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[Urethral sphincter (G point). Anatomo-clinical correlations]
L C Lenck1, G Vanneuville, J P Monnet
1Laboratoire d'Anatomie, Faculté de Médecine, Clermont Ferrand.
Revue Francaise De Gynecologie Et D'Obstetrique
|February 1, 1992
Summary
Researchers investigated the G point
Area of Science:
- Sexology
- Anatomy
- Gynecology
Background:
- The precise anatomical location of the G point, a source of sexual pleasure, remains debated.
- Understanding this area is crucial for female sexual health and function.
Purpose of the Study:
- To precisely locate the G point using clinical, ultrasonographic, and anatomical methods.
- To correlate subjective reports of vaginal sensitivity with objective findings.
Main Methods:
- Clinical examination of 36 cases focusing on vaginal sensitivity.
- Ultrasonography to identify specific zones within the vagina.
- Anatomical dissection of the anterior perineum in cadavers.
Main Results:
- A hypoechogenic zone in the lower third of the vagina correlated with pleasant sensitivity.
- This zone showed changes after physical stimulation and muscle contractions.
- Anatomical dissection identified this structure at the urethral sphincter.
Conclusions:
- The G point is located at the urethral sphincter.
- Vaginal and clitoral sensitivity are integrated within a single urethro-clitorido-vulval anatomical entity.