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Definition

noun

The Latin term for Medusa head, which is a type of portacaval anastomoses that forms between the paraumbilical veins (of portal circulation) and the superficial epigastric vein (of systemic circulation).

Supplement

They arise mainly due to portal hypertension.

Also called: Medusa head

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• portacaval anastomoses