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Current perspectives on hematospermia: a review

R Munkel witz1, S Krasnokutsky, J Lie

  • 1Department of Urology, SUNY at Stony Brook 11794-8093, USA.

Journal of Andrology
|January 1, 1997
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Hematospermia, or blood in semen, causes anxiety in men. Understanding ejaculatory system anatomy and neurophysiology is key to diagnosing its various causes, from infection to vascular issues.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Medical Diagnostics

Background:

  • Hematospermia is a distressing symptom causing significant anxiety in sexually active males.
  • Understanding the anatomy of the ejaculatory system and neurophysiology of emission/ejaculation is crucial for comprehending its pathophysiology.
  • The symptom necessitates prompt medical consultation, often with a urologist.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diverse etiologies of hematospermia.
  • To provide a diagnostic and management algorithm for hematospermia.
  • To elucidate the essential anatomical and neurophysiological underpinnings of hematospermia.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on hematospermia.
  • Analysis of anatomical and neurophysiological factors involved in ejaculation.

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  • Description of diagnostic modalities including transrectal ultrasound, MRI, and endoscopy.
  • Development of a clinical algorithm for diagnosis and management.

    • Main Results:

    • Hematospermia can stem from inflammation, infection, ductal obstruction, neoplasms, vascular abnormalities, or systemic/iatrogenic factors.
    • Initial history and physical examinations are frequently inconclusive.
    • Imaging and endoscopic procedures play a vital role in diagnosis.
    • Expectant management is common when the etiology is not clearly defined.

    Conclusions:

    • Hematospermia requires a thorough understanding of ejaculatory system function.
    • A systematic diagnostic approach utilizing imaging and endoscopy is recommended.
    • While many causes exist, expectant management is often employed in the absence of a defined etiology.