title: Newer ultrasonographic anatomy in the upper abdomen: II. The major systemic veins and arteries with a special note on localization of the pancreas.
abstract: Gray scale ultrasonography has made it possible to identify the major systemic arteries and veins in the upper abdomen. Identification of these vascular structures is discussed as well as their value as anatomic landmarks.
mesh_terms: D002445:Celiac Artery / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D006801:Humans; D008638:Mesenteric Arteries / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D010179:Pancreas / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D012077:Renal Artery / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D012082:Renal Veins / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D014463:Ultrasonography