Biopsy-coagulation forceps to simplify biopsy of the bladder

Until now the forceps used for biopsy of the bladder has required a second procedure to coagulate the bleeding resulting from tissue removal. A new biopsy forceps is described, which makes it possible to perform the biopsy and coagulation simultaneously, thus, eliminating the inconvenience of having to change instruments during the operation. The shaft of the forceps through which the high frequency current flows is insulated completely so that the current exits only via the tips of the prongs. This design eliminates the danger of the specimen being subjected to thermal damage. The advantages offered by the new forceps are vision remains good, orientation is facilitated, loss of blood is minimal, operation time is reduced and the necessity of changing instruments is eliminated.