portosystemic
English edit
Alternative forms edit
Etymology edit
porto- + systemic = porto- + system + -ic.
Pronunciation edit
- Rhymes: -ɛmɪk
Adjective edit
portosystemic (not comparable)
- (anatomy) Relating to, or connecting the portal and systemic venous circulation systems.
- portosystemic anastomosis
- portosystemic shunt