Thoracoscopy and laparoscopy lens scrubbing device and method

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of thoracoscopic and laparoscopic cleaning, and particularly to a device and method for cleaning thoracoscopic and laparoscopic lenses. The cleaning device comprises two parts hinged together by a hinged section (4). A spring (11) is mounted inwardly on an arc-shaped head (10), and a cleaning sponge (9) is fitted onto the spring (11) or arranged through the end of the spring (11). The two sets of springs and cleaning sponges (9) are arranged symmetrically. A vertical arm (3) is connected above an arc-shaped plate (6), and a tilting arm (2) is connected to the vertical arm (3). A finger hole (1) is connected above the tilting arm (2). It is convenient to use and allows for multiple cleanings of the thoracoscopic and laparoscopic endoscopes during surgery without the need to replace the endoscopes. This patent has a simple structure, does not require major modifications to current thoracoscopic and laparoscopic endoscopes, and allows for lens cleaning during surgery without removing the endoscopes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of thoracic and laparoscopic cleaning, and more particularly to a device and method for cleaning thoracic and laparoscopic lenses. Background Technology

[0002] Thoracoscopic and laparoscopic surgery requires inserting a camera into the thoracic cavity through a puncture in the chest wall to transmit video information to a monitor in the operating room. The surgeon performs the surgery using specialized surgical instruments while watching a television screen, essentially putting their eyes inside the patient's chest cavity. However, during the procedure, blood and fumes from the instruments can contaminate the camera lens, and the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the chest cavity can cause fogging, resulting in blurred images. The lens needs to be removed and cleaned (using gauze, iodine, or soaking in hot water, etc.) before being reinserted. This process can be repeated more than ten times in a single surgery, severely impacting the continuity of the procedure, prolonging the operation time, and increasing surgical risks.

[0003] A search was conducted in the Chinese Patent Publication Database using "thoracoscopic and laparoscopic endoscopy and lens and cleaning" as abstract keywords, and the following literature was found.

[0004] The temperature-controlled thoracoscopic and laparoscopic defogging device disclosed in CN113017550A has a complex structure that requires a complex water vapor generation structure, making the structure overly complicated.

[0005] The thoracic and laparoscopic structure disclosed in CN112826437A, which can automatically clean the lens during surgery, is too complex and requires excessive modification to the thoracic and laparoscopic system, making it unsuitable for large-scale promotion.

[0006] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a simple structure that does not require major modifications to the current thoracic and laparoscopic endoscopes, and allows for lens cleaning without removing the endoscopes during surgery. Summary of the Invention

[0007] Purpose of the invention: To provide a more effective device and method for cleaning thoracoscopic and laparoscopic lenses, the specific purpose of which is described in the detailed implementation section for several substantial technical effects.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0009] A thoracoscope and laparoscope lens cleaning device is characterized in that the cleaning device comprises two parts hinged to each other by a hinge portion 4. The two parts are symmetrically arranged. Each part includes an arc-shaped piece 6 that can pass through the tube wall of the thoracoscope and laparoscope. The ends of the two arc-shaped pieces 6 are hinged by a first hinge portion 41 and a second hinge portion 42. A bottom direct arm 7 is connected below the arc-shaped piece 6. The bottom direct arm 7 is connected to a semi-arc-shaped arc head 10. A spring 11 is installed inward on the arc head 10. A cleaning sponge 9 is sleeved on the spring 11 or a cleaning sponge 9 is arranged through the end of the spring 11. The two sets of springs and cleaning sponges 9 are symmetrically arranged. A vertical arm 3 is connected above the arc-shaped piece 6. The vertical arm 3 is connected to an inclined arm 2. A finger hole 1 is connected above the inclined arm 2.

[0010] A further technical solution of the present invention is that there is a gap 8 between the two sets of cleaning sponges 9.

[0011] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the arc-shaped head 10 is an arc-shaped piece.

[0012] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the arc-shaped head 10 is made of sterile plastic.

[0013] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the cleaning sponge 9 is a sterile sponge.

[0014] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the cleaning sponge 9 includes holes for the spring to pass through.

[0015] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the cleaning sponge 9 comprises a series of single-use items.

[0016] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the vertical arm 3 includes a scale.

[0017] A further technical solution of the present invention is that the hinge portion 41 and the hinge portion 42 are hinged by a detachable screw.

[0018] A method for cleaning thoracoscopic and laparoscopic lenses, characterized in that it utilizes the cleaning device described in any one of the above-mentioned methods, and employs the following approach:

[0019] The middle section of the thoracoscope passes through the middle of the two arc-shaped plates 6, and then the middle sections of the two arc-shaped plates 6 and the two arc-shaped heads 10 slide along the middle section of the thoracoscope.

[0020] During the sliding process, the spring and the cleaning sponge 9 are moderately compressed and move along the middle of the thoracoscope and laparoscope.

[0021] After moving through the surgical incision into the body, when it reaches the thoracic and laparoscopic lens, the spring releases the compression of the cleaning sponge 9, which can then clean the thoracic and laparoscopic lens.

[0022] The present invention, employing the above technical solution, has the following beneficial effects compared to the prior art:

[0023] Addressing the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as "overly complex structures," this patented design features a simple structure. It is easy to use and allows for multiple cleaning operations of the thoracoscope and laparoscope during surgery without the need to change the endoscope.

[0024] In response to the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as the need for excessive modification of thoracic and laparoscopic endoscopes, which makes them unsuitable for large-scale promotion, this patent can be used in conjunction with various thoracic and laparoscopic endoscopes.

[0025] This patent has a simple structure and does not require major modifications to current thoracic and laparoscopic endoscopes. It allows for lens cleaning during surgery without removing the endoscopes. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To further illustrate the present invention, the following description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:

[0027] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the invention;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the bottom of the invention;

[0029] Figure 3 A partial structural diagram from another perspective of the invention;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the hinged section;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the positions for thoracoscopic and laparoscopic procedures.

[0032] Among them: 1. Finger hole; 2. Inclined arm; 3. Vertical arm; 4. Hinge part; 5. Hinge pin; 6. Arc-shaped piece; 7. Bottom direct arm; 8. Middle gap; 9. Cleaning sponge; 10. Arc-shaped head; 11. Spring; 12. Thoracolaparoscopy; 13. Thoracolaparoscopy lens; 41. Hinge part one; 42. Hinge part two; 14. Thoracolaparoscopy inlet. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The present invention will be further illustrated below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the following specific embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. In addition, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0035] This patent provides multiple parallel solutions; the different descriptions represent improved solutions or parallel solutions based on the basic solution. Each solution has its own unique characteristics. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other. Fixing methods not described herein can be any type of fixing, such as threaded fixing, bolt fixing, or adhesive bonding.

[0036] Example 1: Referring to all the accompanying drawings; a thoracic and laparoscopic lens cleaning device, characterized in that the cleaning device comprises two parts hinged to each other by a hinge portion 4, the two parts being symmetrically arranged, each part including an arc-shaped piece 6 that can pass through the wall of the thoracic and laparoscopic endoscope, the ends of the two arc-shaped pieces 6 being hinged by a hinge portion 1 41 and a hinge portion 2 42, a bottom direct arm 7 connected below the arc-shaped piece 6, the bottom direct arm 7 being connected to a semi-arc-shaped head 10, a spring 11 installed inward on the arc-shaped head 10, a cleaning sponge 9 sleeved on the spring 11 or arranged through the end of the spring 11; the two sets of springs and cleaning sponges 9 are symmetrically arranged, a vertical arm 3 connected above the arc-shaped piece 6, a tilting arm 2 connected above the vertical arm 3, and a finger hole 1 connected above the tilting arm 2. The substantial technical effect and implementation process of the technical solution described herein, i.e., the basic function, are as follows: a method for cleaning thoracic and laparoscopic lenses, characterized in that, using any of the above-described cleaning devices, the following method is employed:

[0037] The middle section of the thoracoscope passes through the middle of the two arc-shaped plates 6, and then the middle sections of the two arc-shaped plates 6 and the two arc-shaped heads 10 slide along the middle section of the thoracoscope.

[0038] During the sliding process, the spring and the cleaning sponge 9 are moderately compressed and move along the middle of the thoracoscope and laparoscope.

[0039] After moving through the surgical incision into the body, when it reaches the thoracic and laparoscopic lens, the spring releases the compression of the cleaning sponge 9, which can then clean the thoracic and laparoscopic lens.

[0040] Addressing the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as "overly complex structures," this patented design features a simple structure. It is easy to use and allows for multiple cleaning operations of the thoracoscope and laparoscope during surgery without the need to change the endoscope.

[0041] In response to the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as the need for excessive modification of thoracic and laparoscopic endoscopes, which makes them unsuitable for large-scale promotion, this patent can be used in conjunction with various thoracic and laparoscopic endoscopes.

[0042] This patent has a simple structure and does not require major modifications to current thoracic and laparoscopic endoscopes. It allows for lens cleaning during surgery without removing the endoscopes.

[0043] Example 2: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, there is an intermediate gap 8 between the two sets of cleaning sponges 9. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: the intermediate gap 8 is used to allow the housing of the thoracoscope and laparoscope to pass through.

[0044] Example 3: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the arc-shaped head 10 is an arc-shaped piece. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of the technical solution here, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: the arc-shaped piece is suitable for the shell structure of the thoracic and laparoscopic endoscope.

[0045] Example 4: As a further improvement, parallel, or alternative independent solution, the arc-shaped head 10 is made of sterile plastic.

[0046] Example 5: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the cleaning sponge 9 is a sterile sponge. The substantive technical effect and its implementation process, i.e., the basic function, of this technical solution are as follows: the sterile sponge can absorb some cleaning alcohol.

[0047] Example 6: As a further improvement, parallel solution, or optional independent solution, the cleaning sponge 9 includes holes for the spring to pass through. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of the technical solution herein, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: This mechanism allows the cleaning sponge to be replaced and used multiple times.

[0048] Example 7: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, the cleaning sponge 9 comprises a series of single-use items. The substantial technical effect and implementation process of the technical solution described herein, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: each sponge is replaced after cleaning, allowing for multiple cleanings during the procedure.

[0049] Example 8: As a further improvement, parallel, or alternative independent solution, the vertical arm 3 includes a scale.

[0050] Example 9: As a further improvement, parallel, or optional independent solution, hinge part 1 41 and hinge part 2 42 are hinged by detachable screws. The substantive technical effect and implementation process of this technical solution, i.e., its basic function, are as follows: after disassembly, they can be stored separately and reassembled when needed.

[0051] Innovatively, each of the above effects exists independently, yet a single structure can be used to combine the results.

[0052] It should be noted that the multiple solutions provided in this patent include their own basic solutions, which are independent of each other and do not restrict each other. However, they can also be combined with each other without conflict to achieve multiple effects.

[0053] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the invention without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A thoracoscopic and laparoscopic lens scrubbing device, characterized by, The scrubbing device comprises two parts which are hinged to each other through a hinge part (4), the two parts are symmetrically arranged, each of the two parts comprises an arc-shaped piece (6) capable of adhering to the tube wall of the thoracoscope or laparoscope, the end of each of the two arc-shaped pieces (6) is hinged through a first hinge part (41) and a second hinge part (42), a bottom direct arm (7) is connected below the arc-shaped piece (6), the bottom direct arm (7) is connected with a semicircular arc-shaped head (10), a spring (11) is installed inwardly in the arc-shaped head (10), a cleaning sponge (9) is sleeved on the spring (11) or is arranged through the end of the spring (11); the two groups of springs and cleaning sponges (9) are symmetrically arranged, a vertical arm (3) is connected above the arc-shaped piece (6), the vertical arm (3) is connected with an inclined arm (2), a finger hole (1) is connected above the inclined arm (2). The middle part of the two arc-shaped pieces (6) and the two arc-shaped heads (10) can slide along the middle part of the thoracoscope or laparoscope.

2. The thoracoscope lens scrubbing device of claim 1, wherein, There is a middle gap (8) between the two groups of cleaning sponges (9).

3. The thoracoscope lens scrubbing device of claim 1, wherein, The arc-shaped head (10) is arc-shaped.

4. The thoracoscope lens scrubbing device of claim 1, wherein, The arc-shaped head (10) is made of sterile plastic.

5. The thoracoscope lens scrubbing device of claim 1, wherein, The cleaning sponge (9) is a sterile sponge.

6. The thoracoscope lens scrubber device of claim 1, wherein, The cleaning sponge (9) comprises holes for passing through the spring.

7. The thoracoscope lens scrubbing device of claim 1, wherein, The cleaning sponge (9) comprises a series of and is disposable.

8. The thoracoscope lens scrubbing device of claim 1, wherein, The vertical arm (3) comprises a scale.

9. The thoracoscope lens scrubbing device of claim 1, wherein, The first hinge part (41) and the second hinge part (42) are hinged through detachable screws.

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