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Title:

Nerve replacement strategies for cavernous nerves.

Document type:
Journal Article; Review; Review
Author(s):
May, F; Vroemen, M; Matiasek, K; Henke, J; Brill, T; Lehmer, A; Apprich, M; Erhardt, W; Schoeler, S; Paul, R; Blesch, A; Hartung, R; Gansbacher, B; Weidner, N
Abstract:
OBJECTIVE: This article reviews novel restorative therapies for cavernous nerves that may be used to replace resected cavernous nerves at the time of pelvic surgery. METHODS: A literature-based presentation (Medline search) on current nerve replacement strategies was conducted with emphasis on neurobiological factors contributing to the restoration of erectile function after cavernous nerve injuries. RESULTS: A promising alternative to autologous nerve grafts for extending the length of successf...     »
Journal title abbreviation:
Eur Urol
Year:
2005
Journal volume:
48
Journal issue:
3
Pages contribution:
372-8
Language:
eng
Fulltext / DOI:
doi:10.1016/j.eururo.2005.04.025
Pubmed ID:
http://view.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15964126
Print-ISSN:
0302-2838
TUM Institution:
Institut für Experimentelle Onkologie und Therapieforschung; Urologische Klinik und Poliklinik
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