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Splanchnic

Pertaining to the internal organs (viscera) in the abdominal cavity.

Refers to the portal-drained viscera (liver, stomach, intestines, spleen). Splanchnic blood flow and metabolism shape nutrient delivery to the rest of the body.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper)Glossary

    Refers to the portal-drained viscera (liver, stomach, intestines, spleen). Splanchnic blood flow and metabolism shape nutrient delivery to the rest of the body.