BACKGROUND: Retrieval of polyps resected from the colorectum is time consuming, despite the availability of various devices, such as grasping forceps, nets, and suction traps, for this purpose. A novel device for retrieval of polyps was developed and tested. METHODS: Patients with polyp(s) less than or equal to 6 mm in diameter were included in this study. The effectiveness of the device for polyp retrieval was evaluated. OBSERVATIONS: In total, 180 of 184 polyps were retrieved from 100 patients. Four polyp specimens (2.2%) were lost after polypectomy. None of the retrieved specimens were damaged. All retrieved polyps could be assessed histopathologically, and a definitive diagnosis was made. CONCLUSIONS: The newly developed device proved to be reliable when used in clinical practice.
BACKGROUND: Retrieval of polyps resected from the colorectum is time consuming, despite the availability of various devices, such as grasping forceps, nets, and suction traps, for this purpose. A novel device for retrieval of polyps was developed and tested. METHODS:Patients with polyp(s) less than or equal to 6 mm in diameter were included in this study. The effectiveness of the device for polyp retrieval was evaluated. OBSERVATIONS: In total, 180 of 184 polyps were retrieved from 100 patients. Four polyp specimens (2.2%) were lost after polypectomy. None of the retrieved specimens were damaged. All retrieved polyps could be assessed histopathologically, and a definitive diagnosis was made. CONCLUSIONS: The newly developed device proved to be reliable when used in clinical practice.