What Vessel Passes Anterior to the Third Part of the Duodenum

question 10

Multiple Choice

What vessel passes anterior to the third part of the duodenum and posterior to the neck of the pancreas?

• A) Superior mesenteric artery
• B) Superior mesenteric vein
• C) Inferior mesenteric vein
• D) Splenic vein

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