Journal article

Publication year: 2020

Pages: 739-748

Journal: Urologe A

Volume number: 59

Issue number: 6

ISSN: 0340-2592

eISSN: 1433-0563

DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00120-020-01226-5

Publisher: Springer

Abstract: 
Chronic prostatitis (CP, or chronic pelvic pain syndrome, CPPS) is defined as chronic pain or discomfort in the pelvic region for at least 3 of the past 6 months, often accompanied by lower urinary tract symptoms, psychosocial impairments and sexual dysfunction. Currently, no biomarkers or clinical test procedures for a definitive diagnosis are available. The main objectives for the diagnostic assessment are to exclude differential diagnoses of pelvic pain and to determine the individual symptom profile of the patient. The UPOINTS classification identifies the individual clinical profile of the patient, provides guidance for the necessary diagnostic steps and is the foundation for a tailored multimodal, symptom-oriented and personalized treatment concept. Regular follow-up controls are needed to monitor the treatment response with the option to modify if necessary.

Harvard Citation style: Magistro, G., Stief, C. and Wagenlehner, F. (2020) Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome, Urologe A, 59(6), pp. 739-748. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00120-020-01226-5

APA Citation style: Magistro, G., Stief, C., & Wagenlehner, F. (2020). Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome. Urologe A. 59(6), 739-748. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00120-020-01226-5