The superior mesenteric and splenic veins unite to form the portal vein posterior to which of the following structures?

(A) right kidney
(B) neck of the pancreas
(C) pylorus of stomach
(D) 2nd portion of the duodenum
(E) spleen


Ans: (B) neck of the pancreas

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