Endoscopic ultrasonography‐guided biopsy using a Franseen needle design: Initial assessment

Background and Aim Recently, a 22‐gauge (G) needle with a Franseen tip design was developed for endoscopic ultrasonography ‐guided fine‐needle biopsy ( EUS ‐ FNB ). The present study evaluated the performance of the Franseen biopsy needle in EUS ‐guided tissue acquisition. Methods This is a retrospective study of patients who underwent EUS ‐ FNB using the Franseen needle. Lesions were sampled using either the Franseen needle only or after failed...