omphalomesenteric
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Om·pha·lo·mes·en·ter·ic
a.
[Omphalo- + mesenteric.]
(Anat.) Of or pertaining to the umbilicus and mesentery; omphalomesaraic; as, the omphalomesenteric arteries and veins of a fetus.
American Heritage Stedman's Medical Dictionary:
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Saunders Veterinary Dictionary:
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omphalomesenteric
Pertaining to the umbilicus and mesentery.
- o. duct — the duct which connects the yolk sac with the embryonal alimentary tract in vertebrates.
- o. vessels — arteries and veins carrying blood between the embryonal circulation and the yolk sac; destined to contribute to the blood supply to the gut and the portal venous drainage.
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