Special microanatomical features surrounding the intracorpora cavernosa nerves and their probable function during...

Area of Science:

• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Urology

Background:

• The nerves of the corpora cavernosa exhibit distinct anatomical properties compared to other nerves.
• These nerves are situated within fibrous tunnels, with numerous fibrous bundles attaching to them.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the protective mechanisms of intracavernous nerves during erection.
• To understand the role of the fibrous meshwork in preventing nerve compression.

Main Methods:

• Anatomical examination of the corpora cavernosa and its associated nerves.
• Histological analysis of fibrous bundles and perineural structures.

Main Results:

• The intracavernous nerves reside in fibrous tunnels integrated with a broader fibrous meshwork within the corpora cavernosa.
• This fibrous meshwork attaches to all fibrous components, including the tunica albuginea and perineural tunnels.

Conclusions:

• The fibrous meshwork likely stretches during erection due to increased intracavernous pressure.
• This stretching mechanism is hypothesized to prevent compression of the intracavernous nerves, preserving their function.