Corona of glans penis
Corona of Glans Penis
The Corona of Glans Penis (pronunciation: /kəˈroʊ.nə ɒv glænz ˈpiː.nɪs/) is a part of the human male anatomy. It refers to the circumference of the base of the glans penis in human males.
Etymology
The term "Corona" is derived from the Latin word for "crown". The term "Glans" is also Latin, meaning "acorn", and "Penis" is derived from the Latin word for "tail". The corona of glans penis is so named because it resembles a crown-like structure at the base of the glans penis.
Anatomy
The corona of glans penis is the prominent part of the penis that forms a rounded projecting border, overhanging a deep retroglandular sulcus, behind which is the neck of the penis. The corona is usually the widest part of a flaccid penis, and in such cases, is used to choose the correct size of a condom.
Related Terms
- Glans Penis: The sensitive bulbous structure at the distal end of the human penis.
- Frenulum of prepuce of penis: An elastic band of tissue under the glans penis that connects to the prepuce, or foreskin to the vernal mucosa, and helps contract the prepuce over the glans.
- Prepuce: Also known as the foreskin, it is a retractable roll of skin covering the end of the penis.
- Urethra: The duct through which urine is discharged in most mammals and which in males serves also as the ejaculatory duct.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Corona of glans penis
- Wikipedia's article - Corona of glans penis
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