Use of a chalazion clamp for intraoral biopsies: a technical note

Publication date: Available online 11 November 2019Source: British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryAuthor(s): L. Shah, S. Fogden, A. MajumdarAbstractOral biopsies are common diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in oral and maxillofacial surgical (OMFS) outpatient departments. The chalazion clamp is similar to a pair of forceps. One extension has a flat, solid, oval plate, the other, a ring-like structure that is used to clamp and retract soft tissues. We highlight the benefits of using this simple, widely-available tool during oral biopsies. We find that the clamp increases effectiveness and efficiency for the clinician and assistant. We recommend its use in daily OMFS practice.

Source: British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - November 12, 2019 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research