Functional electrical stimulation for ejaculation.

J Long Term Eff Med Implants

Department of Urology, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA 22908-0376, USA.

Published: February 2003

AI Article Synopsis

  • The review focuses on rectal probe electroejaculation as a technique for assisted reproduction, particularly in patients with spinal cord injuries.
  • The procedure involves positioning a probe in the rectum to stimulate the prostate and seminal vesicles, which facilitates ejaculation through electrical stimulation.
  • It is crucial to perform this method in a hospital to monitor for potential complications like autonomic dysreflexia, especially in patients with specific spinal cord injuries.

Article Abstract

The purpose of this collective review is to discuss the technique and effectiveness of rectal probe electroejaculation in conjunction with various assistive reproductive modalities. The electroejaculation probe is positioned inside the anal ring with the electrodes placed against the prostate gland and seminal vesicles, after which electrostimulation is begun. Rectal probe electroejaculation must be always employed in a hospital setting to detect and prevent autonomic dysreflexia. This technology is considered the best approach in patients with spinal cord injury levels below T10 or in other patients in which penile vibratory stimulation fails.

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