847 devices · GMDN 35732
Rigid endoscopic biopsy forceps are reusable, manual instruments designed to collect tissue samples during minimally invasive procedures like laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, or arthroscopy. Their scissors-like cups at the distal end allow precise cutting and retrieval of small tissue specimens through an endoscope’s working channel or an artificial body orifice.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical instruments, often requiring validation for durability, sterility, and biocompatibility due to their reusable nature. They are commonly supplied as part of surgical kits or as standalone tools, adhering to local medical device classification and safety standards.
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