[Chronic pelvic pain syndrome in women: diagnostic and therapeutic aspects].

Chronic pelvic pain syndrome (PPS) refers to pain of three to six months duration (or longer) that occurs below the umbilicus. PPS is considered a form of chronic regional pain syndrome or functional somatic pain syndrome. Multimodal ollaborative and patient-centered approach is critical component of treatment for women with CPPS. The current review encompasses the linical manifestations and therapeutic interventions for CPPS - a yet to be defined problem.