Teflon-Coated Gauze: Does It Affect Retrieval of Endometrial Specimens?

Endometrial biopsy and curettage are commonly performed diagnostic procedures to assess uterine pathology. Adequate endometrial specimen collection is important to formulate an accurate diagnosis. Review of literature shows that 2%-60% of endometrial samples may be nondiagnostic due to insufficient specimen. Multiple factors may determine the adequacy of the specimen including age, uterine pathology, clinical expertise, grossing, and processing technique. Teflon-coated …