Anatomy Which one of the following statements about the poal vein is false ? A It is formed by the union of the superior mesenteric and splenic veins B It ascends posterior to the neck of the pancreas and the superior pa of the duodenum C The bile duct and the hepatic aery lie anterior to its upper pa D It ends by dividing into the hepatic veins 💡 Explanation Which one of the following statements about the poal vein is false ? ✓ Correct Answer: D. It ends by dividing into the hepatic veins