Biopsy Forceps Articles & Analysis
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In 2020, the technology was deemed a safe and effective adjunct to forceps biopsies in the evaluation of BE, low-grade dysplasia, and high-grade dysplasia by SAGES Technology and Value Assessment Committee ...
The computer-assisted procedure, which is intended as an adjunct to standard four-quadrant biopsies for screening, diagnosis, or surveillance of cancerous or precancerous esophageal lesions, may be considered medically necessary for the surveillance of both Barrett’s Esophagus and chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). ...
A newly published study as lead article in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy shows that Barrett’s esophagus (BE) and dysplasia progress to esophageal cancer at similar, or even higher, rates when diagnosed by WATS3D (wide-area transepithelial sampling with three-dimensional analysis) as they do when diagnosed by conventional forceps biopsies. This study titled ...
WATS3D, which is intended as an adjunct to standard four-quadrant biopsies for screening, diagnosis, or surveillance of cancerous or precancerous esophageal lesions, may be considered medically necessary for the surveillance of both Barrett’s esophagus and chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). ...
The standard blades have long jaws with horizontal serrations to guarantee firm grips on different surfaces. The forceps with cup-shaped blades can offer convenient grips in punching biopsies. The set includes forceps that are 14 cm long and shorter 8.5 cm forceps for tighter anatomical sites. ...