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Chapter-30 Nonmalignant Pelvic Pain Management

BOOK TITLE: Symptom Oriented Pain Management

Author
1. K Kyriakides
ISBN
9789350257975
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/11597_30
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2012
Pages
9
Author Affiliations
1. Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS, Foundation Trust, Bradford, UK
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Abstract

This chapter focuses on nonmalignant CPP in women, and their management from the pain clinic perspective. Definitions of the pelvic pain management are explained in this chapter. Etiology and pathophysiology are unclear. History and examinations (detailed pelvic examination and external abdominal examination) are further important to know more on the disease. Investigations are done in a proper manner by examining the full blood count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, C-reactive protein, urea and electrolytes, urine for microscopy and culture, cervical smear for culture and cytology, plain abdominal film and abdominal ultrasound. Number of randomized controlled trials is available for managing CPP in women. A multidisciplinary team approach and specific treatment (pharmacotherapy, stimulation/modulation and interventional procedures) are used in the treatment or management of the nonmalignant pelvic pain.

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