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Coronal computed tomography images demonstrating CEPS and Jejunal Diverticulum (Pre-operative).. D = Jejunal diverticulum, S = Superior mesenteric vein, V = Accessory shunt vessel, P = Portal vein, A = Anastamosis of accessory shunt and left renal vein, L = Left renal vein
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This large vein originated as a side branch of the SMV at spinal level L2 and made a small inferior loop before ascending to spinal level L1 where it turned posteriorly to join the anterior aspect of the LRV in an end-to-side anastomosis (Fig. 2, Fig. 3).