Side-Lying gynecological exam could ease patient anxiety

NCT ID NCT05880290

First seen Feb 21, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study tested whether a gynecological exam done while lying on the side (lateral decubitus) works well enough to be a regular alternative to the standard position. Over 500 women who needed a pelvic exam took part. The goal was to see if this position could make the exam more comfortable and respectful of modesty, which may help more women keep up with regular check-ups.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • BIHOREL

    Bihorel, 76420, France

  • BOOS 1

    Rouen, 76100, France

  • BOOS 2

    Boos, 76520, France

  • Bois-Guillaume

    Bois-Guillaume, 76230, France

  • Le Havre 1

    Le Havre, France

  • Le Havre 2

    Le Havre, 76620, France

  • Le Havre 3

    Le Havre, 76600, France

  • Lillebonne

    Lillebonne, 76190, France

  • Louviers 1

    Louviers, 27400, France

  • Louviers 2

    Louviers, 27400, France

  • Louviers 3

    Louviers, 27400, France

  • MALAUNAY

    Malaunay, 76770, France

  • Montivillers 2

    Montivilliers, 76290, France

  • Montivilliers 1

    Montivilliers, 76290, France

  • Octeville Sur Mer

    Octeville, 76930, France

  • Offranville

    Offranville, 76550, France

  • ROUEN 1

    Rouen, 76100, France

  • ROUEN 2

    Rouen, 76100, France

  • ROUEN 3

    Rouen, 76100, France

  • ROUEN 4

    Rouen, 76000, France

  • YVETOT

    Yvetot, 76190, France

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