Ridged band
Ridged Band
The Ridged Band, also known as the Frenar Band or Balanopreputial Sulcus, is a part of the human male anatomy. It is a band of ridged mucosa tissue located near the tip of the penis, specifically at the end of the foreskin. The Ridged Band is thought to play a significant role in sexual function.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The Ridged Band is a part of the foreskin of the penis. It is a band of ridged mucosa tissue that is located at the end of the foreskin, near the tip of the penis. The band is circular and is continuous with the smooth mucosa on the inside of the foreskin. The ridges in the band are more pronounced towards the tip of the foreskin.
Function[edit | edit source]
The Ridged Band is thought to play a significant role in sexual function. It contains a high concentration of Meissner's corpuscles, which are specialized nerve endings that respond to light touch. These nerve endings are thought to contribute to sexual pleasure and orgasm.
Clinical significance[edit | edit source]
The Ridged Band is often removed during circumcision, a surgical procedure that removes the foreskin of the penis. The removal of the Ridged Band can potentially affect sexual function, although this is a topic of ongoing debate in the medical community.
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