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Inverted pyramidal biopsy
P J Weber1, B R Moody, J A Foster
1Division of Dermatology, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA. daehler@interpoint.net
Abstract:
We describe a biopsy technique that is simple, rapid, and effective for numerous cutaneous lesions. The inverted pyramidal biopsy (IPB) creates an acute geometric tissue defect with an apex located in the dermis. A cosmetically pleasing result, while still providing adequate tissue to render a histologic description and diagnosis, is obtained. The technique can also be employed to remove a host of benign lesions, including dermatofibroma, fibrous papules, and chalazion, among others.
