Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134320762
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch, Judi L. Nath
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 27, Problem 1RC
How will penile function be altered if the blood supply to the corpora cavernosa is impaired?
(a) The erect penis will be unable to become flaccid.
(b) Erection will not occur.
(c) Erection will occur, but ejaculation will not.
(d) The urethra will be occluded.
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