Efficacy and Tolerability of a Novel Biopsy Device for Removing Benign Epidermal Skin Lesions

Abstract

The rotating sphere biopsy device is a potential alternative to the razor blade with comparable tolerability, scarring, and accuracy in histological diagnoses, offering improved safety for patients and health care providers.

An innovative syringe barrel holder of halved razor blade for shave surgery as dermablade

“…Several adaptations and devices for better blade handling have been reported. 2,3 All of these, however, are time-consuming and expensive. Dermablade is a safer option that has a better grip, although it is more costly and less readily available.…”

Shave biopsy instrument: An ergonomic modification of razor blade

“…Harvey and Fenske[ 3 ] introduced an adapter-designed version of the razor blade wherein the blade is embedded in a flexible polypropylene plastic polymer. Another biopsy device designed by Yang et al [ 4 ] houses the razor blade within a container, which remains unexposed during the procedure. Both these shave biopsy instruments are not commercially available.…”