There is described method and apparatus for taking a biopsy wherein the apparatus is formed of a biocompatible cylindrical member with an outer wall and a hollow core, the cylindrical member having a longitudinal axis. An opening in the outer wall of the member is provided and a cutting device cuts tissue entering the opening as it travels along the opening. Cut tissue is treated with a coagulating agent or member so that the coagulation occurs concurrently or just after the tissue is cut wherein the coagulation occurs at a trailing edge of the opening as it travels.
RELATED APPLICATIONS
This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 09/919,583, filed on Jul. 31, 2001 now U.S. Pat. No. 6,773,443 which claims priority under 35 U.S.C. .sctn. 119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application No. 60/221,712, filed Jul. 31, 2000, which applications are incorporated herein by reference.
