Predictors of pelvic pain in a general urology clinic population

European Association of Urology GUIDELINES ON CHRONIC PELVIC PAIN

Male Pelvic Pain: Beyond Urology and Chronic Prostatitis.

Chronic pelvic pain in men has often been misdiagnosed as prostatitis. After excluding serious or acute urological, neurological or colorectal conditions, it is essential to approach these patients with a much more comprehensive criteria. Thoughtful interview and methodical physical examination can very often reveal pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, Myofascial pain syndromes, Functional Somatic ...

The Biopsychosocial Correlates of Chronic Pelvic Pain and Quality of Life in Women Attending a Specialty Pelvic Pain Clinic

Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Female Patients Presenting to Transitional Urology Care Clinic.

PURPOSE Patients with congenital genitourinary abnormalities are growing into adulthood and their expectations, especially in the areas of sexual function and fertility are creating unforeseen challenges for health care providers. We review the incidence and management of pelvic organ prolapse at our Transitional Urology Clinic. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study is a retrospective chart review...

Persistent postsurgical pain in a general population: prevalence and predictors in the Tromsø study.

Population-based data on the prevalence of persistent postsurgical pain are scarce. This study aimed to assess the prevalence of persistent postsurgical pain in a general population and to describe associated physical, social, and psychological factors, including symptoms of nerve injury and sensitization. A cross-sectional survey was performed in northern Norway with questionnaire items coveri...