Why Do Bimanual Exams?

Why Do Bimanual Exams? The purpose of the bimanual examination is to determine the size and nature of the uterus and the presence or absence of adnexal masses. Uterine mobility and tenderness is assessed, and the presence of any adnexa tenderness should be noted. Ovaries are palpable in many premenopausal females with a normal habitus.