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Chronic pelvic pain

R M Ryder1

  • 1Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, USA.

American Family Physician
|November 15, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Chronic pelvic pain in women often involves multiple body systems beyond gynecology. Effective treatment requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach addressing all contributing factors.

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Area of Science:

  • Pelvic pain research
  • Multidisciplinary pain management
  • Women's health

Background:

  • Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) in women frequently extends beyond gynecologic origins.
  • Contributing factors can include urologic, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, and psychiatric conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the multifactorial nature of CPP in women.
  • To emphasize the importance of a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment strategy.

Main Methods:

  • Review of contributing factors to chronic pelvic pain.
  • Emphasis on thorough patient history and physical examination.
  • Advocacy for a biopsychosocial model in pain management.

Main Results:

  • Many contributing factors to CPP are medically treatable.
  • A detailed history and physical exam are crucial for diagnosis.
  • A multidisciplinary approach is key to managing CPP.

Conclusions:

  • Chronic pelvic pain in women is complex and often involves multiple organ systems.
  • Effective management necessitates a holistic, biopsychosocial approach.
  • Medical treatment is often effective for identified contributing factors.

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