portosystemic

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porto- +‎ systemic = porto- +‎ system +‎ -ic.

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portosystemic (not comparable)

  1. (anatomy) Relating to, or connecting the portal and systemic venous circulation systems.
    portosystemic anastomosis
    portosystemic shunt

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