What are the structures at the hilum of spleen?

Splenic hilum, on the surface of the spleen, admits the splenic artery, vein, lymph vessels, and nerves. Hilum of lung, a triangular depression where the structures which form the root of the lung enter and leave the viscus. Hilum of lymph node, the portion of a lymph node where the efferent vessels exit.

What are the structures posterior superior to spleen?

More precisely, the spleen is located posterior to the stomach and anterior to the left hemidiaphragm at the level of ribs 9-10. Medial to the spleen is the left kidney; superior is the diaphragm, while inferiorly it rests directly on the left colic flexure (splenic flexure).

What organs are near the spleen?

The pancreas is a wing-shaped gland that extends from the duodenum (the upper portion of the small intestine) to the spleen. It serves both digestive and endocrine functions.

Where is the structure of the spleen located?

Structure of Spleen. It is a dark purple-coloured organ, which lies in the left hypochondriae region of the abdomen, between the fundus of the stomach and the diaphragm.

Where does the splenorenal ligament connect to the stomach?

The gastrosplenic ligament connects the hilum with the greater curvature of the stomach. It contains the short gastric vessels and left gastroomental (gastroepiploic) arteries and veins. The splenorenal ligament connects the hilum of the spleen with the left kidney. It transmits the splenic artery and vein.

Where are the splenic sinusoids found in the spleen?

The cords of Billroth (splenic cords) are the cellular aggregations supported by the reticular connective tissue. They appear as stripes and consist of of macrophages, plasmocytes and blood cells. Splenic sinusoids are found between the cords of Billroth. They are filled with blood and give the red pulp its distinguishable red appearance.

Where are the three areas of impression found in the spleen?

Medial surface of the spleen shows three areas of impression. The colic area is the impression of the left colic flexure, the gastric area is the impression of the stomach, and the renal area is the impression of the left kidney. The splenic hilum is found in the central part of this surface.