pinch biopsy

a method for gastrointestinal biopsy using forceps, introduced by endoscopy, to grasp and cut small specimens of mucosa and lamina propria.

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vaginal
vaginal fornix
Vaginal prolapse
vaginal ring
vaginal smear
vaginal speculum
vaginal vestibule

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It's a little bit concerning in that we rely heavily as endoscopists on the pinch biopsy specimens in the management, treatment, work-up, etc.

Endoscopic mucosal resection useful for Barrett's

The best results have been reported using ERCP with a triple approach using brush cytology forceps, malleable pinch biopsy forceps, and fine needle aspiration.