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Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Combined with Drug Therapy in Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome: A Randomized Clinical Trial

This randomized clinical trial assessed the efficacy of combining extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) with pharmacotherapy in treating chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). Thirty-one male patients were divided into two groups: the intervention group received a combination of an alpha-blocker, anti-inflammatory agent, muscle relaxant, a short course of antibiotics, and

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Potential of hyperbaric oxygen in urological diseases

This systematic review evaluates the potential applications of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) in urological conditions, including interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome, radiation-induced cystitis, Fournier’s gangrene, and chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome. HBOT, which enhances tissue oxygenation, promotes angiogenesis, reduces edema, and possesses antimicrobial properties, has shown promise in symptom relief for

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