Kris Vissers

BACKGROUND: Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome (CPPS) presents as pain located in the pelvic area lasting for at least six months, often with a multifactorial aetiology. The International Continence Society divides CPPS in multiple domains; one i…

BACKGROUND: Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) is pain in the region of the lower pelvis for three months or longer. Which is often accompanied by complaints of organ systems in the lower abdomen. CPPS is often a subjective diagnosis where…

INTRODUCTION: Chronic pelvic pain syndrome is a complex multifactorial condition with an increasing prevalence probably due to a rising awareness. Chronic pelvic pain syndrome is pain in the pelvic area and often accompanied with complaints…

RATIONALE: Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) is prevalent and a complex multifactorial condition. The incidence is rising. CPPS patients may benefit from multidisciplinary care in a structured care pathway. AIM AND OBJECTIVES: The aim of …

AbstractPain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, imposing an enormous burden on personal health and society. Pain is a multifactorial and multidimensional problem. Currently, there is (some) evidence that genetic factors could par…

BackgroundSeveral pain management guidelines recommend regular urine drug testing (UDT) in patients who are being treated with chronic opioid analgesic therapy (COAT) to monitor compliance and improve safety. Guidelines also recommend more …