The splenic artery, the largest branch of the celiac trunk, takes a tortuous course to the left along the superior border of the pancreas (Fig. 4.123). It travels in the splenorenal ligament and divides into numerous branches, which enter the hilum of the spleen. As the splenic artery passes along the superior border of the pancreas, it gives off numerous small branches to supply the neck, body, and tail of the pancreas (Fig. 4.124).