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Interstitial cystitis and the overlap with overactive bladder. Current urology reports Elliott, C. S., Payne, C. K. 2012; 13 (5): 319-326

Abstract

The overlap between interstitial cystitis-painful bladder syndrome and overactive bladder can present a diagnostic challenge to the treating practitioner. Both can present with similar patient symptoms. Further compounding this dilemma is the fact that no gold standard test exists to differentiate one from the other. This review will serve to highlight their similarities and distinguishing features.

View details for DOI 10.1007/s11934-012-0264-y

View details for PubMedID 22965225