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This needle is a direct competitor to other tissue-acquisition devices such as the Medtronic SharkCore and Boston Scientific Acquire. EchoTip® ClearCore™ EUS Biopsy Needle - Cook Medical

As of March 2026, new units have an expiration date listed as February 4, 2028. g60992.mp4

The is a 22-gauge EchoTip ClearCore EUS Biopsy Needle , designed for fine needle biopsy (FNB). This needle is specifically used with ultrasound endoscopes to acquire tissue samples from lesions in or adjacent to the gastrointestinal tract, including the pancreas, mediastinal masses, and lymph nodes. Key Features and Performance This needle is a direct competitor to other

It is specialized for procuring large core tissue, which is crucial for histological examination, rather than just cytologic aspiration. This needle is specifically used with ultrasound endoscopes

The 22-gauge size is suitable for accessing various locations through the gastrointestinal wall, including those requiring a transduodenal approach.

The ClearCore needle features a tip designed for clear ultrasound visualization, aiding in precise placement.