[The role of the vomeronasal system in the formation of the human sexual behaviour].

Authors :: Morozova SV
Savvateeva DM
Svistushkin VM
Toporkova LA
Source :: Vestnik otorinolaringologii [Vestn Otorinolaringol] 2017; Vol. 82 (2), pp. 90-94.
Publication Year :: 2017
Abstract: This review deals with the structure and function of the vomeronasal system and evaluation of its influence on the sexual sphere of humans and animals. Special attention is given to the role of pheromones in the regulation of the sexual behaviour. The data concerning the function of the vomeronasal organ following surgical interventions in the nasal cavity are discussed.

Subjects :: Animals
Humans
Postoperative Complications physiopathology
Postoperative Complications psychology
Nasal Surgical Procedures adverse effects
Sensation Disorders etiology
Sensation Disorders physiopathology
Sensation Disorders psychology
Sex Attractants physiology
Sexual Behavior physiology
Vomeronasal Organ anatomy & histology
Vomeronasal Organ physiology

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