What Does the Hypogastric Nerve Do

The hypogastric nerve sends signals via the sympathetic nervous system to block bladder contraction and contact the internal urethral sphincter.

What is the function of hypogastric nerve?

The hypogastric nerve provides sympathetic innervation. It is responsible for the emission of semen into the posterior urethra. Emission is the first phase of male ejaculation (followed by the second phase, expulsion).

What does hypogastric plexus supply?

The inferior hypogastric plexus, also known as the pelvic plexus, is a paired plexus that can be found on the lateral surfaces of the rectum. This plexus supplies the pelvic organs, giving rise to the prostatic plexus in men and uterovaginal plexus in women.