Which position is best for a rectal exam? study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT01727388
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 41 times
Summary
This study compared two common positions for digital rectal exams: lying on your side (lateral decubitus) versus lying on your back (supine). Researchers wanted to see which position allows doctors to perform a more complete exam. The study involved 320 men with conditions like colon cancer, rectal bleeding, or hernia. The goal is to improve how these exams are done in everyday practice.
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Locations
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Amiens Universitary Hospital
Amiens, France
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Beauvais General Hospital
Beauvais, France
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If this study finds a clear winner, it could help doctors perform more thorough rectal exams, leading to better detection of issues.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study comparing exam positions, not testing a new treatment. The results may not change practice if the difference is small.
Conditions
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