Journal of pain research
Non-Surgical Management of Male Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome: A UPOINT-Guided Narrative Review
By Sun J, Jing S, Fei Y and 1 others.
Abstract
Background
Primary prostate pain syndrome (PPPS), formerly referred to as chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) is a prevalent and heterogeneous chronic pain condition characterized by persistent pelvic pain, lower urinary tract symptoms, sexual dysfunction, and substantial psychosocial burden.
Objective
This narrative review summarizes current evidence on the pathophysiology, phenotype-based assessment, and non-surgical management of male CP/CPPS, with emphasis on UPOINT-guided multimodal care.
