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Comparison of flaccid, stretched, and erect penis length measurements in clinical studies

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Jan 24, 2026
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Flaccid vs erect size correlation

Measurements from large systematic reviews and clinical studies show that is a poor, inconsistent predictor of erect length for many men, while "stretched" length correlates much more closely with ere...

Jan 21, 2026
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Whats the estimated erect length for a flacid penis that ranges from 4.25 to 4.375

A flaccid length of 4.25–4.375 inches most plausibly corresponds to an erect length somewhere between roughly 5.5 and 5.94 inches, with a central estimate near 5.8–5.9 inches; this is an estimate deri...

Jan 24, 2026
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How do measurement methods (flaccid vs stretched vs erect) change reported penis size in clinical studies?

use three common —flaccid, stretched (SFL), and erect—and which one is used changes reported averages substantially: pooled flaccid means are roughly 8.7–9.2 cm, stretched means near 12.9–13.2 cm, and...

Feb 3, 2026

How do measurement methods affect reported flaccid penis length statistics?

Reported vary widely because measurement technique, observer behavior, and study design systematically change what is being recorded; flaccid measures are inherently dynamic and less reliable than ere...

Feb 3, 2026

How do researchers standardize penis size measurements in clinical studies?

Researchers attempt to standardize by defining clear anatomical landmarks, choosing which physiological state to measure (flaccid, stretched, or erect), using trained examiners and consistent tools (f...

Jan 18, 2026

What methods ensure accurate and reliable penis length studies?

Accurate, reliable penis‑length studies depend on standardized measurement state, consistent anatomical landmarks, trained observers using validated tools, and transparent sampling and reporting so re...