PP-01 - The Chronic Pelvic Pain (CPP) Decoder: Sharpening Your Clinical Reasoning

Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) affects approximately 26% of the global population, with conditions like endometriosis impacting up to 10% of women and girls of reproductive age. CPP prevalence rivals that of asthma, lower back pain, and chronic migraine. This multifactorial condition, involving nociceptive, neurologic, and nociplastic factors, significantly impacts patients' quality of life. The clinical presentation is often complex, with symptoms that can easily confound healthcare professionals. Furthermore, co-occurring conditions such as endometriosis, myofascial pain syndrome, pudendal neuralgia, bladder pain syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, central sensitization, trauma, or depression frequently complicate the initial evaluation, a process further challenged by current administrative and time constraints.

This interactive session for all healthcare professionals will explore efficient patient history gathering and targeted physical examination techniques to identify crucial diagnostic clues. Through a case-based discussion and a virtual patient, you'll learn to connect these clues, refine your clinical reasoning, and develop a comprehensive diagnostic and initial treatment plan for patients with CPP. This engaging session will equip you to confidently navigate the complexities of pelvic pain and deliver optimal care. Both novice and experienced practitioners will improve their diagnostic reasoning and efficiency.