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Limitations of digital rectal exam

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What are the limitations of digital rectal exam (DRE) in the diagnosis of prostate cancer?
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@hendrix Abnormal digital rectal examination (DRE) findings

DRE is examiner-dependent, and serial examinations over time are best
Most patients diagnosed with prostate cancer have normal DRE results but abnormal PSA readings
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