An adapter for releasably coupling a drape assembly to operating room equipment
The adapter and drape assembly provide a secure, quick-release attachment to operating room equipment, effectively mitigating droplet and aerosol contamination during surgeries by enhancing protection and visibility, addressing the limitations of existing surgical drapes.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/SG2024/050800
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-01-05
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-16
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-10
AI Technical Summary
Existing surgical drapes and attachment methods fail to effectively protect healthcare workers from droplet and aerosol contamination during procedures like mastoid surgery, limiting their movement and visibility due to cumbersome designs and inadequate attachment to operating equipment.
An adapter and drape assembly that allows for quick-release coupling to operating room equipment, featuring a magnetic or snap-fit engagement, enabling secure attachment and easy detachment of a drape component to form a shield over the surgical field, reducing droplet and aerosol dispersion.
The adapter and drape assembly significantly reduces droplet and aerosol dispersion, protecting healthcare workers from contamination while maintaining equipment maneuverability and visibility, as demonstrated by reduced contamination zones and improved safety during mastoid surgery.