main menu   -   articles   -   prostate   -   stories   -   sexuality   -   resources   -   glossary   -   search     From Phoenix5's Prostate Cancer Glossary corpora cavernosa Synonyms: corpus cavernosum or cavernosa Definition: (KOR-puhr-uh kav-er-NO-suh) (1) The two parallel chambers of the penis that, when filled with blood, produce an erection. (2) The two sets of penile nerves that initiate erections. More at cavernous nerves. make another selection #s   A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  WXYZ main menu   -   articles   -   prostate   -   stories   -   sexuality   -   resources   -   glossary   -   search The Glossary Booklet   -   The Personal Edition Definitions are provided for education only and are not medical advice. Created exclusively for Phoenix5. © 2002 Phoenix5.