This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy
Bare area of liver is related to - 
Select and explain. 
A. Aoa, B. Hepatic vein, C. Poal vein, D. Gall bladder
B: Hepatic vein
Answer: B: Hepatic vein 
Explanation: Hepatic vein Between two layers of coronary ligaments, there is a large triangular area in diaphragmatic surface of liver which is not covered by peritoneum. It is called 'bare area of liver'. It is related to inferior vena cava (IVC). The hepatic veins (usually three) leave the liver in bare area. This area is clinically impoant as it is a site where infection can spread from abdominal cavity to thoracic cavity.