Clinical Neuroanatomy and Neurotransmitter-Mediated Regulation of Penile Erection

International Neurourology Journal

Na Young Jeong¹  Junyang Jung²  Hyunseob Kwon²  Hyun Woo Jo² 

[1] Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Dong-A University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea.;Department of Pediatrics, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital, Busan, Korea.;

关键词: Penile erection;    Neurotransmitter;    Parasympathetic nervous system;    Erectile dysfunction;   

DOI  :  10.5213/inj.2014.18.2.58

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Erectile dysfunction (ED) has an adverse impact on men's quality of life. Penile erection, which is regulated by nerves that are innervated into the erectile tissue, can be affected by functional or anatomical trauma of the perineal region, including specific structures of the penis, causing ED. Penile erection is neurologically controlled by the autonomic nervous system. Therefore, it is of utmost importance to understand the neurogenic structure of the erectile tissue and the types of neurotransmitters involved in the penile erection process. Here, we highlight the basic clinical anatomy and erectile function of the penis. Understanding the clinical connotation of the relationship between penile erectile structure and function may provide fresh insights for identifying the main mechanisms involved in ED and help develop surgical techniques for the treatment of ED.

【 授权许可】

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