Many men dislike digital rectal examinations (DREs) — for all sorts of reasons. However, a new study has again pointed out the value of the DRE in helping to establish clinical risk and the potential aggressiveness of a specific prostate cancer diagnosis in each individual patient. … READ MORE …
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Once upon a time (not so very long ago) the digital rectal examination or DRE was the only non-invasive test that a physician could use to assess whether a patient was at risk for localized prostate cancer and/or other prostate problems. Alas, the use of this test appears to be falling out of favor, which is probably not a good thing. … READ MORE …
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A new study just published in the Canadian Journal of Urology has reminded us of the importance of the digital rectal emamination (DRE) in the initial diagnosis of prostate cancer. … READ MORE …
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THE "NEW" PROSTATE CANCER INFOLINK 