Urologic Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome Flares: A Comprehensive, Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Peer-Reviewed Flare Literature.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

We sought to systematically review and summarize the peer-reviewed literature on urologic chronic pelvic pain syndrome flares, including their terminology, manifestation, perceived triggers, management and prevention strategies, impact on quality of life, and insights into pathophysiologic mechanisms, as a foundation for future empirical research.

Materials and methods

We searched 6 medical databases for articles related to any aspect of symptom exacerbations for interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome and chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome. A total of 1486 abstracts and 398 full-text articles were reviewed, and data were extracted by at least 2 individuals.

Results

Overall, we identified 59 articles, including 36 qualitative, cross-sectional

SUBMITTER: Barker ES 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11037930 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature