distal splenorenal shunt

distal sple·no·re·nal shunt

anastomosis of the splenic vein to the left renal vein, usually end-to-side, for control of portal hypertension. Synonym(s): renal-splenic venous shunt, Warren shunt

dis·tal sple·no·re·nal shunt

(dis'tăl splē'nō-rē'năl shŭnt) Anastomosis of the splenic vein to the left renal vein, usually end-to-side, for control of portal hypertension.

Warren,

W. Dean, U.S. surgeon, 1924-1989. Warren flapWarren incisionWarren shunt - anastomosis of the splenic end of the divided splenic vein to the left renal vein. Synonym(s): distal splenorenal shuntWarren-Mack rotating drill