Rectal examination is believed dangerous and is commonly deferred or omitted in patients with acute myocardial infarction. To evaluate the safety and specific usefulness in this clinical setting of an ...

Q: I saw the news about patient consent forms now being required for pelvic exams. What should I know before my next appointment? A: Exams of any sensitive area — which include pelvic exams in women, ...

A common method of detecting prostate cancer may not be accurate enough as a reliable screening tool by itself, scientists have warned. Science X Daily and the Weekly Email Newsletter are free ...

Although the procedure only takes a minute or two and is usually painless, many men dread having to have a DRE. Knowing what to expect can alleviate any fears that a man might have: Digital Rectal ...

Infectious complications following transrectal ultrasound prostate biopsy (TRUSBx) have been increasing. Pre-biopsy prophylaxis with fluoroquinolone (FQL) antibiotics is a recommended and accepted ...

SAN DIEGO — By skipping rectal examinations as part of their workup, physicians may be missing the cause of constipation for some, a new study suggests. Constipation is one of the most common reasons ...