DEFINITION OF OMPHALITIS IN NEONATES

Abstract

The invention is an umbilical cord (UC) used for the early diagnosis of omphalitis disease that may occur in the neonatal group and for monitoring the health of the neonatal group. The umbilical cord (UC) consists of at least one body (3) which forms the exoskeleton of the umbilical cord (UC) and also determines the length of the umbilical cord (UC), a temperature sensor (4) positioned on the said body (3) which monitors the temperature changes around the navel in real time and helps to control any abnormal increase or decrease, and a humidity meter (6) positioned on the body (3) which monitors the humidity changes around the navel in real time and helps to control any abnormal increase or decrease.

Description

1 TARIFF DEFINITION OF OMPHALITIS IN NEONATES TECHNICAL FIELD The invention enables the early diagnosis of omphalitis, a disease that may occur in the neonatal group. It is related to the conveyor belt technology that provides this. 5 STATE OF THE ART In the neonatal period, the umbilical cord is a structure that dries up and falls off after a while following birth. However, this process creates the necessary space for microorganisms to enter the body. This is caused by inadequate hygiene during the umbilical cord healing process, leading to bacterial infections. Colonization and improper care practices can lead to the development of infection, resulting in omphalitis 10 This gives rise to a condition known as omphalitis. Omphalitis is a local infection in newborns. It can spread systemically, causing serious complications such as sepsis and necrotizing disease. This creates a predisposition to the development of fasciitis in high-risk patients and leads to delays in treatment or early diagnosis. If left untreated, it can lead to a life-threatening process. Early signs of omphalitis... Early detection allows for prompt initiation of treatment, significantly reducing the risk of complications. This reduces the risk. However, current umbilical cord tracking methods are largely manual and It is based on subjective evaluation. The controls must be performed by the user. Monitoring the process by a user can help in the early diagnosis of omphalitis. This leads to delays or the inability to make an early diagnosis. Current diagnostic methods have several disadvantages: 20 1. Risk of Late Detection Umbilical cord infections typically cause symptoms such as redness, swelling, foul odor, discharge, and tenderness. It manifests itself with symptoms. However, these symptoms may not be very noticeable in the early stages. or it may be difficult for parents to notice. As omphalitis progresses, systemic symptoms may appear. (fever, lethargy, feeding difficulties, tachycardia, etc.) appear. However, diagnosis at this stage is usually made in 25 days. This indicates that the body has contracted an infection, but the main goal is to prevent this stage from occurring at all. The diagnosis of the disease should be made before the patient arrives. 2 2. Insufficient Manual Control: Current monitoring methods involve periodic observations by parents or healthcare professionals. It is based on this. It may go unnoticed until the signs of infection become quite pronounced. This situation highlights the importance of early diagnosis, considering the immune system of newborns. This demonstrates its importance. 5 2.1. Risk of delayed medical intervention: Late detection of infection symptoms, This leads to delays in initiating treatment. This, in turn, increases morbidity and... It increases the risk of mortality. 3. Irregular Monitoring and Lack of Parental Information Parental awareness regarding umbilical cord care can vary. Every 10 The level of awareness, hygiene conditions, and care practices within families are not the same. This is done in the home environment. The margin of error in checks is high. Parents often notice slight redness around the umbilical cord. or considering crusting as part of the normal healing process and early It overlooks the signs of infection. 3.1. Continuous follow-up may not be possible: Babies may not receive regular follow-up at home for 15 days after discharge. It is often not possible for a healthcare professional to examine them. The first examination is usually done within 48-72 hours after birth, while subsequent examinations... Examinations are delayed depending on complaints from the parents. 3.2. Insufficient information provided to parents about the symptoms of infection: Some Parents know which situations require emergency intervention in umbilical cord care. They are unaware of this and confuse the normal healing process with the symptoms of infection. 4. Dependence on Professional Support In current systems, monitoring umbilical cord infections largely depends on health It depends on its professionals. Health checkups are usually done at regular intervals. During the baby's stay in the hospital in the first few days after birth, healthcare workers 25 Regular check-ups are provided by [the relevant authority]. However; 4.1. Access to health services may be limited: Especially in rural areas or in healthcare facilities. Regular umbilical cord examinations for families with limited access to services This is not being done. In this situation, professional support cannot be provided, and newborns... The risk is increasing. 30 4.2. Hospital follow-ups are costly and time-consuming: Frequent health check-ups are necessary for every baby. Going to the center is both costly and time-consuming for parents. 3 For these reasons, it is suitable for home use and does not require parents to visit a hospital. Developing a suitable system has become a major necessity. 5. Lack of Objective Measurement Signs of umbilical cord infection are generally based on subjective assessment. And each individual's ability to observe varies. 5 5.1. Visual assessment deficiency: Color in the early stages of infection The changes and increase in humidity are not noticeable to the naked eye. 5.2. Error of checking temperature by touch: One of the first signs of infection. Even with localized temperature increases, manual temperature assessments often provide accurate results. It does not provide. 10 5.3. Monitoring changes in moisture levels: Drying of the umbilical cord indicates healing. It is a natural part of the process, but excessive humidity can cause infection to develop. This is because current methods do not measure humidity, which is an important parameter. It is being ignored. To eliminate the disadvantages inherent in the known state of the art, 15 The documents obtained as a result of the research, the technical benefits they have achieved, and the current situation... The solutions it offers to the disadvantages are listed below.  The first document obtained as a result of the research. https: / / cheme.stanford.edu / wireless-smart-bandage-provides-new-insights-healing- chronic-20 wounds#:~:text=The%20smart%20bandage%20is%20composed,without%20the%20n eed%20for%20wires, an invention developed by Stanford University, is used for chronic wound healing. by supporting its healing and applying stimulants when needed, tissue repair The goal is to accelerate the process. However, the current deficiency in the literature is not a lack of treatment, but rather a lack of early diagnosis and treatment. The risk assessment is inadequate. Furthermore, the target user group in the relevant document is 25. Adult patients with chronic wounds were preferred as a study; studies on newborns were avoided. No studies are included.  The second document identified, with application number EP3641627B1, is a multi-sensor wound healing device. monitoring technology is mentioned, along with general wound parameters. The focus is on its evaluation. However, the relevant document mentions omphalitis 30. There are no specific studies on the early diagnosis and monitoring of this disease. As is known, different organs or limbs in the human body are susceptible to different types of diseases. 4 This occurs. Some emerge showing the same developmental processes. Geniuses, especially the newborn group, are distinct from the child and adult groups. The invention obtained in the document related to the aforementioned situation is newborn. Used in the diagnosis and / or monitoring of omphalitis, a disease occurring in the group. It is not certain that it cannot be used. 5  The third document identified is https: / / www.adghw.com / articles / in-the- news / 2022 / june / wound-sensor-patch-indications-healing- status / ?utm_source=ExhibitorLP&utm_medium=PersonalisedLP&utm_term=&utm_c ontent=&utm_campaign=EMBED#:~:text=free%20wound%20patch%20contains%20fi and, developing%20and%20require%20early%20treatment based on color change general 10 A wound assessment patch has been defined and biomarker analysis has been performed. He is working.  The fourth document identified is https: / / www.testnpass.com / copy-of-wound-care- monitoring#:~:text=Grapheal%20presents%20WoundLAB%2C%20an%20electronic,cl oud%20via%20a%20smartphone%20app wound healing cloud-based 15 It aims to monitor and functions as a general health surveillance system.  The fifth document identified is https: / / www.bath.ac.uk / announcements / colour- changing-burns-dressing-will-help-fight-against-antibiotic- resistance / #:~:text=Dr%20Toby%20Jenkins%2C%20Reader%20in,causing%20bacteria %20within%20the%20wound is a 20 that uses color change as an infection marker. It describes the dressing and provides a reactive (delayed) response. In summary, the document, which falls under the prior art, details the technical advantages they have achieved and The solutions it offers to the existing problems have been examined in detail. However, the relevant documents... newborn group, and especially omphalitis disease experienced in the newborn group, any Note that it has no connection and is not suitable for use in the early diagnosis of omphalitis. 25 It is drawing. THE PURPOSE OF THE INVENTION The main purpose of the invention is to treat omphalitis, a disease that poses a risk in the neonatal group. The goal is to ensure early diagnosis. The purpose of the invention is to enable real-time monitoring of individuals in the newborn group. 30 Another purpose of the invention is that, with its design and manageability, it can be easily used by parents. It is the use of. Another aim of the invention is to enable parents to continuously monitor individuals belonging to the newborn group. This reduces the need to take them to health centers. Another purpose of the invention is to prevent parents from going to the health center if they have any doubts. rather than wasting time expressing their suspicions to healthcare professionals in this situation By directly presenting the device that is the subject of the invention and communicating accordingly, the time spent on communication is minimized to 5 The goal is to enable it to download. Another aim of the invention is to continuously optimize itself and provide constant and real-time data. The goal is to ensure its evaluation. Another aim of the invention is to provide objective measurements by shifting them from subjective to objective ones. Another aim of the invention is to enable data tracking regardless of location through mobile application integration. is to ensure. A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The invention contributes to the early diagnosis of omphalitis, a disease that may occur in the neonatal group, and to new developments in the field. The umbilical cord is used in monitoring the health of newborns. In an alternative design of the invention, the umbilical cord forms the exoskeleton and the same 15 The umbilical cord has at least one stem, which determines its length. In another alternative configuration of the invention, the hub is positioned on top of the body. By monitoring temperature changes around the hole in real time, any abnormalities can be detected. There is at least one temperature sensor to monitor increases or decreases. In another alternative configuration of the invention, the hub 20 is positioned on top of the body. By monitoring the humidity changes around the hole in real time, any abnormal increase can be detected. or at least one humidity meter is available to help monitor the decrease. In another alternative configuration of the invention, the aforementioned component is positioned on top of the fuselage. monitoring of the umbilical cord via mobile devices (data shared with users) (to enable remote monitoring by) at least one connection unit 25 It is located. Another alternative configuration of the invention includes a temperature sensor, a humidity meter, a warning sensor, and an alignment sensor. the area and connection unit are managed by the software running inside, which receives information from the temperature sensor. and data from the moisture meter, embedded with optimum data and tolerance ranges. comparing within; evaluating the position of the alignment area; the aforementioned link 30 By transferring data to the mobile device(s) with which the unit is connected, it can access historical and current data. enabling users to see the data and preventing any negative situations from occurring. 6 at least one control unit to enable sending notifications to mobile devices in this case It is located. An alternative version of the invention involves integrating the umbilical cord into newborn individuals. selected from round, circle (ring), and ellipse forms to ensure this It is made from any form. 5 Another alternative version of the invention involves attaching the umbilical cord to newborns. to allow for placement by enabling the umbilical cord to open and close It contains a small number of clips. Another alternative version of the invention involves at least one element to enable the clips to open and close. It includes 10 clip on / off switches. Another alternative version of the invention describes the control of the clip's on / off switch. either automatically by the unit or manually through external intervention by the user. It is opened and closed accordingly. Another alternative version of the invention involves the aforementioned body being opened after the clips are unfolded. The length adjustment and ergonomic 15 for newborns' umbilical cord It includes at least one lanyard strap to enable its use under various conditions. Another alternative version of the invention involves attaching the umbilical cord to the newborn's navel. at least one alignment area to ensure it is positioned over the hole It includes. Another alternative version of the invention involves finding optimum value ranges for temperature and humidity data within 20. if it moves outside and / or the position of the alignment area changes It includes at least one warning sensor to provide alerts to users. In another alternative version of the invention, the connection unit connects mobile devices via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, It establishes connections via NFC, Ethernet, HDMI, and satellite-based communication methods. In another alternative version of the invention, the connection unit can be used simultaneously with multiple mobile devices up to 25. It establishes a connection. In another alternative version of the invention, the body is made of textile or metallic material or It is made of metallic material alloys. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES Figure 1 shows the general overview of the invention. 30 EXPLANATION OF REFERENCES IN THE FIGURES GB. Umbilical cord 7 1. Control unit 2. Warning sensor 3. Body 4. Temperature sensor 5. Alignment area 5 6. Hygrometer 7. Clip 71. Clip on / off switch 8. Lanyard 9. Connection unit 10 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION This section is intended solely to help to make the subject more understandable. Explanations are being provided. The invention, described in detail below, may occur in the neonatal group. 15 in the early diagnosis of omphalitis and in the health monitoring of the newborn group This relates to the umbilical cord (UM) used. As shown in Figure 1, the aforementioned umbilical cord (UM) is the umbilical cord of newborn individuals. to be placed in the area where the umbilical cord is located and to diagnose omphalitis, a disease originating from the umbilical cord. They are designed to be able to do this and are preferably in round, circular (ring) or elliptical forms. To facilitate the placement of the aforementioned umbilical cord (UC) into individuals, the umbilical cord is 20 There are clips (7) that allow the cord (GB) to be opened and closed. The aforementioned clips (7) When the clip opens / closes button (71) is pressed, it opens automatically or In an alternative configuration of the invention, the user can manually intervene from the outside. It is opened by. In which position are the mentioned clips (7) used to open and close the clips? If button (71) is pressed, the clip open-close button (71) will act in the opposite direction. 25 This is demonstrated as follows: pressing while the clips are open closes them; pressing while they are closed opens them. This will reveal the integration of the umbilical cord (UM) into the newborn individual. After opening the clips (7) to secure the body (3) together with the cord belt (8) Size adjustment is performed. Newborns generally have different weights and sizes. and is born in these dimensions. The dimensions of the body (3) via the cord belt (8) are 30 It is made possible to enlarge or reduce its size, and the umbilical cord (UM) is ergonomically designed for each individual. Its use is ensured under these conditions. 8 The alignment area (5) is connected to the outer surface of the mentioned body (3). The alignment area together the umbilical cord (UM) to the navel, the exact umbilical region of the newborn individual. Alignment and work efficiency are ensured to be continuously maximized. The umbilical cord (UM) detaches from the navel for any reason. In this case, the alignment area (5) of the umbilical cord (GB) to the newborn individual 5 A warning is given to reposition it. As is known, the occurrence and / or development of omphalitis in newborn individuals In this situation, the moisture level around the navel increases and the temperature rises. In the context of these conditions, the body (3) that forms the exoskeleton of the umbilical cord (UC) Warning sensor (2), temperature sensor (4) and humidity meter (6) are positioned on it. The aforementioned 10 Temperature changes around the navel are monitored instantly via the temperature sensor (4). This is being monitored and any abnormal increases or decreases are being controlled. Instantaneous monitoring of the moisture level around the navel through the mentioned moisture meter (6). This is being monitored and any abnormal increases or decreases are being controlled. The control unit (1) is located on the housing (3). The mentioned temperature sensor (4), humidity meter 15 (6), warning sensor (2), alignment area (2) and connection unit (9) in connection with control unit (1) It is working. The control unit (1) contains the optimum that should be present in a newborn individual. The values ​​are being processed. The integration of the umbilical cord (UM) into the newborn individual. subsequently, the control unit (1) primarily exchanges data with the alignment area (5) and the hub. It confirms the accuracy of the cord (GB). Subsequently, the temperature sensor (4) and humidity 20 It evaluates the data coming from the meter (6) in real time and continuously and runs within it. whether the data is within the optimum data and tolerance ranges specified in the software. It ensures control. The optimum values ​​included in the temperature and humidity data. if it falls outside the ranges and / or the position of the alignment area (5) If it changes, it activates the warning sensor (2) to inform the users. 25 As mentioned, the warning sensor (2) may be damaged if the umbilical cord (UM) is damaged for any reason. inability to perform its function or the optimum range of the measured values It activates if it is outside the system and provides users with information to intervene. It provides. In an alternative configuration of the invention, the clip opening / closing switch (71) clips (7) 30 Automatic switching on or off is controlled by the control unit. 9 Finally, the connection unit (9) is located on the fuselage (3). The connection unit (9) was previously As mentioned, the control unit (1) has a coordinated function. Connection The umbilical cord (UM) works integrated with mobile devices via unit (9). is provided. The mentioned connection unit (9) allows users to connect their mobile devices with Wi-Fi, Interaction via Bluetooth, NFC, Ethernet, HDMI, and satellite-based communication connection methods 5 It is establishing. In an alternative configuration of the invention, the aforementioned connection unit (9) can be used simultaneously with multiple It can connect via mobile device. After the connection unit (9) interacts with the user's mobile device, For the reasons mentioned earlier, when the warning sensor (2) is activated, 10 Information transfer to mobile devices is carried out separately by the control unit (1) and users are far from the umbilical cord (UM) and do not hear the warning sensor (2) and In situations where it cannot detect the lights, it sends notifications to mobile devices and allows users to... It makes them aware of a negative situation. In addition to all the situations mentioned, all data processed by the control unit (1) is linked to link 15 The data is transferred to mobile devices connected to the umbilical cord (UM) via unit (9). This allows users to see changes across different time periods in the past and The data is then viewed again. The scope of protection of the invention is specified in the attached claims, and these details are strictly adhered to. The explanation cannot be limited to what is given for illustrative purposes only. Because a person who is an expert in the field has 20 Similar structures, without deviating from the main theme of the invention, along with those described above. It is obvious that he can demonstrate this.

Claims

REQUESTS 1. The invention enables the early diagnosis of omphalitis, a disease that may occur in the neonatal group. and the umbilical cord used in monitoring the health of the newborn group. (GB) and its feature is;  The umbilical cord (UC) forms the exoskeleton of the fetus and is also located at the navel. at least one stem (3) determining the length of the cord (GB);  Positioned on the mentioned body (3) and the navel By monitoring temperature changes in the surrounding area in real time, any abnormalities can be detected. At least one temperature sensor (4) to control the increase or decrease;  Positioned on the mentioned body (3) and 10 of the navel By constantly monitoring changes in humidity in the surrounding area, any abnormalities can be detected. at least one humidity meter (6) to help control the increase or decrease;  The umbilical cord, which is positioned on the mentioned body (3). the control of the GB (Gold Bar) via mobile devices (data (to enable remote monitoring by users) at least one 15 Number of connection units (9);  The mentioned temperature sensor (4), humidity meter (6), warning sensor (2), alignment area (5) and the connection unit (9) are managed by the software that runs inside it. Data from the temperature sensor (4) and the humidity meter (6) are embedded inside. Comparing within optimum data and tolerance ranges; alignment area 20 (5) evaluating the position; the mentioned connection unit (9) is connected to By transferring data to mobile device(s), you can access historical and current data. allows users to see it and in case of any negative situation to enable sending notifications to mobile devices in case of an event at least one control unit (1); 25 It is characterized by its inclusion.

2. The umbilical cord (UC) conforming to Claim 1 is characterized by the following: the umbilical cord in question... (GB) round to ensure the integration of newborn individuals, a circle (or ellipse) is made from any shape chosen from among the shapes. That is. 30 11 3. The umbilical cord (UC) conforming to Claim 1, and its characteristic is; the umbilical cord mentioned above. umbilical cord (GB) to allow placement of the cord in newborn individuals It must contain at least one clip (7) to enable the cord (GB) to be opened and closed.

4. An umbilical cord (UM) conforming to claim 1 or 3, and its characteristic is that it has the aforementioned clips (7) at least one clip on / off switch (71) 5 to enable it to open and close It includes.

5. The umbilical cord (UC) conforming to claim 4 has the following feature: the aforementioned clip opening and closing mechanism. button (71) is automatically or by user control unit (1) It is the process of manually opening and closing it through external intervention.

6. The umbilical cord (UM) conforming to claim 1, its characteristic is that the clips (7) can be opened in 10 minutes. subsequently, the length adjustment of the mentioned body (3) and the newborn to enable individuals to use the umbilical cord (UM) in ergonomic conditions It must include at least one cord belt (8).

7. The umbilical cord (UC) conforming to Claim 1 has the following characteristics: the umbilical cord mentioned above. positioning the umbilical cord (GB) over the newborn's belly button 15 It must contain at least one alignment area (5) to ensure.

8. The umbilical cord (UC) conforming to Claim 1 is characterized by its ability to record temperature and humidity data. if the values ​​fall outside the optimum range and / or the alignment area (5) at least one to provide users with a warning in case of a change in position. It contains 2 warning sensors.

9. The umbilical cord (UC) conforming to Claim 1 is characterized by its connection unit as described above. (9) mobile devices with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, Ethernet, HDMI and satellite-based communication It is about establishing a connection through connection methods.

10. Umbilical cord (UC) conforming to claim 1 or 9, characterized by the aforementioned connection. The unit (9) connects with multiple mobile devices simultaneously. 25 11. The umbilical cord (UM) conforming to Claim 1, its characteristic being; the textile of the mentioned body (3). The product is made of metallic material or alloys of metallic materials.

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