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Hepatic Physiology Video
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- The portal vein drains the entire GI tract from the distal portion of the esophagus through the stomach, small bowel, colon, and down to the rectum.
- Hepatic portal circulation is a low-pressure, high-flow system traveling through the portal veins and two capillary beds.
- If the pressure rises, portal hypertension will present.
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