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Radial Jaw® 4 Biopsy Forceps

Radial Jaw Single-Use Biopsy Forceps are specifically designed to collect tissue endoscopically for histologic examination. Designed with improved Micro-Mesh full radial teeth to provide a clean, precise bite, and to help reduce tearing and crushed artifact.
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Overview

Radial Jaw 4 Biopsy Forceps feature:

RJ4 Jumbo Forceps
  • Three jaw configurations now available, the new Standard Capacity cup size, Jumbo, and Large Capacity, all designed to provide larger jaw volume for sample handling as compared to competitive Biopsy Forceps
  • Designed with improved Micro-Mesh full radial teeth, the Radial Jaw 4 Single-Use Biopsy Forceps provides a clean, precise bite, and helps to reduce tearing and crushed artifact
  • Consistent sample retention for precise sample identification
  • Streamlined catheter now available and designed to provide the right balance of columnar strength and flexibility for pushability and control during scope passage
  • Positioning markers now available and engineered to assist in the insertion and withdrawal of forceps to enhance procedural safety and efficiency
  • Single-use design to eliminate the risk of transmitting patient-to-patient diseases


 

RJ4 Standard Capacity Forceps NEW!! Radial Jaw® 4 Standard Capacity Single-Use Biopsy Forceps
RJ4 Large Capacity Forceps Radial Jaw® 4 Large Capacity Single-Use Biopsy Forceps


 

RJ3 Forceps Radial Jaw® 3 Family of Biopsy Forceps: Shown in Standard, Large, and Max Capacity, Gastropediatric jaw sizes, and Multibite® Biopsy Forceps.


Radial Jaw 3 Forceps and Radial Jaw 4 Forceps Tissue Surface Area Comparison1

Tissue Surface Area Comparison

Biopsies from Radial Jaw 3 Large Capacity Forceps are on average 1.8mm wide after fixation (image x 20)

Biopsies from Radial Jaw 4 Jumbo Forceps are on average 2.7mm wide after fixation (image x 20)



Device Illustrations

Radial Jaw® 4 Biopsy Forceps

Radial Jaw® 3 Biopsy Forceps



References

1 S. Komanduri, G. Swanson, M. Brown, S. Jakate. Efficacy of a New Jumbo Biopsy Forceps on Histopathology in Barrett's Esophagus. Gastroenterology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL. Presentation at Digestive Disease Week®, Washington DC, May 20, 2007.

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Product Type

Forceps

Used in Procedures

Colonoscopy Endoscopic Biopsy Upper Endoscopy

Related Medical Areas

Gastroenterology

Related Conditions

Cancer Digestive Disorders