Introducing: Novatome Single-use!

Our new Novatome™ single-use endomyocardial biopsy forceps deliver the same quality and dependability you trust in a disposable form:
  • High quality composite handle material Novatome
  • Precision manufacture
  • Comfort and control
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Bioptomes You Trust

The Original Bioptome reusable endomyocardial biopsy forceps that set the industry standard:
  • Available in 6 standard modelsBioptome
  • Right or left ventrical models
  • Factory reconditioning available
  • Custom catheter sizes available on request
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Scholten Surgical Instruments

Over 30 years of providing dependable instruments to safely and effectively take heart biopsies.
Scholten Bioptome in use

Bioptome in use

Positioning of the bioptome for endomyocardial biopsy.

1, Bioptome is inserted with the tip pointed toward the lateral wall of the right atrium.
2, At the level of the mid-right atrium, the bioptome is rotated anteriorly approximately 180 degrees and is advanced through the tricuspid valve apparatus toward the right ventricle.
3, The bioptome is advanced through to the interventricular septum with the jaws opened.

Illustration: WA Baumgartner, Heart and Lung Transplantation, 2nd Edition, p.273; Copyright Elsevier, 2002.

 

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Company

Scholten Surgical Instruments, Inc.
170 Commerce St. • Lodi, CA 95240 • USA
Phone: (209) 365-1393 • Fax: (209) 365-1437

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