Modular infusion platform for enteral administration and methods of assembly and control thereof
By using a modularly designed micro-pump drive unit, drug storage module, and cavity-adaptive release component, the problems of uncontrollable drug delivery rate, drug backflow, and cavity irritation in existing cavity drug delivery methods are solved, achieving precise, safe, and multi-drug synergistic infusion of cavity drug delivery, which is suitable for different cavity types and drug solutions.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- YOUCHANGDA (WUHAN) MEDICAL TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2026-04-27
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-19
AI Technical Summary
Existing cavity drug delivery methods suffer from problems such as uncontrollable or insufficient control precision of drug delivery rate, drug backflow, cavity irritation, difficulty in compatibility with different cavities and different release components, difficulty in achieving multi-drug synergy, and the separate platform design of low-cost disposable consumables and reusable pumps.
It adopts a modular design, including a reusable micro pump drive unit, a replaceable drug storage module, and a cavity adapter release component. The modular interface structure enables flexible combination. The control unit can receive infusion parameters or preset dosing curves from external control devices to achieve precise drug infusion.
It achieves adaptation to different cavity types, precise infusion and safe delivery of drugs, reduces the risk of cavity irritation, supports multi-drug synergistic infusion, has strong compatibility, is suitable for intelligent control, and supports the separate design of low-cost disposable consumables and reusable pump bodies.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] This invention belongs to the field of medical device and medical equipment technology, specifically relating to a modular infusion platform for cavity drug delivery and its assembly and control method. Background Technology
[0002] Existing methods of cavity drug delivery include pressure bottles (enemas, vaginal douches), syringe injection, and simple balloon compression, as well as some infusion systems that combine pumps, drug containers, and tubing. However, most of these existing systems are general-purpose designs and are not specifically designed for the anatomical adaptation, replaceable release components, target area delivery, and control requirements for matching different drug solutions / drug delivery curves in cavity local drug delivery scenarios.
[0003] The problems include: uncontrollable or insufficient control precision of drug delivery rate, drug backflow, cavity irritation, difficulty in compatibility with different cavities and different release components, difficulty in achieving multi-drug synergy, and the separate platform design of low-cost disposable consumables and reusable pump bodies, which has a fixed structure and is difficult to expand. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a modular cavity drug delivery platform based on a reusable micropump drive unit, capable of working in conjunction with different drug storage modules and different cavity-adapted release components. Unlike cavity drug delivery devices that simply combine the drug storage site, delivery device, and release site in a fixed combination, this invention aims to enable the same micropump drive unit to be selectively assembled with different types of drug storage modules and different types of cavity-adapted release components through a modular interface, and to be able to invoke the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve based on the selected module combination. Summary of the Invention
[0004] To address the aforementioned problems in the prior art, this invention provides a modular infusion platform for cavity drug delivery and its assembly and control method. In this specification and claims, "cavity" refers to a tubular or cavity-like anatomical structure within the human or animal body that can be used for local drug delivery. "External control device" refers to a device capable of communicating with the micropump drive unit and issuing infusion parameters or preset drug delivery curve commands, including but not limited to mobile terminals, handheld controllers, or host computer systems.
[0005] One of the modular infusion platforms for cavity drug delivery includes: a reusable micropump drive unit, the micropump drive unit including a control unit and a micropump actuator, the control unit including an interface for communicating with an external control device and a microcontroller or control circuit; At least one replaceable drug storage module is detachably connected to the micro pump drive unit; At least one replaceable cavity-adaptive release component, the cavity-adaptive release component including an insertion end adapted to the anatomical structure of a target cavity, the insertion end and / or its adjacent portion being provided with a release structure for releasing a drug solution into the target cavity; A modular interface structure is used to establish a sealed, detachable connection between the micropump drive unit, the drug storage module, and the cavity adapter release component; The drug storage module and the cavity adapter release component form a drug delivery path. The micro pump drive unit is configured to directly act on the drug storage module and / or the drug delivery path. The control unit is configured to receive infusion parameters from an external control device and / or, based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component, call the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve to drive the drug to be output through the cavity adapter release component to a preset release position or release section in the target cavity.
[0006] like Figure 1 As shown, the platform consists of a micro-pump drive unit, a drug storage module, a cavity adapter release component, and a modular interface structure; as Figure 2 As shown, the modular interface structure can form a sealed, detachable connection between the modules; such as Figure 3 As shown, the medicine storage module can be in different forms such as a soft bag, a bottle-shaped container, or a corrugated bottle; for example... Figure 4 As shown, the cavity adapter release component can be a rectal / colon catheter, a vaginal tampon-like drug delivery device, or other cavity adapter structures; such as Figure 5 As shown, the liquid delivery path can integrate safety auxiliary structures such as anti-backflow, flow limiting, pressure relief, or pressure buffering; for example... Figure 6 As shown, the platform can achieve multi-cavity adaptation and sequential or parallel infusion of single or multiple drugs.
[0007] Specifically, the control unit includes a communication interface and a microcontroller or control circuit; the communication interface is used to receive infusion parameters or preset dosing curve instructions issued by an external control device, and the microcontroller or control circuit is used to execute the corresponding control program and drive the micropump actuator.
[0008] Specifically, the liquid medicine storage module is a replaceable independent container, and a liquid medicine delivery path is formed between the liquid medicine storage module and the cavity adapter release component. The micro pump drive unit is connected to the liquid medicine storage module through the modular interface structure and provides delivery power.
[0009] like Figure 3As shown, the liquid medicine storage module can be in the form of a flexible medicine bag, bottle-shaped container, corrugated bottle assembly, medicine tank / cylinder or other replaceable container; its outlet can be configured as a Luer interface, a twist-lock interface or a dedicated interface that cooperates with the modular interface structure, so as to establish a detachable connection with the micro pump drive unit and / or the cavity adapter release component.
[0010] Furthermore, the drug storage module is a disposable or reusable structure.
[0011] Preferably, the shape of the cavity adaptation release component is configured to conform to, support, or close a local area of the target cavity, and is constructed to adapt to the anatomical structure of the target cavity.
[0012] like Figure 4 As shown, the insertion end of the cavity adapter release component can be a catheter-like, umbrella-like / cotton-like unfolding structure, curved nasal plug-like structure, thin straight tube-like structure, or other structures adapted to the anatomical shape of the target cavity; the insertion end can include a flexible segment, a rounded transition segment, or a deformable segment to reduce cavity stimulation and improve insertion stability.
[0013] Specifically, the cavity adapter release component is a disposable consumable that is replaced after one infusion is completed.
[0014] Specifically, the cavity adaptation release component is configured to deliver the drug solution to a preset release position or release section of the target cavity.
[0015] Specifically, the modular interface structure is a quick-detachable interface capable of forming a sealed connection.
[0016] Specifically, the drug storage modules are independent of each other to enable single-drug, multi-drug sequential infusion, or multi-drug parallel infusion.
[0017] like Figure 6 As shown, the platform can be configured with one or more drug storage modules, one or more drug delivery paths, and corresponding modular interface structures to achieve adaptation to different cavities, as well as single drug infusion, sequential multi-drug infusion, or parallel multi-drug infusion.
[0018] In some embodiments, the micropump drive unit includes a multi-channel drive structure and / or a flow path switching structure for selectively driving one or more of the plurality of drug storage modules. The control unit can call the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component to realize sequential infusion of multiple drugs or parallel infusion of multiple drugs.
[0019] Specifically, the drug delivery path and / or the cavity adapter release component may further include auxiliary structures for improving the safety of cavity infusion, the auxiliary structures being used to reduce the risk of drug backflow, abnormal pressure, or cavity irritation.
[0020] Furthermore, the safety auxiliary structure includes an anti-backflow structure, a flow-limiting structure, a pressure relief channel, a pressure buffer chamber, or a foreign object blocking structure.
[0021] like Figure 5 As shown, the safety auxiliary structure of the drug delivery path may include at least one of the following: anti-backflow check valve, flow limiting structure, pressure relief channel, pressure buffer chamber and / or foreign object blocking structure. The safety auxiliary structure may be located near the insertion end, near the drug storage module end or at any position between the two.
[0022] Specifically, the insertion end of the cavity adapter release component has a flexible section, a rounded transition section, or a deformable section that conforms to the cavity.
[0023] Specifically, the cavity adapter release component and / or the liquid delivery path are provided with replaceable interface connectors to adapt to different cavity sizes or curvatures.
[0024] Specifically, the platform also includes a sensor connection structure for connecting pressure, flow, temperature, resistance, or position sensors.
[0025] Specifically, the cavity adapter release component may include a diffusion structure for promoting uniform distribution of the drug solution within the cavity, the diffusion structure being used to improve the uniformity of the drug solution distribution within the cavity.
[0026] A method for assembling and controlling a modular infusion platform for cavity drug delivery, comprising: A modular infusion platform is provided, the platform including a micropump drive unit, at least one replaceable drug storage module, and at least one cavity adapter release component; Select the appropriate cavity adapter release component according to the target cavity type and / or target drug delivery requirements, and assemble the micro pump drive unit, the drug storage module and the cavity adapter release component through a modular interface structure to establish a sealed detachable connection and form a drug delivery flow path; Infusion parameters are sent to the micro-pump drive unit through an external control device, and / or the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve is loaded based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component. The micropump drive unit is controlled to operate according to the infusion parameters, the infusion parameter set, and / or the preset dosing curve, so as to drive the drug solution to be output through the cavity adapter release component to the preset release position or release section in the target cavity.
[0027] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: This invention, through modular design, enables flexible combination and replacement of reusable micro-pump drive units, replaceable drug storage modules, and cavity-adaptive release components. For different cavity types, cavity-adaptive release components adapted to the target cavity's anatomy can be selected. The flexible segment, rounded transition segment, deformable segment, and / or diffusion structure at the insertion end help improve the accuracy, uniformity, user comfort, and safety of delivery to the target area, while reducing irritation to the cavity mucosa. The control unit can receive infusion parameters through communication with an external control device and / or call the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity-adaptive release component to implement continuous, pulsed, sequential, or parallel infusion schemes, thus accommodating different drugs, different sites, and different dosing rhythms. The modular interface structure ensures convenient and airtight connections between modules, while the anti-backflow, flow-limiting, and pressure-relief safety auxiliary structures in the drug delivery path and / or cavity-adaptive release component help reduce risks such as drug backflow and abnormal pressure. In summary, this invention provides a scalable, modular, highly compatible cavity drug delivery platform that is suitable for intelligent control. Attached Figure Description
[0028] To facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art, the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the modular infusion platform of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the modular interface structure and sealed connection of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the drug storage module of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram illustrating an example of the cavity adaptation and release component of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the safety auxiliary structure for the drug delivery flow path of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the multi-channel adaptation and sequential or parallel infusion of single / multi-drug drugs according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation
[0030] Example embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, example embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the examples set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided to make this disclosure more comprehensive and complete, and to fully convey the concept of example embodiments to those skilled in the art. Furthermore, the described features, structures, or characteristics can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments. In the following description, numerous specific details are provided to give a full understanding of embodiments of this disclosure. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the technical solutions of this disclosure can be practiced without one or more of the specific details, or other methods, components, apparatuses, steps, etc., can be employed. In other instances, well-known methods, apparatuses, implementations, or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring aspects of this disclosure. The blocks shown in the drawings are merely functional entities and do not necessarily correspond to physically independent entities. That is, these functional entities can be implemented in software, in one or more hardware modules or integrated circuits, or in different network and / or processor devices and / or microcontroller devices. The flowcharts shown in the drawings are merely illustrative and do not necessarily include all contents and operations / steps, nor do they necessarily have to be performed in the order described. For example, some operations / steps can be broken down, while others can be combined or partially combined. Therefore, the actual execution order may change depending on the actual situation.
[0031] To further illustrate the technical means and effects of the present invention in achieving its intended purpose, the following detailed description of the specific implementation methods, structures, features, and effects of the present invention, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments, is provided.
[0032] Please see Figure 1-6 A modular infusion platform for cavity drug delivery, comprising: A reusable micropump drive unit, comprising a control unit and a micropump actuator; the control unit includes an interface for communicating with an external control device and a microcontroller or control circuit. At least one replaceable drug storage module is detachably connected to the micro pump drive unit; At least one replaceable cavity-adaptive release component, the cavity-adaptive release component including an insertion end adapted to the anatomical structure of a target cavity, the insertion end and / or its adjacent portion being provided with a release structure for releasing a drug solution into the target cavity; A modular interface structure is used to establish a sealed, detachable connection between the micropump drive unit, the drug storage module, and the cavity adapter release component; The drug storage module and the cavity adapter release component form a drug delivery path. The micro pump drive unit is configured to directly act on the drug storage module and / or the drug delivery path. The control unit is configured to receive infusion parameters from an external control device and / or, based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component, call the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve to drive the drug to be output through the cavity adapter release component to a preset release position or release section in the target cavity.
[0033] like Figure 1 As shown, the platform consists of a micro-pump drive unit, a drug storage module, a cavity adapter release component, and a modular interface structure; as Figure 2 As shown, the modular interface structure can form a sealed, detachable fluid connection between the modules; such as Figure 3 As shown, the medicine storage module can be in different forms such as a soft bag, a bottle-shaped container, or a corrugated bottle; for example... Figure 4 As shown, the cavity adapter release component can be a rectal / colon catheter, a vaginal tampon-like drug delivery device, or other cavity adapter structures; such as Figure 5 As shown, the liquid delivery path can integrate safety auxiliary structures such as anti-backflow, flow limiting, pressure relief, or pressure buffering; for example... Figure 6 As shown, the platform can achieve multi-cavity adaptation and sequential or parallel infusion of single or multiple drugs.
[0034] Specifically, the control unit includes a communication interface and a microcontroller or control circuit; the communication interface is used to receive infusion parameters or preset dosing curve instructions issued by an external control device, and the microcontroller or control circuit is used to execute the corresponding control program and drive the micro pump actuator.
[0035] Specifically, the liquid medicine storage module is a replaceable independent container, and a liquid medicine delivery path is formed between the liquid medicine storage module and the cavity adapter release component. The micro pump drive unit is connected to the liquid medicine storage module through the modular interface structure and provides delivery power.
[0036] like Figure 3 As shown, the liquid medicine storage module can be in the form of a flexible medicine bag, bottle-shaped container, corrugated bottle assembly, medicine tank / cylinder or other replaceable container; its outlet can be configured as a Luer interface, a twist-lock interface or a dedicated interface that cooperates with the modular interface structure, so as to establish a detachable connection with the micro pump drive unit and / or the cavity adapter release component.
[0037] Furthermore, the drug storage module is a disposable or reusable structure.
[0038] Preferably, the shape of the cavity adaptation release component is configured to conform to, support, or close a local area of the target cavity, and is constructed to adapt to the anatomical structure of the target cavity.
[0039] like Figure 4 As shown, the insertion end of the cavity adapter release component can be a catheter-like, umbrella-like / cotton-like unfolding structure, curved nasal plug-like structure, thin straight tube-like structure, or other structures adapted to the anatomical shape of the target cavity; the insertion end can include a flexible segment, a rounded transition segment, or a deformable segment to reduce cavity stimulation and improve insertion stability.
[0040] Specifically, the cavity adapter release component is a disposable consumable that is replaced after one infusion is completed.
[0041] Specifically, the cavity adaptation release component is configured to deliver the drug solution to a preset release position or release section of the target cavity.
[0042] Specifically, the modular interface structure is a quick-detachable interface capable of forming a sealed connection.
[0043] Specifically, the drug storage modules are independent of each other to enable single-drug, multi-drug sequential infusion, or multi-drug parallel infusion.
[0044] like Figure 6 As shown, the platform can be configured with one or more drug storage modules, one or more drug delivery paths, and corresponding modular interface structures to achieve adaptation to different cavities, as well as single drug infusion, sequential multi-drug infusion, or parallel multi-drug infusion.
[0045] In some embodiments, the micropump drive unit includes a multi-channel drive structure and / or a flow path switching structure for selectively driving one or more of the plurality of drug storage modules. The control unit can call the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component to realize sequential infusion of multiple drugs or parallel infusion of multiple drugs.
[0046] Specifically, the drug delivery path and / or the cavity adapter release component may further include auxiliary structures for improving the safety of cavity infusion, the auxiliary structures being used to reduce the risk of drug backflow, abnormal pressure, or cavity irritation.
[0047] Furthermore, the safety auxiliary structure includes an anti-backflow structure, a flow-limiting structure, a pressure relief channel, a pressure buffer chamber, or a foreign object blocking structure.
[0048] like Figure 5As shown, the safety auxiliary structure of the drug delivery path may include at least one of the following: anti-backflow check valve, flow limiting structure, pressure relief channel, pressure buffer chamber and / or foreign object blocking structure. The safety auxiliary structure may be located near the insertion end, near the drug storage module end or at any position between the two.
[0049] Specifically, the insertion end of the cavity adapter release component has a flexible section, a rounded transition section, or a deformable section that conforms to the cavity.
[0050] Specifically, the cavity adapter release component and / or the liquid delivery path are provided with replaceable interface connectors to adapt to different cavity sizes or curvatures.
[0051] Specifically, the platform also includes a sensor connection structure for connecting pressure, flow, temperature, resistance, or position sensors.
[0052] Specifically, the cavity adapter release component may include a diffusion structure for promoting uniform distribution of the drug solution within the cavity, the diffusion structure being used to improve the uniformity of the drug solution distribution within the cavity.
[0053] A method for assembling and controlling a modular infusion platform for cavity drug delivery, comprising: A modular infusion platform is provided, the platform including a micropump drive unit, at least one replaceable drug storage module, and at least one cavity adapter release component; Select the appropriate cavity adapter release component according to the target cavity type and / or target drug delivery requirements, and assemble the micro pump drive unit, the drug storage module and the cavity adapter release component through a modular interface structure to establish a sealed detachable connection and form a drug delivery flow path; Infusion parameters are sent to the micro-pump drive unit through an external control device, and / or the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve is loaded based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component. The micropump drive unit is controlled to operate according to the infusion parameters, the infusion parameter set, and / or the preset dosing curve, so as to drive the drug solution to be output through the cavity adapter release component to the preset release position or release section in the target cavity.
[0054] This invention provides a modular cavity drug delivery platform. Through the combination of a reusable micro-pump drive unit, a replaceable drug storage module, a cavity-adaptive release component, and a modular interface structure, it achieves the following: compatibility with different cavity shapes; compatibility with various drug containers or drug tanks; scalability to multi-drug, multi-pathway, and multi-consumable structures; execution of infusion parameter sets or preset dosing curves corresponding to the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity-adaptive release component via an external control device; and support for the separate design of low-cost disposable consumables and reusable pump bodies.
[0055] This platform provides a unified basic architecture for various cavity drug delivery devices and provides platform support for extended functions related to infusion parameter setting, preset dosing curve control and sensor access.
[0056] In some embodiments, the cavity-adaptive release component of the present invention may further include a diffusion structure for promoting uniform distribution of the drug solution within the cavity. This diffusion structure can take various forms, such as porous layers, adsorption layers, microstructure arrays, hydrophilic coating layers, capillary structures, or other devices capable of improving the uniformity of drug solution distribution, enabling more uniform diffusion of the drug solution within the cavity. It should be noted that this diffusion structure is only an optional additional function and does not constitute a necessary component of the platform structure of the present invention.
[0057] Example 1: Push rod pump + soft bag drug reservoir + rectal adapter release component; This embodiment provides a basic configuration suitable for rectal administration (such as retention enemas, suppository liquefaction infusion, etc.).
[0058] Miniature pump drive unit: A precision push rod pump driven by a motor. This unit includes a stepper motor, a lead screw transmission mechanism, and a push rod. Its internal control circuitry allows it to receive commands via built-in buttons or an external communication interface (such as Bluetooth) to precisely control the push rod's travel speed and stroke, thereby achieving precise control over the drug infusion rate and total volume.
[0059] Medication storage module: A disposable, flexible, sterile medication bag (soft bag shape). The bag outlet has a pre-fabricated Luer connector male. The bag is pre-filled with medication and sealed in an aluminum foil bag; it is unsealed and installed before use. The bag is placed in a rigid bracket connected to the drive unit. The push rod of the pusher pump acts on the piston plate of the bag or directly squeezes the bag body to push out the medication.
[0060] Cavity adapter release component: A disposable rectal catheter. Its insertion end is made of round-tipped silicone with a flexible section to reduce discomfort during insertion. The catheter body is a medical-grade soft tube, with a Luer connector female at its proximal end (external end) for quick connection to the medication bag outlet. The catheter body is marked with depth graduations. An anti-backflow check valve is integrated near the insertion end within the medication delivery path to prevent intestinal fluid or medication from flowing back and contaminating the tubing.
[0061] Modular Interface and Workflow: Insert the rectal catheter into the patient's rectum to the appropriate depth. Remove the pre-filled medication bag from the packaging and insert it into the drive unit's bracket. Rotate the Luer connector of the medication bag to the Luer connector of the catheter. Set the infusion parameters (e.g., slow infusion mode) on the drive unit. After startup, the pusher pump advances at a constant speed, gently infusing the medication through the catheter into the deep rectum. After completion, disconnect the interface, discard the used medication bag and catheter, and disinfect the drive unit or replace the protective cover for future use.
[0062] Example 2: Motor-driven squeeze pump + bottle-shaped medicine container + vaginal tampon-shaped adapter release component; This embodiment provides a formulation suitable for vaginal administration (such as antibacterial gel, estrogen cream, etc.), emphasizing the uniform distribution of the drug solution within the cavity.
[0063] Miniature pump drive unit: Employs a miniature motor-driven squeeze pump. It features a motor-driven, periodically pressable pressure head. This compact unit can be designed as a handheld device, incorporating a built-in rechargeable battery and a simple control chip, providing continuous or pulsed infusion modes.
[0064] Medication storage module: This is a small cylindrical vial (bottle-shaped) with a specially designed screw-lock connector at the opening. The vial is made of a translucent material for easy observation of the remaining amount. It may contain a gel-like medication.
[0065] Cavity-adaptive release device: This is an expandable tampon / umbrella-shaped applicator. Its outer surface is a flexible applicator that can be inserted into the vagina, while its interior contains a highly absorbent, biocompatible diffusion structure. The end of the applicator connects to the medication storage module via a thin tube. Once in place, mechanical or fluid action causes the internal diffusion structure to expand appropriately within the vagina, increasing the contact area.
[0066] Modular Interface and Workflow: Insert the applicator into the predetermined position in the vagina and unfold its diffusion structure. Screw the pre-filled vial into the corresponding interface on the drive unit and lock it in place. Start the device; the pump will pump the gel from the vial through a thin tube into the diffusion structure inside the applicator. Under the pumping pressure and the capillary / porous action of the diffusion structure, the medication is evenly released and distributed onto the vaginal mucosa. After infusion, remove the drive unit and vial. The applicator can be left in place for a period of time before being removed and discarded, or it can be designed as a biodegradable consumable.
[0067] Example 3: Miniature peristaltic pump + corrugated bottle assembly + replaceable adapters; This embodiment demonstrates the platform's precise infusion and multi-drug synergistic capabilities, making it suitable for scenarios requiring continuous or complex dosing regimens (such as colonic infusion and multi-drug irrigation).
[0068] Miniature pump drive unit: Utilizing a multi-channel miniature peristaltic pump as the core drive, the pump head features multiple independent pump tube slots. A precision motor drives multiple rollers to sequentially compress the pump tube, achieving contamination-free transport. The drive unit is equipped with a color touchscreen, a multi-functional sensor interface (compatible with flow and pressure sensors), and advanced control algorithms, supporting closed-loop control based on flow feedback.
[0069] Medication storage module: Consists of multiple compressible corrugated bottles (corrugated bottle shape). Each corrugated bottle is connected to a dedicated peristaltic pump tube. The corrugated bottle design allows the bottle to expand and contract freely during pump suction and discharge, ensuring stable medication delivery and easy monitoring of remaining levels. RFID tags can be attached to the bottles for recording medication information.
[0070] Cavity adapter release components and replaceable interface connectors: Standard tubular cavity adapter release components (such as colonoscopy assist catheters) are used. To accommodate different patient cavity diameters, replaceable interface connectors are provided at the end of the drug delivery path, such as a series of conical transition tips or rectal catheter tips with side holes of different outer diameters and hardness, which can be quickly replaced via magnetic interfaces.
[0071] Modular Interface and Workflow: Multiple corrugated bottles (e.g., drug A, drug B, and flushing solution) are installed into the drive unit bracket, and their pump tubing is inserted into the corresponding channel of the peristaltic pump. Select and connect the appropriate cavity adapter and connector to match the target cavity (e.g., colon). Program the infusion sequence on the control panel (e.g., first infuse 100ml of drug A at a low speed, pause for 5 minutes, then infuse 50ml each of drug B and flushing solution at a medium speed in parallel). The system operates according to the program and can monitor flow rate and tubing pressure in real time, triggering an alarm and shutdown in case of abnormalities. This achieves multi-drug, programmable, and precise cavity infusion.
[0072] Example 4: A universal cavity adapter release component system based on a deformable flexible front end; This embodiment focuses on illustrating the modular adaptation characteristics of the cavity adaptation and release component itself, so as to adapt to multiple cavities with a single component platform.
[0073] Core structure: A universal cavity adapter release component with a flexible tube as its main body is designed. Its most distinctive feature is that the insertion end is not fixed in shape, but is connected to a "deformable flexible front end" module.
[0074] Deformable Flexible Front End: This front end module is made of a shape memory alloy skeleton covered with medical-grade silicone, or it can be an inflatable flexible structure. Multiple pre-molded styles are available. Rectal / colonic version: Slender cone shape with a lubricating coating on the surface.
[0075] Vaginal / cervical type: Umbrella-shaped or saucer-shaped, which can fit the fornix when unfolded.
[0076] Nasal plug type: The curved shape of the nasal plug conforms to the anatomy of the nasal cavity.
[0077] Urethral type: an extremely thin straight tube with a smooth tip.
[0078] Modular interface structure: The main body of the cavity adapter release component is coupled to the deformable flexible front end through a micro soft connection quick interface. This interface ensures the sealing of the drug delivery flow path and the connection is smooth and stepless.
[0079] Workflow: Based on clinical needs (e.g., nasal administration), select the "nasal" flexible tip from the component package and connect it to the main body of the universal infusion tube with a click. Insert the assembled cavity adapter release component into the nasal cavity. The other end connects to the drive unit with the pre-assembled drug storage module via a standard Luer interface. Output is completed using preset infusion parameters. After use, discard the entire cavity adapter release component (including the tip), or discard only the tip (if the main body is designed for re-sterilization). This method greatly simplifies inventory; by simply replacing the tip module, the platform can be quickly adapted to various cavities such as the rectum, vagina, nasal cavity, and urethra, demonstrating the platform's modularity and compatibility.
[0080] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A modular infusion platform for cavity drug delivery, characterized in that, include: A reusable micropump drive unit, comprising a control unit and a micropump actuator, wherein the control unit includes an interface for communicating with an external control device and a microcontroller or control circuit; At least one replaceable drug storage module is detachably connected to the micro pump drive unit; At least one replaceable cavity-adaptive release component, the cavity-adaptive release component including an insertion end adapted to the anatomical structure of a target cavity, the insertion end and / or its adjacent portion being provided with a release structure for releasing a drug solution into the target cavity; A modular interface structure is used to establish a sealed, detachable connection between the micropump drive unit, the drug storage module, and the cavity adapter release component; The drug storage module and the cavity adapter release component form a drug delivery path. The micro pump drive unit is configured to directly act on the drug storage module and / or the drug delivery path. The control unit is configured to receive infusion parameters from an external control device and / or, based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component, call the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve to drive the drug to be output through the cavity adapter release component to a preset release position or release section in the target cavity.
2. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control unit includes a communication interface and a microcontroller or control circuit; the communication interface is used to receive infusion parameters or preset dosing curve instructions issued by an external control device, and the microcontroller or control circuit is used to execute the corresponding control program and drive the micropump actuator.
3. The platform according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The control unit is configured to execute a preset dosing curve corresponding to the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adaptation release component, the preset dosing curve defining the law of drug infusion rate change over time.
4. The platform according to claim 1 or 3, characterized in that, The external control device is a mobile terminal, and the infusion parameters include at least one of the following: infusion rate, total infusion volume, administration duration, start time, stop conditions, stage switching conditions, or administration curve type.
5. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insertion end of the cavity adapter release member is shaped to conform to and / or support a local area of the cavity and is configured to adapt to the anatomical structure of the cavity.
6. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cavity adapter release component is a disposable consumable that is replaced after one infusion.
7. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cavity adapter release component is configured to deliver the drug solution to a preset release position or release section of the target cavity.
8. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The modular interface structure is configured to form a detachable interface with a sealed connection.
9. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drug storage modules are independent of each other to enable single-drug, sequential or parallel infusion of multiple drugs.
10. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drug delivery path and / or the cavity adapter release component may further include a safety auxiliary structure for improving the safety of cavity infusion, the safety auxiliary structure being used to reduce the risk of drug backflow, abnormal pressure, or cavity irritation.
11. The platform according to claim 10, characterized in that, The safety auxiliary structure includes at least one of the following: anti-backflow structure, flow limiting structure, pressure relief channel, pressure buffer chamber, or foreign object blocking structure.
12. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insertion end of the cavity adapter release component has a flexible section, a rounded transition section, or a deformable section that conforms to the cavity.
13. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cavity adapter release component and / or the liquid delivery path are provided with replaceable interface connectors to adapt to different cavity sizes or curvatures.
14. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The micropump drive unit or the platform includes a sensor connection structure, which is adapted to connect at least one of a pressure sensor, a flow sensor, a temperature sensor, a resistance sensor, or a position sensor.
15. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cavity adapter release component also includes a diffusion structure for promoting uniform distribution of the drug solution within the cavity.
16. The platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The platform is applicable to at least one of the following: rectum, colon, vagina, cervix, nasal cavity, urethra, or cavity with postoperative anastomosis.
17. A method for assembling and controlling a modular infusion platform for cavity drug delivery, based on the platform as described in any one of claims 1-16, characterized in that, include: A modular infusion platform is provided, the platform including a micropump drive unit, at least one replaceable drug storage module, and at least one cavity adapter release component; Select the appropriate cavity adapter release component according to the target cavity type and / or target drug delivery requirements, and assemble the micro pump drive unit, the drug storage module and the cavity adapter release component through a modular interface structure to establish a sealed detachable connection and form a drug delivery flow path; Infusion parameters are sent to the micro-pump drive unit through an external control device, and / or the corresponding infusion parameter set or preset dosing curve is loaded based on the selected drug storage module and / or the selected cavity adapter release component. The micropump drive unit is controlled to operate according to the infusion parameters, the infusion parameter set, and / or the preset dosing curve, so as to drive the drug solution to be output through the cavity adapter release component to the preset release position or release section in the target cavity.