Abstract
Painful bladder syndrome (PBS), part of a symptom complex previously designated interstitial cystitis (IC), currently commands a position as perhaps the predominant disconcerting diagnostic and treatment dilemma encountered by urologists. Despite substantial advancements in our conceptualization of the PBS/IC disease assemblage, fundamental issues involving definitions and taxonomy continue to plague the field and deter progress. Herein we present select concepts from the forefront of PBS/IC deliberation to precipitate creation of a meaningful consensus that the urologic community can use to collaborate with other disciplines. An international effort is envisioned to develop a classification system that will serve to ease communication among practitioners, researchers, and patients as we strive to find solutions for the troubling enigma of PBS/IC.
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