Right Seminal Vesicle (Vesicula seminalis dexter)
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Anatomy
The right seminal vesicle is a convoluted exocrine gland on the posterior bladder base that produces the fructose-rich alkaline substrate essential for semen coagulation and sperm survival in the acidic vaginal tract.
Clinical notes
Cysts of the seminal vesicle can produce pelvic discomfort, dysuria, and perineal pain, often diagnosed by transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) or pelvic MRI.
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FAQ
What is the role of the Right Seminal Vesicle?
The right seminal vesicle is a convoluted exocrine gland on the posterior bladder base that produces the fructose-rich alkaline substrate essential for semen coagulation and sperm survival in the acidic vaginal tract.
Why is the Right Seminal Vesicle clinically important?
Cysts of the seminal vesicle can produce pelvic discomfort, dysuria, and perineal pain, often diagnosed by transrectal ultrasound (TRUS) or pelvic MRI.
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