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Published in: Current Urology Reports 5/2023

07-03-2023 | Prostatitis | MEN’S HEALTH (R CARRION, SECTION EDITOR)

Prostatitis: A Review

Authors: A. Yebes, C. Toribio-Vazquez, S. Martinez-Perez, J. M. Quesada-Olarte, A. Rodriguez-Serrano, M. Álvarez-Maestro, L. Martinez-Piñeiro

Published in: Current Urology Reports | Issue 5/2023

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Pathologies of the prostate in men are one of the most prevalent clinical conditions today [1]. Specifically, pelvic inflammatory disease such as prostatitis can cause symptoms and syndromes different from urological ones, such as bowel or nervous system manifestations. This has a largely negative impact on the quality of life of patients. Therefore, it is convenient to know and update the information about the therapeutic approach to prostatitis, which is a challenge that involves different medical specialties. The aim of this article is to provide summarized and focused evidence to help in the therapeutic approach of patients with prostatitis. A computer-based search of the PubMed and Cochrane Library databases was used to perform a comprehensive literature review on prostatitis, with special interest in recent findings and latest therapeutic guideline recommendations.

Recent Findings

Recent discoveries about the epidemiology and clinical classifications of prostatitis seem to incur in an increasingly individualized and directed management, with the aim of covering all the confluent factors in prostatic inflammatory pathology. In addition, the role of new drugs and combination with phytotherapy open up a range of new treatment possibilities, although future randomized studies will be necessary to better understand how to use all treatment modalities.

Summary

Despite all the knowledge acquired about the pathophysiology of prostate diseases, and due to their interrelation with other pelvic systems and organs, there are still gaps that make it difficult for us to provide an optimal and standardized treatment in many of our patients. Being aware of the influence of all the factors potentially involved in prostate symptoms is crucial for a correct diagnosis and establishing an effective treatment plan.
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Metadata
Title
Prostatitis: A Review
Authors
A. Yebes
C. Toribio-Vazquez
S. Martinez-Perez
J. M. Quesada-Olarte
A. Rodriguez-Serrano
M. Álvarez-Maestro
L. Martinez-Piñeiro
Publication date
07-03-2023
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Urology Reports / Issue 5/2023
Print ISSN: 1527-2737
Electronic ISSN: 1534-6285
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11934-023-01150-z

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