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corpus spongiosum of penis

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Corpus spongiosum (also known as corpus cavernosum urethrae in older texts) is the mass of spongy tissue surrounding the male urethra within the penis. [ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corpus_spongiosum_penis ]

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Label

corpus spongiosum of penis

Synonyms
  • spongiose body of penis
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function notes

The function of the corpus spongiosum in erection is to prevent the urethra from pinching closed, thereby maintaining the urethra as a viable channel for ejaculation. To do this, the corpus spongiosum remains pliable during erection while the corpora cavernosum penis becomes engorged with blood.

has related synonym

corpus spongiosum, corpus cavernosum urethrae, corpus cavernosum urethra

id

UBERON:0011183