Which of the following statements regarding erection is false?

A) It involves parasympathetic stimulation.
B) Vascular channels in the erectile tissue become engorged with blood.
C) Dilation of penile arteries occurs.
D) It involves nitric oxide production by neurons.
E) It is commonly the result of plaque in the blood vessels of the penis.


E

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