Recent advances in imaging and understanding interstitial cystitis.
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2018
Publication Title
F1000Res
Abstract
Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) is a debilitating condition associated with intense pelvic pain and bladder storage symptoms. Since diagnosis is difficult, prevalence estimates vary with the methodology used. There is also a lack of proven imaging tools and biomarkers to assist in differentiation of IC/BPS from other urinary disorders (overactive bladder, vulvodynia, endometriosis, and prostatitis). Current uncertainty regarding the etiology and pathology of IC/BPS ultimately impacts its timely and successful treatment, as well as hampers future drug development. This review will cover recent developments in imaging methods, such as magnetic resonance imaging, that advance the understanding of IC/BPS and guide drug development.
Volume
7
Recommended Citation
Tyagi P, Moon CH, Janicki J, Kaufman J, Chancellor M, Yoshimura N, Chermansky C. Recent advances in imaging and understanding interstitial cystitis. F1000Res. 2018 Nov 9;7:F1000 Faculty Rev-1771. doi: 10.12688/f1000research.16096.1. PMID: 30473772; PMCID: PMC6234747.
DOI
10.12688/f1000research.16096.1
ISSN
2046-1402
PubMed ID
30473772