Townsend Kevorkian Biopsy Fcps Fig.4

Clinical Application

Designed for gynecologic tissue sampling, these Kevorkian-style biopsy forceps are used to obtain endometrial cores and small intrauterine specimens. They are commonly employed in outpatient endometrial biopsy, diagnostic curettage adjuncts, and operative settings where targeted sampling or removal of small polyps and intrauterine tissue is required. The cupped jaws capture tissue while allowing controlled severing and retrieval for histologic evaluation.

Design & Configuration

The ring-handle, single-action configuration provides tactile control and precise closure force, enabling the operator to position and close the jaws with incremental pressure. The slender shaft permits passage through a speculum and cervical canal with minimal obstruction, while the cupped jaw geometry cores and retains tissue on closure to improve specimen yield and reduce loss during removal. This geometry supports one-handed operation and straightforward specimen transfer to pathology containers.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument type: Biopsy forceps
• Pattern / model: Townsend Kevorkian (Fig. 4)
• Configuration: Ring-handled, single-action forceps with slender shaft
• Tip / jaw pattern: Cupped biopsy jaws for coring and retention of soft tissue
• Typical surgical use: Endometrial and intrauterine tissue sampling
• Material / construction: Stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability in repeated reprocessing cycles. The instrument is designed for reusable clinical use and should be inspected and sterilized according to facility protocols prior to each use to maintain performance and patient safety.

Quality & Compliance

Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.

Brand Comparison

Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.

Availability & Returns

• In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
• Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
• Returns: 30-day return policy