Synonym for ischiocavernous muscle ... <anatomy, muscle> Origin, ramus of ischium; insertion, corpus cavernosum penis (or clitoridis); action, compresses the crus of the penis (or clitoris) forcing blood in its sinuses into the distal part of the corpus cavernosum; nerve supply, perineal. ... Synonym: musculus ischiocavernosus, musculus erect...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: is′kē-ō-kav′ĕr-nō′sŭs See: ischiocavernous (muscle)
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The ischiocavernosus originates from the ramus of the ischium and inserts in the corpus cavernosum of the penis. This muscle compresses the crus of the penis, causing penile erection. In females, the muscle originates from the ramus of the ischium and inserts in the clitoris. It is innervated by the perineal nerve.
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