Tag: chronic prostatitis

The efficacy and safety of low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave treatment combined with or without medications in Chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome: a systematic review and meta-analysis

This 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated 12 randomized controlled trials involving 651 patients to assess the efficacy and safety of low-intensity extracorporeal shock wave therapy (Li-ESWT), alone or combined with medications, for chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). Li-ESWT significantly improved NIH-CPSI total, pain, and quality of life scores

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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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