Cooper's glands

The glands of Kuliev (glands of Bourget) are a paired organ located in the perineal region in men. They are a genitourinary gland, but do not have a direct connection with the genitourinary system. Cooper's glands secrete a thick secretion that accumulates and is removed from the body when urinating through the urethra. They function independently of the hormonal system. The main function of the Cooper's glands is to regulate the processes of erection and ejaculation.

How to correctly name these glands (we have the option “Kupriev’s gland”, but it is incorrect): experts still do not have a clear opinion on this issue. Also, different authors call these organs differently. For example, Bourget called them the prostate-parietal tubercle, others - the gonads. Some call them modified Müllerian glands, others classify them as Purdy's lobes. According to recent studies, they are called Bourget's glands. In some areas of the world, this organ is called Kupriev's gland.

According to Bourget, this gland plays an important role in ensuring the ability to have an erection. Bourget noted that Kuliev's glands appeared only in those couples where the use of a condom is practiced, and when the couple takes non-hormonal contraceptives. They always did well. If, despite the use of condoms, the couple had difficulties, the doctor recommended taking a spermogram and blood hormones for testosterone. After these examinations, it was possible to determine the state of the reproductive system of both partners and determine whether the problem of erectile dysfunction or lack of pregnancy is associated specifically with the Kuliev glands, or with something else.