Rectal examination
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"Digital exam" redirects here. For digital examination of the vagina, see Pelvic examination.
"Anal probe" redirects here. For the use by aliens, see Alien abduction.
Digital rectal examination (DRE), also known as a prostate exam (Latin: palpatio per anum (PPA), lit.ā'palpation through the anus'), is an internal examination of the rectum performed by a healthcare provider.
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Prior to a 2018 report from the United States Preventive Services Task Force, a digital exam was a common component of annual exams for older men, as it was thought to be a reliable screening test for prostate cancer.[1][2]