Fig. 4From: Segmental resection with primary anastomosis is not always safe in splenic flexure perforationSchematic diagram of the vascular supply of the splenic flexure (Griffith’s point supplies the dotted line area (splenic flexure). Blue arrow—left colic artery from inferior mesenteric artery (divide there to support the marginal artery at the splenic flexure); Brown arrow—superior mesenteric artery giving off middle colic arteryBack to article page