Biopsy needle and biopsy device containing the same

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2006-03-28

2006-03-28

Marmor, Charles (Department: 3736)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Sampling nonliquid body material

C600S567000, C606S167000, C606S170000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07018343

ABSTRACT:
The invention described herein relates to an improved biopsy needle which enhances the accuracy of the sampling procedure and minimizes the trauma caused by the procedure. The biopsy needle comprises a tip that reduces or minimizes undesirable bias of the needle during sampling penetration of the tissue, the tip comprising a plurality of facets arranged and oriented in a manner which improves the interaction between the needle and tissue during its advancement and penetration therein thereby improving the performance of the biopsy needle. The invention also includes a biopsy device comprising the biopsy needle of the invention.

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