Central Somatosensory Networks Respond to a De Novo Innervated Penis: A Proof of Concept in Three Spina Bifida Patients

ConclusionsInvestigating central somatosensory network activity to a de novo innervated penis in SB patients is feasible and informative. The consistent involvement of MCC and OIC above and beyond the brain network expected on the basis of inguinal stimulation suggests that these areas mediate the novel penis sensation in these patients. The potential role of MCC and OIC in this process is discussed, along with recommendations for further research. Kortekaas R, Nanetti L, Overgoor MLE, de Jong BM and Georgiadis JR. Respond to a de novo innervated penis: a proof of concept in three spina bifida patients. J Sex Med **;**:**–**.

Source: The Journal of Sexual Medicine - August 21, 2015 Category: Sexual Medicine Authors: Rudie Kortekaas, Luca Nanetti, Max L.E. Overgoor, Bauke M. Jong, Janniko R. Georgiadis Tags: Original Research Source Type: research