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    Most patients do not prefer a specific physician sex for digital rectal exams (DRE). However, a significant minority prefer a same-sex physician, influenced by age and socioeconomic factors, highlighting the need to offer patient choice.

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    Area of Science:

    • Colorectal Surgery
    • Patient Experience
    • Medical Ethics

    Background:

    • Patient comfort during digital rectal examination (DRE) can be influenced by physician demographics.
    • Stress associated with DRE during surgical ward admission may impact patient compliance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate patient preferences for the sex of the physician performing DRE.
    • To analyze how patient sex, age, and socioeconomic status relate to DRE preferences.

    Main Methods:

    • A questionnaire was administered to patients admitted to a General and Colorectal Surgery department.
    • Data collected included patient demographics and preferences for the DRE physician's sex.

    Main Results:

    • Out of 225 patients, 73.3% had no preference for the DRE physician's sex.

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  • 22.7% preferred a same-sex physician.
  • Preference for a same-sex physician was associated with younger age, female sex, lower education, fewer comorbidities, and no prior colonoscopy experience.

    • Conclusions:

    • While most patients are indifferent, a notable portion prefers a same-sex physician for DRE.
    • Offering patients a choice of physician sex can improve the clinical environment and reduce patient stress.
    • Addressing patient preferences is crucial for enhancing care and treatment compliance.