Lymphatics of the pancreas, duodenum and spleen

This tutorial covers the lymphatic drainage of the pancreas, duodenum, and spleen. It begins with an overview of the lymphatic system and its relation to arterial supply. The tutorial then explores the pre-aortic lymph nodes, including the celiac and superior mesenteric nodes, and introduces the Cisterna Chyli and hepatic lymph nodes. Detailed sections on the lymphatic drainage of the pancreas, duodenum, and spleen follow, highlighting specific lymph nodes and their functions. The tutorial concludes with clinical notes on the relevance of lymph nodes in diagnosing esophageal cancer.

What is the role of the hepatic lymph nodes in the lymphatic drainage system?

Identify the lymph nodes associated with the drainage of the body and tail of the pancreas.

Discuss the drainage pattern of the first and last parts of the duodenum.

What are the splenic lymph nodes and what do they drain?