Intelligent bionic artificial anus system

Abstract

This invention discloses an intelligent bionic artificial anus system, comprising: a sphincter module, a pressure sensor, and a controller. The pressure sensor and controller are disposed within the sphincter module. The sphincter module is located on the outer side of the human intestine and constricts the intestine. The pressure sensor detects a first pressure emanating from inside the intestine and sends the first pressure value to the controller. The controller issues an opening command when the first pressure value meets a first condition. The sphincter module reduces the external pressure applied to the intestine based on the opening command, causing the intestine to open. The controller issues a closing command when the first pressure value meets a second condition. The sphincter module closes the intestine based on the closing command. This allows patients who have had their anus removed to regain anal function, enabling them to defecate, work, live, and exercise normally without the need for a stoma, thus improving their quality of life.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of medical devices, and more particularly to an intelligent bionic artificial anus system. Background Technology

[0002] Among low rectal diseases, low rectal cancer is the most concerning and dangerous. In my country, the incidence of colorectal cancer is on the rise, and about 70% of rectal cancers occur in the middle and lower rectum, i.e., mid-to-low rectal cancer.

[0003] This means that low rectal cancer is a fairly common clinical problem. Treatment for this disease often requires the removal of the anus and part of the rectum to achieve radical tumor eradication. This surgery results in the loss of the natural anal structure, severely impacting bowel function: feces cannot be expelled through the original route and instead require manual intervention. To resolve the bowel problem, patients usually need to undergo a stoma procedure (such as a colostomy), which involves creating an artificial opening (stomach) in the abdominal wall to bring out the end of the colon and connect a stoma bag to collect waste.

[0004] However, ostomy surgery brings significant inconvenience and pain: patients need to wear an ostomy bag for a long time, which is prone to leakage, skin irritation or infection; daily life activities (such as eating and exercising) are limited, and psychologically, they are often accompanied by shame, anxiety or depression, which affects the patient's normal work and life. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, this disclosure proposes a solution for an intelligent bionic artificial anus.

[0006] According to one aspect of this disclosure, a method for an intelligent bionic artificial anus is provided. The method includes: a sphincter module, a pressure sensor, and a controller, wherein the pressure sensor and controller are disposed within the sphincter module; the sphincter module is disposed on the outer side of the human intestine and constricts the intestine; the pressure sensor is used to detect a first pressure emanating from inside the intestine and send the first pressure value to the controller; the controller is used to issue an opening command when the first pressure value meets a first condition; the sphincter module is used to reduce the external pressure applied to the intestine based on the opening command, thereby opening the intestine; the controller is used to issue a closing command when the first pressure value meets a second condition; the sphincter module is used to close the intestine based on the closing command.

[0007] In one possible implementation, the system further includes an external device disposed outside the body, and the sphincter module further includes a posture sensor; the controller is configured to send a prompt message when the first pressure value meets a first condition; the external device is configured to receive and display the prompt message; the external device is configured to send a confirmation message in response to receiving a confirmation message; the controller is configured to control the posture sensor to detect the buttock posture when the confirmation message indicates consent to open the intestine; the controller is configured to send the opening command when the buttock posture meets the posture condition.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the controller is further configured to: alternately execute the following operations when the hip pose does not meet the pose conditions: issue a pose adjustment prompt and detect the hip pose; until the hip pose meets the pose conditions, and then stop the alternating operations.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the external device is further configured to: send the forced opening information or the forced closing information in response to receiving forced opening information or forced closing information; the controller is further configured to: issue the opening command in response to receiving the forced opening information; and issue the closing command in response to receiving the forced closing information.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes a first battery; a controller for controlling the first battery to release or cut off current to generate an electrical effect; and the sphincter module for changing shape based on the electrical effect to adjust external pressure on the intestine.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module is made of shape memory material; the first battery is configured to: release current upon receiving the opening command; and stop releasing current upon receiving the closing command; the sphincter module is in a contracted state when not receiving the current, thereby closing the intestine; the sphincter module is further configured to: expand itself to reduce external pressure on the intestine based on the heat generated by the current when receiving the current, thereby opening the intestine; and contract itself to increase external pressure on the intestine when the current decreases or disappears, thereby closing the intestine.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes: at least two conductive films and at least two insulating elastomers, the insulating elastomers being disposed on the outer side of the intestine, the conductive films being disposed on the outer side of the insulating elastomers, and each conductive film being connected to a single insulating elastomer; a first battery, further configured to: generate an electrostatic field when no opening command is received; stop generating the electrostatic field when the opening command is received; and resume generating the electrostatic field when the closing command is received; wherein, under the electrostatic field, the at least two conductive films adhere together, compressing the intestine to close; and when the electrostatic field weakens or disappears, the at least two conductive films separate, relieving the compression on the intestine and allowing the intestine to open.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes: a second battery, an annular flexible pouch, a spherical flexible pouch, and a micropump; the second battery is used to provide power to the micropump; the controller is used to control the micropump to discharge the medium inside the annular flexible pouch into the spherical flexible pouch based on the opening command, thereby relieving pressure on the intestine and opening the intestine; the controller is used to control the micropump to discharge the medium inside the spherical flexible pouch into the annular flexible pouch based on the closing command, thereby compressing the intestine to close.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module further includes a temperature sensor communicatively connected to the controller; the sphincter module also includes a capacitor; the temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the sphincter module; the controller is used to control the battery to stop releasing current and control the capacitor to absorb residual current when the temperature is higher than a temperature threshold.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes: a first communication module; the system further includes an adjustment module and an external memory; the first communication module is communicatively connected to an external device disposed outside the body; the first communication module is also used to send the operating data of the sphincter module; the external memory is used to receive and store the operating data; the adjustment module is used to dynamically adjust the first condition and the second condition based on the operating data.

[0016] According to another aspect of this disclosure, a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium is provided, on which a computer program is stored, which, when executed by a processor, implements the functions of the above-described system.

[0017] According to another aspect of this disclosure, a computer program product is provided, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, performs the functions of the system described above.

[0018] This disclosure provides an intelligent artificial anus system that can be implanted within the body and automatically senses the initial pressure from inside the intestines. By determining whether the initial pressure meets a first condition, it automatically identifies the patient's true urge to defecate, ignoring the initial pressure caused by normal intestinal peristalsis or intestinal peristalsis not related to defecation, thus achieving synchronization with the patient's true urge to defecate. Furthermore, it can automatically control the opening and closing of the intestines, restoring normal anal function. This allows patients who have had their anus removed to regain anal function; they can defecate normally, work normally, live normally, and exercise without undergoing stoma surgery, improving their quality of life.

[0019] Other features and aspects of this disclosure will become clear from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which are included in and form part of this specification, illustrate exemplary embodiments, features, and aspects of this disclosure together with the specification and serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0021] Figure 1 This disclosure provides an intelligent bionic artificial anus system.

[0022] Figure 2 This disclosure provides another intelligent bionic artificial anus system.

[0023] Figure 3 This is yet another intelligent bionic artificial anus system disclosed herein. Detailed Implementation

[0024] Various exemplary embodiments, features, and aspects of this disclosure will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote elements that have the same or similar functions. Although various aspects of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, they are not necessarily drawn to scale unless specifically indicated otherwise.

[0025] As used herein, the terms “comprising,” “including,” “having,” or variations thereof are open-ended and include one or more of the stated features, integrals, elements, steps, components, or functions, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, elements, steps, components, functions, or groups thereof.

[0026] When an element is referred to as “connected,” “coupled,” “responding,” or a variation thereof relative to another element, it may be directly connected, coupled, or responding to another element, or there may be an intermediate element present.

[0027] Although the terms first, second, third, etc., may be used herein to describe various elements / operations, these elements / operations should not be limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element / operation from another. Therefore, without departing from the teachings of the inventive concept, a first element / operation in some embodiments may be referred to as a second element / operation in other embodiments.

[0028] The term “exemplary” as used herein means “serving as an example, embodiment, or illustration.” Any embodiment illustrated herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as superior to or better than other embodiments.

[0029] Furthermore, to better illustrate this disclosure, numerous specific details are set forth in the following detailed description. Those skilled in the art will understand that this disclosure can be practiced without certain specific details. In some instances, methods, means, components, and circuits well known to those skilled in the art have not been described in detail in order to highlight the main points of this disclosure.

[0030] It should be noted that the information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.), data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, data stored, data displayed, etc.) and signals involved in this application are all authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties, and the collection, use and processing of related data must comply with the relevant laws, regulations and standards of the relevant regions.

[0031] Figure 1 This disclosure provides an intelligent bionic artificial anus system. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the system includes: a sphincter module 101, a controller 102, and a pressure sensor 103. The pressure sensor 103 and the controller 102 can be housed within the sphincter module 101.

[0032] The sphincter module 101 can constrict the intestine. For example, the sphincter module 101 can be annular and include a hollow portion through which the intestine can pass. The sphincter module 101 can constrict the (user's) intestine. The sphincter module 101 can drive the hollow portion to apply external pressure to the intestine from the outside. The sphincter module 101 can adjust the external pressure to tighten or loosen the hollow portion, thereby helping the intestine to close or open. The above is only an example, and the shape of the sphincter module is not limited in this embodiment. The specific implementation of the sphincter module 101 will be described below.

[0033] The first pressure can be generated by the compression of the intestine by objects inside the intestine. The first pressure value can be a numerical value. The pressure sensor 103 can detect the first pressure at a preset first frequency and can send the detected first pressure value and the corresponding detection time to the controller 102.

[0034] The controller 102 can be made of nanomaterials, such as carbon nanotubes or graphene-containing polymers. The controller 102 can issue an opening command when a first pressure value meets a first condition. Meeting the first condition indicates that sufficient feces have accumulated in the intestines and need to be expelled. For example, if the first pressure value continuously increases within a preset first duration, it indicates that the first pressure value meets the first condition. For example, if the first pressure value continuously exceeds a pressure threshold for a duration exceeding a preset second duration, it indicates that the first pressure value meets the first condition. These are merely examples, and the specific form in which the first pressure value meets the first condition is not limited in this disclosure.

[0035] The opening command can be an instruction to the sphincter module 101 to open the intestine. In response to receiving the opening command, the sphincter module 101 can reduce the external pressure applied to the intestine, allowing the intestine to open to a degree that allows for normal defecation.

[0036] The controller 102 can issue an opening command when the first pressure value meets the second condition. The first pressure value meeting the second condition indicates that there is no feces to be expelled from the intestines. For example, if the decrease in the first pressure value is greater than a preset threshold, it indicates that the first pressure value meets the second condition. For example, if the first pressure value continues to decrease and the duration of this decrease exceeds a preset third duration, it indicates that the first pressure value meets the second condition. These are merely examples, and the specific form in which the first pressure value meets the second condition is not limited in this embodiment.

[0037] The closing command can be an instruction to the sphincter module 101 to tighten the intestine. In response to receiving the closing command, the sphincter module 101 can increase the external pressure applied to the intestine, causing the intestine to close and preventing objects inside the intestine from leaving the intestine.

[0038] This disclosure provides an intelligent artificial anus system that can be implanted within the body and automatically senses the initial pressure from inside the intestines. By determining whether the initial pressure meets a first condition, it automatically identifies the patient's true urge to defecate, ignoring the initial pressure caused by normal intestinal peristalsis or intestinal peristalsis not related to defecation, thus achieving synchronization with the patient's true urge to defecate. Furthermore, it can automatically control the opening and closing of the intestines, restoring normal anal function. This allows patients who have had their anus removed to regain anal function; they can defecate normally, work normally, live normally, and exercise without undergoing stoma surgery, improving their quality of life.

[0039] In one possible implementation, Figure 2 This disclosure provides another intelligent bionic artificial anus system. The system further includes an external device 105 disposed outside the body; the sphincter module 101 further includes a posture sensor 104; the controller 102 is configured to send a prompt message when the first pressure value meets a first condition; the external device 105 is configured to receive and display the prompt message; the external device 105 is configured to send a confirmation message in response to receiving a confirmation message; the controller 102 is configured to control the posture sensor 104 to detect the buttock posture when the confirmation message indicates agreement to open the intestine; the controller 102 is configured to send the opening command when the buttock posture meets the posture condition.

[0040] The controller 102 can send a prompt message when the first pressure value meets the first condition. The prompt message can be used to inform the user that the system of this disclosure has detected a need to defecate.

[0041] External device 105 can receive prompts. External device 105 may include a display unit and / or a voice broadcast unit. External device 105 can display the prompts to the user. The user can confirm by providing a confirmation message to external device 105. The confirmation message may indicate consent to intestinal intubation or indicate that intestinal intubation should not be performed temporarily. External device 105 can send a confirmation message. When the confirmation message indicates consent to intestinal intubation, controller 102 controls pose sensor 104 to detect the buttock pose. For example, pose sensor 104 may be a gyroscope or an inertial measurement unit.

[0042] Pose conditions can characterize whether the hips are in a squatting or sitting position. A hip pose that meets the pose conditions indicates that the user is in a squatting or sitting position. A pose sensor can detect and transmit the hip pose. A controller can receive the hip pose. When the hip pose meets the pose conditions, the controller can send an activation command.

[0043] The intelligent bionic artificial anus system in this embodiment provides users with a secondary confirmation opportunity, prompting them to confirm whether their environment is suitable for defecation. Furthermore, upon receiving the confirmation message, it performs posture detection to determine if the user's posture is suitable for defecation. This adds two layers of protection, reducing the probability of accidental intestinal opening, minimizing potential embarrassment for the user, improving the system's accuracy and reliability, and ultimately increasing user satisfaction.

[0044] In one possible implementation, the controller is further configured to: alternately execute the following operations when the hip pose does not meet the pose conditions: issue a pose adjustment prompt and detect the hip pose; until the hip pose meets the pose conditions, and then stop the alternating operations.

[0045] A hip posture that does not meet the posture requirements indicates that the user is not in a squatting or sitting position. In the event that the hip posture does not meet the posture requirements, the controller 102 can issue an adjustment prompt. The external device 105 can receive and display this adjustment prompt to the user. The controller 102 can re-detect the hip posture after a first time period following the issuance of the adjustment prompt to determine whether the hip posture meets the posture requirements. Therefore, before the hip posture meets the posture requirements, the controller will alternately execute the steps of issuing a posture adjustment prompt and detecting the hip posture until the hip posture meets the posture requirements, at which point the controller stops executing these two steps.

[0046] In this embodiment, when the buttocks posture does not meet the posture requirements, the controller continuously prompts the user to adjust their posture and detects the buttocks posture. This improves the reliability of the timing of bowel opening. Furthermore, repeated reminders allow the user to adjust their posture promptly, expelling feces as quickly as possible and reducing the harm to the body caused by fecal accumulation.

[0047] In one possible implementation, the external device is further configured to: send the forced opening information or the forced closing information in response to receiving forced opening information or forced closing information; the controller is further configured to: issue the opening command in response to receiving the forced opening information; and issue the closing command in response to receiving the forced closing information.

[0048] In emergency situations, or when certain components (e.g., pose sensors) malfunction, users can provide forced opening or forced closing information via external devices. For example, the external device may include physical buttons or touchscreen buttons, allowing users to input forced opening or forced closing information. Users can also input forced opening or forced closing information via voice.

[0049] External devices can send forced open or forced close information. The controller can receive the forced open information and then send a forced close information. Furthermore, the controller can send an open command based on the forced open information and issue a close command based on the forced close information.

[0050] The intelligent bionic artificial anus system in this embodiment provides forced opening and forced closing functions. It can realize the on-demand opening and closing of the intestine in scenarios where some parts of the system malfunction or the user needs to defecate urgently or end defecation urgently, thereby improving the intelligence of the system and enhancing the user experience.

[0051] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes a first battery; a controller for controlling the first battery to release or cut off current to generate an electrical effect; and the sphincter module for changing shape based on the electrical effect to adjust external pressure on the intestine.

[0052] The first battery can be a micro-battery, housed within the sphincter module. For example, the first battery could be a solid-state lithium battery. The controller can control the first battery to release or cut off current. The electrical effect can be the conversion of electrical energy into other forms of energy due to the release or cutoff of current. For example, electrical energy can be converted into magnetic energy, or into thermal energy, or into mechanical energy. The electrical effect can cause the sphincter module to change shape. By changing its shape, the external pressure exerted by the sphincter module on the intestine is adjusted, causing the intestine to open or close.

[0053] The controller can determine the current released by the first battery to control the intensity of the electrical effect. This method makes the deformation of the sphincter module easier to control, improving the accuracy of intestinal opening and closing control.

[0054] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module is made of shape memory material; the first battery is configured to: release current upon receiving the opening command; and stop releasing current upon receiving the closing command; the sphincter module is in a contracted state when not receiving the current, thereby closing the intestine; the sphincter module is further configured to: expand itself to reduce external pressure on the intestine based on the heat generated by the current when receiving the current, thereby opening the intestine; and contract itself to increase external pressure on the intestine when the current decreases or disappears, thereby closing the intestine.

[0055] This disclosure provides an example of a smart bionic artificial anus system constructed based on shape memory alloys. The shape memory material may include shape memory alloys or shape memory polymers. For example, the shape memory alloy may be nitinol. The shape memory polymer may be a material customized according to the user's physical condition. Shape memory materials not only exhibit shape memory capabilities but also possess excellent biocompatibility. The sphincter module may be ring-shaped.

[0056] The first battery normally does not discharge current. The first battery discharges current upon receiving an open command. The first battery stops discharging current upon receiving a close command.

[0057] Normally, when the sphincter module does not receive current, it is in a retracted state, causing the intestine to close. In this embodiment, the thermal effect can be the conversion of electrical energy into heat energy. When the sphincter module receives current, the heat generated by the current causes the sphincter module to expand and deform, enlarging the annular hollow portion and providing more space for the intestine to open. When the current decreases or disappears, the heat decreases, causing the sphincter to contract to increase external pressure on the intestine, thus promoting intestinal closure.

[0058] The sphincter module in this embodiment has no complex mechanical parts, a simple structure, and operates quietly, reducing inconvenience and embarrassment caused by noise and improving the user experience. Furthermore, the first battery only releases current upon receiving an activation command, and does not normally consume the stored energy, thus saving energy.

[0059] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes: at least two conductive films and at least two insulating elastomers, the insulating elastomers being disposed on the outer side of the intestine, the conductive films being disposed on the outer side of the insulating elastomers, and each conductive film being connected to a single insulating elastomer; a first battery, further configured to: generate an electrostatic field when no opening command is received; stop generating the electrostatic field when the opening command is received; and resume generating the electrostatic field when the closing command is received; wherein, under the electrostatic field, the at least two conductive films adhere together, compressing the intestine to close; and when the electrostatic field weakens or disappears, the at least two conductive films separate, relieving the compression on the intestine and allowing the intestine to open.

[0060] This disclosure provides an example of an intelligent bionic artificial anus system based on an elastic membrane.

[0061] Conductive films can be made of flexible and electroactive materials. For example, electroactive polymers (EAPs) can be used to fabricate conductive films. The conductive film can be bonded to an insulating elastomer. The insulating elastomer contacts the outer surface of the intestine, preventing the intestine from directly contacting the conductive film. The area of ​​the conductive film is larger than the area of ​​the elastic insulator.

[0062] In this embodiment, the thermal effect can be the conversion of electrical energy into magnetic energy. Normally, the first battery continuously releases current. This current can generate an electrostatic field between at least two conductive films, causing the films to adhere together and compress the intestine to close.

[0063] Upon receiving an opening command, the first battery stops releasing current, weakening or eliminating the electrostatic field between the conductive films. This causes the closed conductive films to separate, relieving pressure on the intestines and allowing them to open. Upon receiving a closing command, the first battery resumes releasing current, restoring the electrostatic field between the conductive films. This causes the films to re-adhere, restoring pressure on the intestines and forcing them to close.

[0064] The sphincter module in this embodiment requires very little current to generate an electrostatic field, thus saving energy. Furthermore, the conductive film can respond quickly to the release and interruption of current, i.e., it can respond rapidly to opening and closing commands, improving the overall system's responsiveness and more closely mimicking the reaction speed of a real anus, thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0065] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes: a second battery, an annular flexible pouch, a spherical flexible pouch, and a micropump; the second battery is used to provide power to the micropump; the controller is used to control the micropump to discharge the medium inside the annular flexible pouch into the spherical flexible pouch based on the opening command, thereby relieving pressure on the intestine and opening the intestine; the controller is used to control the micropump to discharge the medium inside the spherical flexible pouch into the annular flexible pouch based on the closing command, thereby compressing the intestine to close.

[0066] This disclosure provides an example of an intelligent bionic artificial anus system based on a flexible sac structure.

[0067] The second battery can be a micro-battery, and it is disposed within the sphincter module. For example, the second battery can be a solid-state lithium battery. The second battery can be the same battery as the first battery, or it can be a separate battery from the first battery. The second battery can provide kinetic energy for the micro-pump. In embodiments of this disclosure, the thermal effect can be the conversion of electrical energy into mechanical energy.

[0068] In this embodiment, the annular flexible bag can constrict the intestine, and the annular flexible bag can be connected to a spherical flexible bag. A micropump can be disposed between the annular flexible bag and the spherical flexible bag. In one example, a first microvalve can be disposed at the connection between the annular flexible bag and the micropump, and a second microvalve can be disposed at the connection between the spherical flexible bag and the micropump. In another example, a third microvalve can be disposed at the connection between the annular flexible bag and the micropump, or a third microvalve can be disposed at the connection between the spherical flexible bag and the micropump. The microvalve in this embodiment may include a first microvalve, a second microvalve, or a third microvalve. The model of the microvalve needs to be compatible with the connected device to ensure a tight connection.

[0069] Both annular and spherical flexible bladders can store media. The media can be liquid and / or gaseous. Opening commands can include valve opening commands sent to the micro-valve and discharge commands sent to the micro-pump. Closing commands can include valve opening commands sent to the micro-valve and charge commands sent to the micro-pump.

[0070] When the controller issues an opening command, the micro valve receives the opening command and performs the opening operation; the micro pump receives the discharge command and discharges the medium in the annular flexible bag into the spherical flexible bag to relieve the pressure of the annular flexible bag on the intestine, thereby opening the intestine.

[0071] Furthermore, after a second time period following the issuance of the opening command, the controller can close the microvalve and stop the micropump. Alternatively, the sphincter module may include a metering unit. The metering unit can monitor the volume of the medium discharged from the annular flexible bag into the spherical flexible bag. When the volume reaches a preset volume threshold, the controller closes the microvalve and stops the micropump. The above are merely examples, and the embodiments of this disclosure do not limit the conditions for closing the microvalve and stopping the micropump after issuing the opening command.

[0072] When the controller issues a closing command, the micro-valve receives the opening command and performs the opening operation; the micro-pump receives the filling command and discharges the medium in the spherical flexible bag into the annular flexible bag to compress the intestine to close.

[0073] Furthermore, the controller can close the microvalve and stop the micropump after a third time period following the issuance of the closure command. Alternatively, the sphincter module may include a metering unit. The metering unit can monitor the volume of the medium discharged from the spherical flexible bag into the annular flexible bag. When the volume reaches a preset volume threshold, the controller closes the microvalve and stops the micropump. The above are merely examples, and the embodiments disclosed herein do not limit the conditions for closing the microvalve and stopping the micropump after issuing the closure command.

[0074] In this embodiment, the external pressure applied to the intestine is adjusted based on the amount of medium in the annular flexible pouch, causing the intestine to open and close. This sphincter module adjusts external pressure rapidly and applies high pressure, enhancing its ability to close the intestine and reducing the risk of intestinal leakage.

[0075] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module further includes a temperature sensor communicatively connected to the controller; the sphincter module also includes a capacitor; the temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the sphincter module; the controller is used to control the battery to stop releasing current and control the capacitor to absorb residual current when the temperature is higher than a temperature threshold.

[0076] The temperature sensor can detect the temperature of the sphincter module at a preset second frequency. The temperature sensor can transmit the detected temperature and the corresponding detection time. The controller receives the detected temperature and detection time. The controller can compare the temperature with a preset temperature threshold. The temperature threshold can be the upper limit of the temperature that the human body can withstand, for example, a temperature threshold of 42 degrees Celsius. If the temperature exceeds the temperature threshold, the controller can control the batteries (first battery and / or second battery) to stop discharging current; moreover, the controller can control the capacitor to absorb residual current, thereby causing the temperature to drop.

[0077] In this embodiment, a temperature sensor is used in conjunction with a capacitor. When the temperature of the sphincter module exceeds a temperature threshold, the current can be immediately cut off, and the capacitor can absorb the current and begin cooling, improving the safety of the system, user comfort, and reducing the risk of intestinal burns.

[0078] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module includes: a first communication module; the system further includes an adjustment module and an external memory; the first communication module is communicatively connected to an external device disposed outside the body; the first communication module is also used to send the sphincter module's operating data; the external memory is used to receive and store the operating data; the adjustment module is used to dynamically adjust the first condition and the second condition based on the operating data.

[0079] The external storage device is located outside the human body. The external storage device may include a second communication module. The first and second communication modules enable the sphincter module to communicate with the external storage device. Operational data includes various data generated by the sphincter module. For example, operational data may include one or more of the following: data generated to induce bowel opening and closing, temperature measurement data, prompts, confirmation messages, etc., as well as the time of data acquisition or generation. Among these, data generated to induce bowel opening and closing may include opening commands, closing commands, first pressure values, hip posture, etc. The external storage device can receive and store operational data, which can be used to analyze the user's adaptation to the system or determine the patient's health status.

[0080] The adjustment module can be installed outside the human body. Based on operational data, the adjustment module can adjust the first and second conditions to personalize settings for the user, making the first and second conditions more aligned with the user's physical condition and improving the user experience.

[0081] In one possible implementation, the sphincter module is coated with an antibacterial coating, which can improve the safety of the sphincter module and reduce the probability of infection in the body.

[0082] In one possible implementation, the system further includes a wearable charging unit. Charging can be completed without affecting user use or rest, allowing the system to continuously provide services to the user and making charging unrestricted by the scenario.

[0083] Figure 3 This disclosure provides another intelligent bionic artificial anus system. The system includes: a sphincter module 101, a controller 102, a pressure sensor 103, a posture sensor 104, an external device 105, a battery unit 106, a capacitor 107, a temperature sensor 108, a first communication module 109, an external memory 110, and an adjustment module 111. The pressure sensor 103, controller 102, posture sensor 104, battery unit 106, capacitor 107, temperature sensor 108, and first communication module 109 can be disposed within the sphincter module 101; the external device 105, external memory 110, and adjustment module 111 can be disposed outside the sphincter module 101. The battery unit 106 can include a first battery and / or a second battery.

[0084] The controller 102 can send a prompt message when the first pressure value meets the first condition. The external device 105 can receive the prompt message. The external device 105 can display the prompt message to the user. The user can confirm by providing a confirmation message to the external device 105. The confirmation message can indicate agreement to open the intestines or indicate that intestinal opening is not currently permitted. The external device 105 can send the confirmation message. When the confirmation message indicates agreement to open the intestines, the controller 102 controls the posture sensor 104 to detect the buttock posture. The posture sensor can detect and send the buttock posture. The controller can receive the buttock posture. If the buttock posture meets the posture conditions, the controller can send an opening command.

[0085] Temperature sensor 108 can detect the temperature of sphincter module 101 at a preset second frequency. Temperature sensor 108 can transmit the detected temperature and the corresponding detection time. Controller 102 receives the detected temperature and detection time. Controller 102 can compare the temperature with a preset temperature threshold. If the temperature is higher than the temperature threshold, controller 102 can control battery unit 106 (first battery and / or second battery) to stop releasing current; moreover, controller 102 can control capacitor 107 to absorb residual current, so that the temperature drops.

[0086] External storage 110 may include a second communication module (not shown in the figure). The first and second communication modules enable the sphincter module to communicate with the external storage. Operating data includes various data generated by the sphincter module. External storage 105 can receive and store the operating data, which can be used to analyze the user's adaptation to the system or to determine the patient's health status.

[0087] The adjustment module 111 can adjust the first and second conditions based on the operating data to personalize the settings for the user, making the first and second conditions more in line with the user's physical condition and improving the user experience.

[0088] This disclosure also provides a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium storing a computer program thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the functions of the above-described system.

[0089] This disclosure also provides a computer program product, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the functions of the above-described system.

[0090] Computer-readable storage media can be tangible devices capable of holding and storing programs / instructions used by instruction execution devices. Computer-readable storage media can be, for example—but not limited to—electrical storage devices, magnetic storage devices, optical storage devices, electromagnetic storage devices, semiconductor storage devices, or any suitable combination of the foregoing. More specific examples (a non-exhaustive list) of computer-readable storage media include: portable computer disks, hard disks, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), static random access memory (SRAM), portable compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM), digital multifunction disc (DVD), memory sticks, floppy disks, mechanical encoding devices, such as punch cards or recessed protrusions storing instructions thereon, and any suitable combination of the foregoing. The computer-readable storage media used herein are not to be construed as transient signals themselves, such as radio waves or other freely propagating electromagnetic waves, electromagnetic waves propagating through waveguides or other transmission media (e.g., light pulses through fiber optic cables), or electrical signals transmitted through wires.

[0091] The computer program (or computer-readable program instructions) described herein can be downloaded from a computer-readable storage medium to various computing / processing devices, or downloaded via a network, such as the Internet, local area network, wide area network, and / or wireless network, to an external computer or external storage device. The network may include copper transmission cables, fiber optic transmission, wireless transmission, routers, firewalls, switches, gateway computers, and / or edge servers. A network adapter card or network interface in each computing / processing device receives the computer-readable program instructions from the network and forwards them to the computer-readable storage medium in the respective computing / processing device.

[0092] The computer program (or computer program instructions) used to perform the operations of this disclosure may be assembly instructions, instruction set architecture (ISA) instructions, machine instructions, machine-dependent instructions, microcode, firmware instructions, state setting data, or source code or object code written in any combination of one or more programming languages, including object-oriented programming languages ​​such as Smalltalk, C++, etc., and conventional procedural programming languages ​​such as the "C" language or similar programming languages. The computer-readable program instructions may execute entirely on the user's computer, partially on the user's computer, as a standalone software package, partially on the user's computer and partially on a remote computer, or entirely on a remote computer or server. In cases involving a remote computer, the remote computer may be connected to the user's computer via any type of network—including a local area network (LAN) or a wide area network (WAN)—or may be connected to an external computer (e.g., via the Internet using an Internet service provider). In some embodiments, electronic circuitry, such as programmable logic circuitry, field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), or programmable logic arrays (PLAs), is personalized by utilizing state information from the computer-readable program instructions to implement various aspects of this disclosure.

[0093] Various aspects of this disclosure are described herein with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatus (systems), and computer program products according to embodiments of this disclosure. It should be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer-readable program instructions.

[0094] These computer-readable program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine such that, when executed by the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, they create means for implementing the functions / actions specified in one or more blocks of the flowchart and / or block diagram. These computer-readable program instructions can also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that causes a computer, programmable data processing apparatus, and / or other device to operate in a particular manner; thus, the computer-readable medium storing the instructions comprises an article of manufacture that includes instructions for implementing aspects of the functions / actions specified in one or more blocks of the flowchart and / or block diagram.

[0095] Computer-readable program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby causing the instructions executed on the computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to perform the functions / actions specified in one or more boxes of a flowchart and / or block diagram.

[0096] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of an instruction containing one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. In some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the blocks may occur in a different order than those shown in the drawings. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each block in the block diagrams and / or flowcharts, and combinations of blocks in the block diagrams and / or flowcharts, may be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

[0097] The various embodiments of this disclosure have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, nor are they limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The terminology used herein is chosen to best explain the principles, practical application, or technical improvements to the embodiments in the market, or to enable others skilled in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.

Claims

1. An intelligent bionic artificial anal system, characterized in that, The system comprises: a sphincter module, a pressure sensor, a controller, the pressure sensor and the controller are arranged in the sphincter module; the sphincter module is arranged outside the human intestinal tract and clamps the intestinal tract; the pressure sensor is used to detect the first pressure emitted by the inside of the intestinal tract and send the first pressure value to the controller; the controller is used to issue an opening instruction when the first pressure value meets the first condition; the sphincter module is used to reduce the external pressure applied to the intestinal tract based on the opening instruction, so that the intestinal tract is opened; the controller is used to issue a closing instruction when the first pressure value meets the second condition; the sphincter module is used to close the intestinal tract based on the closing instruction.

2. The system of claim 1, wherein, The system further comprises an external device arranged outside the body, and the sphincter module further comprises a posture sensor; the controller is used to send prompt information when the first pressure value meets the first condition; the external device is used to receive and display the prompt information; the external device is used to send the confirmation message in response to receiving the confirmation message; the controller is used to control the posture sensor to detect the hip posture when the confirmation message indicates that the intestinal tract is opened; the controller is used to send the opening instruction when the hip posture meets the posture condition.

3. The system of claim 2, wherein, The controller is further used to: alternately execute the following operations when the hip posture does not meet the posture condition: issuing a posture adjustment prompt, detecting the hip posture; stop the alternately executed operations until the hip posture meets the posture condition.

4. The system of claim 3, wherein, The external device is further used to: send the forced opening information or the forced closing information in response to receiving the forced opening information or the forced closing information; the controller is further used to: issue the opening instruction in response to receiving the forced opening information; issue the closing instruction in response to receiving the forced closing information.

5. The system according to any of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The sphincter module comprises a first battery; the controller is used to control the first battery to release or cut off current to generate an electric effect; the sphincter module is used to change shape based on the electric effect to adjust the external pressure on the intestinal tract.

6. The system of claim 5, wherein, The sphincter module is made of shape memory material; the first battery is used to: release current when the opening instruction is received; stop releasing current when the closing instruction is received; the sphincter module is in a contracted state to close the intestinal tract when no current is received; the sphincter module is further used to: expand itself to reduce the external pressure on the intestinal tract and open the intestinal tract based on the heat generated by the current when the current is received; shrink itself to increase the external pressure on the intestinal tract and close the intestinal tract when the current decreases or disappears.

7. The system of claim 5, wherein, The sphincter module comprises: at least two conductive films and at least two insulating elastomers, the insulating elastomers are arranged outside the intestinal tract, the conductive films are arranged outside the insulating elastomers, and a single conductive film is connected with a single insulating elastomer; the first battery is further used to: In the case of not receiving the opening instruction, the electrostatic field is generated; In the case of receiving the opening instruction, the generation of the electrostatic field is stopped; In the case of receiving the closing instruction, the generation of the electrostatic field is resumed; In the case of the electrostatic field weakening or disappearing, the at least two conductive films are separated, and the compression on the intestinal tract is released, so that the intestinal tract is opened. The sphincter module comprises a second battery, a ring-shaped flexible bag, a spherical flexible bag, and a micro-pump.

8. The system of claim 5, wherein, The second battery is used to provide power for the micro-pump. The controller is used to control the micro-pump to discharge the medium in the ring-shaped flexible bag to the spherical flexible bag based on the opening instruction, so that the compression on the intestinal tract is released, and the intestinal tract is opened. The controller is used to control the micro-pump to discharge the medium in the spherical flexible bag to the ring-shaped flexible bag based on the closing instruction, so that the compression on the intestinal tract is released, and the intestinal tract is opened. The sphincter module further comprises a temperature sensor, which is in communication connection with the controller; and a capacitor.

9. The system of claim 5, wherein, The temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the sphincter module. The controller is used to control the battery to stop releasing the current and control the capacitor to absorb the residual current in the case that the temperature is higher than a temperature threshold. The sphincter module comprises a first communication module, and the system further comprises an adjustment module and an external storage.

10. The system of any of claims 1-4, wherein, The first communication module is in communication connection with an external device arranged outside the body. The first communication module is further used to send operation data of the sphincter module. The external storage is used to receive and save the operation data. The adjustment module is used to dynamically adjust the first condition and the second condition based on the operation data. ​

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