Chronic Pelvic Pain

Chronic Pelvic Pain is a complex gynecologic phenomenon. There are many potential causes and identifying the true culprit is not straightforward. Diagnosis is the first step towards effective treatment, which should be tailored to an individual patient’s needs. But identification of the best therapy for treating chronic pelvic pain can be complex.
                                                                                        
Chronic Pelvic Pain outlines a clear path for diagnosing and treating chronic pelvic pain, including:
                       
• Differential diagnoses
• Physiological and psychiatric components
• Endometriosis
• Infections
• Chronic Pelvic Pain in adolescents
• Surgery and alternative treatments

Gynecology in Practice Series

Series Editor
Aydin Arici, MD, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA

The Gynecology in Practice series provides clinical ‘in the office’ or ‘at the bedside’ guides to effective patient care for gynecologists. The tone is practical, not academic, with authors offering guidance on what might be done and what should be avoided. The books are informed by evidence-based practice and feature:
 
• Algorithms and guidelines where they are appropriate
• ‘Tips and Tricks’ boxes - hints on improving outcomes
• ‘Caution’ warning boxes - hints on avoiding complications
•  ‘Science Revisited’ - quick reminder of the basic science principles
• Summaries of key evidence and suggestions for further reading