Mechanism of human penile erection: An overview
1981; Elsevier BV; Volume: 17; Issue: 5 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1016/0090-4295(81)90177-1
ISSN1527-9995
AutoresHerbert F. Newman, Jane D. Northup,
Tópico(s)Sexual Differentiation and Disorders
ResumoAbstract The vascular anatomy of the penis is reviewed. Theories regarding the mechanism of human erection are discussed. Evidence is offered favoring the concept that increased arterial inflow and shunting t6thout the necessity for venous restriction suffice. Applications to diagnosis and treatment of impotence and priapism are presented.
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