right Gastric Artery ( Arteria gastrica dextra ):
While not strictly called "gastric arteries," these major vessels complete the stomach's blood network along the :