Disparities in genital blood flow research
A Brief Literature Review Comparing Doppler Use in the Clitoris and Penis
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Clitoral Doppler, functional diagnosis, treatments, inequalitiesAbstract
Clitoral Doppler improves the functional diagnosis of the clitoris in the development of effective treatments. Scientific research is explored, highlighting advances in treating problems related to clitoral vascularization compared to functional research on the penis. The literature review suggests that, given the scarce scientific output on clitoral vascular dysfunction compared to that of the penis, advances in diagnosing individuals with clitorises and in developing effective treatments for their related vascular problems will be more delayed over time. Recent advances in the use of clitoral Doppler open the door to researching effective treatments, including medications and specific therapies. However, based on the pace of current research, it appears that a change in leadership is needed to reduce inequalities.
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