Neurophysiological effects of seminal vesicles.
- Author:
Da-Chuan WANG
1
;
Jing-Qi WANG
2
Author Information
1. Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi 030001, China.
2. Department of Urology, the First Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan, Shanxi 030001, China.
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
glandular epithelium;
neuroreceptors;
smooth muscle;
seminal vesicle
- MeSH:
Animals;
Ejaculation;
physiology;
Male;
Semen;
physiology;
Semen Analysis;
Seminal Vesicles;
physiology;
Spermatozoa
- From:
National Journal of Andrology
2018;24(4):360-363
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Seminal vesicles are involved in semen accumulation in the process of ejaculation, contracting and releasing seminal vesicle fluid accounting for about 50－80% of the semen, and the fructose in their secretions is an indispensable nutrient for sperm maturation. Thus, seminal vesicles are important male accessary glands closely related with the quality and quantity of sperm. In the process of semen accumulation, sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves participate in the regulation of the secretory function of seminal vesicle epithelia and the contraction of the smooth muscle layer as well as the distribution of adrenonergic, cholinergic, dopaminergic and various neurotransmitter receptors in the seminal vesicle epithelia and smooth muscle layer, which play a significant role in male fertility. This review discusses the neurophysiological effects of seminal vesicles in ejaculation.
