Chronic pelvic pain syndrome: Role of a thorough clinical assessment. (April 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Quaghebeur, Jörgen; Wyndaele, Jean-Jacques
• Is Part Of: Scandinavian journal of urology. Volume 49:Number 2(2015)
• Page Start: 81
• Page End: 89
• Publication Date: 2014-04
• Subjects: Assessment -- chronic pain -- chronic pelvic pain syndrome -- guidelines; Urology -- Periodicals; 616.6
• DOI: 10.3109/21681805.2014.961546
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2168-1805

Abstract

Abstract: Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) presents with a variety of symptoms affecting multiple systems. There is no universal treatment that can be given to all patients with CPPS. The results of treatment depend greatly on an accurate diagnosis. A thorough clinical assessment, including a "four-step plan", should include paying special attention to the musculoskeletal system. This assessment is not difficult to perform and provides valuable information on possible muscular problems and neuropathy.