Urology
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To determine if 3 of the Canadian Urological Association's Choosing Wisely recommendations (released in 2013-2014) related to urologic care altered physician and patient behavior. ⋯ In Ontario, there was no evidence of a significant change in 3 practice patterns that were featured in Choosing Wisely Urology recommendations. Further thought may be needed on how to translate these and future recommendations into behavior change.
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Comparative Study Observational Study
Physical Examination for Men and Women With Urologic Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome: A MAPP (Multidisciplinary Approach to the Study of Chronic Pelvic Pain) Network Study.
To examine the feasibility of implementing a standardized, clinically relevant genitourinary examination for both men and women, and to identify physical examination findings characteristic of urologic chronic pelvic pain syndrome (UCPPS). ⋯ The extended genitourinary examination is an easily administered addition to the assessment of men and women during evaluation for UCPPS. Physical findings may help to better categorize patients with UCPPS into clinically relevant subgroups for optimal treatment.