Endoscope minimally invasive surgery instrument recycling and cleaning anti-infection device

Abstract

This invention discloses a device for the recovery, cleaning, and infection prevention of laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instruments, specifically relating to the field of instrument recovery technology. It includes a cleaning box with an open top design. A partition is installed in the middle of the cleaning box, dividing it into a first space and a second space. Movable units are installed on the top of both side walls of the cleaning box, and a fixed platform is added between the movable units. This invention utilizes the storage units to quickly clamp and fix instruments, and during subsequent cleaning, it can carry multiple instruments and rotate synchronously, allowing for rinsing of different parts of the instruments. After cleaning, the movable units enable the instruments to be moved and transferred, allowing them to move back and forth between the first and second spaces. Rinsing and soaking are performed in the first space, while disinfection is performed in the second space. This allows the disinfection box to stably recover and clean instruments, saving time and effort.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of instrument recycling technology, specifically to a device for recycling, cleaning, and preventing infection of laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instruments. Background Technology

[0002] As an important component of the pharmaceutical industry, the configuration of medical equipment in medical institutions is second only to the availability of physicians in the eyes of consumers, and is often used to evaluate the standards of medical institutions. After prolonged use, medical devices often accumulate a lot of contaminants.

[0003] In minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery, instruments such as staplers are frequently used. These instruments are mostly long and narrow. To ensure that patients are not infected during use, medical instruments need to be processed using a medical instrument recycling device. The common method is to place the instruments to be recycled in a cleaning and disinfection cabinet for cleaning and disinfection.

[0004] However, current disinfection cabinets on the market cannot properly secure long, narrow instruments such as staplers when rinsing them. As a result, the instruments are prone to shifting during cleaning, affecting the cleaning effect. Furthermore, the instruments cannot be adjusted in multiple directions simultaneously during rinsing, which affects the rinsing accuracy and increases recycling costs. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a device for the recovery, cleaning and infection prevention of laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instruments, so as to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention is achieved through the following technical solution.

[0007] This invention relates to a device for the recovery, cleaning, and infection prevention of laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instruments. It includes a cleaning box with an open top design. A partition is installed in the middle of the cleaning box to divide it into a first space and a second space. Movable units are installed on the top of both side walls of the cleaning box, and a fixed platform is added between the movable units. Two storage units are symmetrically installed on both sides of the fixed platform. A rinsing unit is installed in the first space. The rinsing unit and the storage unit are configured in conjunction.

[0008] Furthermore, both the first space and the second space are connected by a discharge pipe on one side of their bottom, and a solenoid valve is installed at the end of the discharge pipe to control its opening and closing. A drive motor is embedded in one side of the upper surface of the fixed platform, and a drive gear is installed at the output end of the drive motor.

[0009] Furthermore, the moving unit includes a first electric module installed on the top of both side walls of the cleaning tank, and a second electric module vertically installed at the output end of the first electric module. A connector is installed at the output end of the second electric module, and the connector is fixedly connected to the fixed platform.

[0010] Furthermore, the rinsing unit includes a water tank installed on one side of the cleaning tank, a water collection chamber installed on one side of the inner wall of the first space, a conveying pipe connected between the water collection chamber and the water tank, a water pump for controlling the on / off state installed at the end of the conveying pipe, and two spraying parts symmetrically installed on both sides of the inner wall of the first space, the spraying parts being connected to the water collection chamber, a top cover installed on the top of the water tank, and an inlet pipe connected through the top cover.

[0011] Furthermore, the spraying unit includes a third electric module symmetrically installed at the middle position on both sides of the first space. A spray chamber is installed at the output end of the third electric module. Multiple nozzles are evenly distributed on the front end face of the spray chamber, and a spring water pipe is installed between the spray chamber and the water collection chamber.

[0012] Furthermore, an ultrasonic generator is installed on one side of the front end of the cleaning tank, and multiple transducers are installed at the bottom of the first space, with the ultrasonic generator and transducers connected accordingly.

[0013] Furthermore, the storage unit includes a storage platform welded to both sides of the fixed platform. Multiple through holes are rotatably installed at equal intervals on the storage platform. Rotating sleeves with a through-hole design are rotatably installed in the through holes. Rotating gear rings are fixedly sleeved on the outside of the rotating sleeves. The rotating gear ring at the foremost end of the storage platform meshes with a drive gear for transmission. Linkage gear rings are installed between adjacent rotating gear rings. Under the drive of the drive gear, the multiple rotating sleeves rotate synchronously.

[0014] Furthermore, a flexible pad is wrapped around the rotating sleeve, and the rotating sleeve is made of metal.

[0015] Furthermore, an air pump is mounted on the connector via a bracket, a main air pipe is mounted on the output end of the air pump, and branch pipes are symmetrically mounted on both sides of the bottom of the storage platform. The branch pipes are connected to the main air pipe, and an annular airbag is mounted at the bottom inside the rotating sleeve. The annular airbag is connected to the branch pipe via a pipe, and the air pump is used to drive the annular airbag to expand and clamp the instrument.

[0016] Furthermore, the second space is equipped with multiple ultraviolet lamp groups installed from top to bottom. The ultraviolet lamp groups are rectangular in shape and are used to assist in the disinfection of instruments.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0018] 1. This invention features a storage unit that secures instruments by placing them on a rotating sleeve. The annular airbag inflates, pressing the instruments firmly within the rotating sleeve. Simultaneously, a drive motor is activated, and through the meshing of a drive gear and a rotating gear ring, multiple rotating sleeves can be synchronously driven to rotate, allowing the instruments to follow the rotation and enabling rinsing operations on different parts of the instruments.

[0019] 2. This invention features a rinsing unit that sprays cleaning fluid onto instruments via a nozzle. The spray chamber can move up and down under the drive of the third electric module, allowing for rinsing of different parts of the instruments and improving cleaning precision. After rinsing, the cleaning fluid is discharged through the drain pipe and re-injected into the first space for soaking and cleaning, thus enriching the functionality of the cleaning box.

[0020] 3. This invention, by incorporating a moving unit and activating a second electric module, facilitates fine-tuning of the instrument's position within the first and second spaces. It also allows for active avoidance of collisions between the instruments by moving between the first and second spaces. Furthermore, with the cooperation of the first electric module, it drives the storage unit to switch between the first and second spaces, reducing the operational difficulty for staff.

[0021] Of course, any product implementing this invention does not necessarily need to achieve all of the advantages described above at the same time. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is the overall front view of the invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the cleaning tank of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rinsing unit structure of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the distribution of the rinsing unit and the storage unit of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the distribution of the moving unit and the storage unit of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the storage unit structure of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the distribution of the rotating sleeves of the present invention on the storage platform;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the meshing transmission between the drive gear and the rotating gear ring of the present invention.

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Cleaning tank; 2. Partition; 3. Space 1; 4. Space 2; 5. Fixing platform; 6. Discharge pipe; 7. Drive motor; 8. Drive gear; 9. Electric module 1; 10. Electric module 2; 11. Connector; 12. Water tank; 13. Water collection chamber; 14. Delivery pipe; 15. Top cover; 16. Water inlet pipe; 17. Electric module 3; 18. Spray chamber; 19. Nozzle; 20. Spring water pipe; 21. Ultrasonic generator; 22. Transducer; 23. Storage platform; 24. Through hole; 25. Rotating sleeve; 26. Rotating gear ring; 27. Linkage gear ring; 28. Air pump; 29. ​​Main air pipe; 30. Branch pipe; 31. Annular airbag; 32. Ultraviolet lamp assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0032] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "opening", "upper", "lower", "thickness", "top", "middle", "length", "inner", "around", etc., which indicate orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the components or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0033] This invention provides a technical solution: such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, a device for the recovery, cleaning, and infection prevention of laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instruments includes a cleaning box 1 with an open top design. A partition 2 is installed in the middle of the cleaning box 1, dividing the cleaning box 1 into a first space 3 and a second space 4. Movable units are installed on the top of both side walls of the cleaning box 1, and a fixed platform 5 is added between the movable units. Two storage units are symmetrically installed on both sides of the fixed platform 5. A rinsing unit is installed in the first space 3. The rinsing unit and the storage unit are configured in conjunction. A discharge pipe 6 is connected to one side of the bottom of both the first space 3 and the second space 4. A solenoid valve is installed at the end of the discharge pipe 6 to control its opening and closing. A drive motor 7 is embedded in one side of the upper surface of the fixed platform 5, and a drive gear 8 is installed at the output end of the drive motor 7.

[0034] like Figure 5 As shown, the moving unit includes a first electric module 9 installed on the top of both side walls of the cleaning tank 1, a second electric module 10 vertically installed at the output end of the first electric module 9, and a connector 11 installed at the output end of the second electric module 10. The connector 11 is fixedly connected to the fixed platform 5.

[0035] When moving the instruments into Space 2, the following steps are taken: A moving unit is installed, and the second electric module 10 is activated, driving the connector 11 and the storage platform 23 to move up and down. This allows the instruments to be moved up and down, facilitating fine-tuning of their positions within Space 1 and Space 2. It also allows for active avoidance of collisions between the instruments. Simultaneously, with the cooperation of the first electric module 9, the storage unit is driven to switch between Space 1 and Space 2, reducing operational difficulties for staff. The instruments are then continuously disinfected within Space 2.

[0036] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the rinsing unit includes a water tank 12 installed on one side of the cleaning tank 1, a water collection chamber 13 installed on one side of the inner wall of the first space 3, a conveying pipe 14 connected between the water collection chamber 13 and the water tank 12, a water pump for controlling the on / off state installed at the end of the conveying pipe 14, and two spraying parts symmetrically installed on both sides of the inner wall of the first space 3, the spraying parts being connected to the water collection chamber 13, a top cover 15 installed on the top of the water tank 12, and an inlet pipe 16 connected to the top cover 15.

[0037] When rinsing the instruments: a rinsing unit is provided, and cleaning fluid is injected into the water tank 12. Then, the cleaning fluid is transported to the water collection chamber 13 through the delivery pipe 14, and then transported to the spray chamber 18 through the spring water pipe 20. The cleaning fluid is sprayed onto the instruments through the nozzle 19 for rinsing. The spray chamber 18 can be raised and lowered under the drive of the third electric module 17, which can rinse different parts of the instruments, improving the cleaning accuracy. After rinsing, the cleaning fluid is discharged through the discharge pipe 6 and re-injected into the first space 3 to soak and clean the instruments, which enriches the functionality of the cleaning box 1.

[0038] Preferably, the spraying unit includes a third electric module 17 symmetrically installed at the middle position of both sides in the first space 3. A spray chamber 18 is installed at the output end of the third electric module 17. Multiple nozzles 19 are evenly distributed on the front end face of the spray chamber 18. A spring water pipe 20 is installed between the spray chamber 18 and the water collection chamber 13. An ultrasonic generator 21 is installed on one side of the front end face of the cleaning tank 1. Multiple transducers 22 are installed at the bottom of the first space 3. The ultrasonic generator 21 and the transducers 22 are connected accordingly.

[0039] like Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the storage unit includes a storage platform 23 welded to the two side walls of the fixed platform 5. Multiple through holes 24 are rotatably installed at equal intervals on the storage platform 23. Rotating sleeves 25 with a through-hole design are rotatably installed in the through holes 24. Rotating gear rings 26 are fixedly sleeved on the outside of the rotating sleeves 25. The rotating gear ring 26 at the front end of the storage platform 23 meshes with the drive gear 8 for transmission. Linkage gear rings 27 are installed between adjacent rotating gear rings 26. Under the drive of the drive gear 8, multiple rotating sleeves 25 rotate synchronously. Flexible pads are wrapped around the rotating sleeves 25, and the rotating sleeves 25 are made of metal.

[0040] When fixing the instruments: by using a storage unit, the instruments are fixed by passing them through the rotating sleeve 25. Multiple instruments can be fixed simultaneously on the storage platform 23. Then, the air pump 28 is started, and gas is delivered to the annular air bag 31 through the main air pipe 29 and the branch pipe 30, causing the annular air bag 31 to expand, thereby pressing the instruments tightly inside the rotating sleeve 25, ensuring the relative stability of the instruments and making it convenient for staff to handle. At the same time, during the rinsing process, the drive motor 7 can be started accordingly. Through the meshing transmission of the drive gear 8 and the rotating gear ring 26, and through the linkage gear ring 27, multiple rotating sleeves 25 can be driven to rotate synchronously, so that the instruments can rotate with them. This allows for rinsing operations on different positions of the instruments, improving the rinsing accuracy of the instruments.

[0041] Preferably, an air pump 28 is mounted on the connector 11 via a bracket, a main air pipe 29 is mounted on the output end of the air pump 28, branch pipes 30 are symmetrically mounted on both sides of the bottom of the storage platform 23, the branch pipes 30 are connected to the main air pipe 29, and an annular air bag 31 is mounted at the bottom inside the rotating sleeve 25. The annular air bag 31 is connected to the branch pipe 30 via a pipe, and the air pump 28 is used to drive the annular air bag 31 to expand and clamp the instrument.

[0042] Furthermore, Space 2 4 is equipped with multiple ultraviolet lamp groups 32 from top to bottom. The ultraviolet lamp groups 32 are rectangular in shape and are used to assist in the disinfection of instruments.

[0043] This invention provides a device for the recovery, cleaning, and infection prevention of laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instruments. The specific working principle is as follows: In use, cleaning solution is first injected into the water tank 12. A rinsing unit is added to the first space 3, and the rinsing action is completed within the first space 3. This then rinses the instruments on the storage unit, saving time and effort and reducing the workload for staff. During the cleaning process, an ultrasonic generator 21 assists in accelerating the removal and separation of impurities. Simultaneously, the storage unit can quickly clamp and fix the instruments, and in subsequent cleaning, it can carry multiple instruments and rotate synchronously, allowing for rinsing of different parts of the instruments and improving cleaning accuracy. After rinsing, cleaning solution can be injected into the first space 3 for soaking and cleaning, enhancing the cleaning effect. After cleaning, the moving unit allows for the transfer of instruments, enabling them to move back and forth between the first space 3 and the second space 4. Rinsing and soaking are performed in the first space 3, while disinfection is performed in the second space 4. This allows the disinfection box to stably recover and clean instruments, and the operation is convenient, time-saving, and labor-saving.

[0044] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0045] The preferred embodiments of the present invention disclosed above are merely illustrative of the invention. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the invention to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of the invention, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize the invention. The invention is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A device for recycling, cleaning, and preventing infection of laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instruments, comprising a cleaning tank (1) with an open top design, characterized in that: A partition (2) is installed in the middle of the cleaning tank (1) to divide the cleaning tank (1) into space 1 (3) and space 2 (4). A moving unit is installed on the top of both sides of the cleaning tank (1), and a fixed platform (5) is added between the moving units. Two storage units are symmetrically installed on both sides of the fixed platform (5), and a rinsing unit is installed in space 1 (3). The rinsing unit is set in conjunction with the storage unit. A discharge pipe (6) is connected to one side of the bottom of space 1 (3) and space 2 (4), and a solenoid valve is installed at the end of the discharge pipe (6) to control its opening and closing. A drive motor (7) is embedded in one side of the upper surface of the fixed platform (5), and a drive gear (8) is installed at the output end of the drive motor (7). The moving unit includes units installed on both sides of the cleaning tank (1). The top electric module (9) has a second electric module (10) vertically installed at the output end of the first electric module (9). The output end of the second electric module (10) is equipped with a connector (11), which is fixedly connected to the fixed platform (5). The rinsing unit includes a water tank (12) installed on one side of the cleaning box (1), a water collection chamber (13) installed on one side of the inner wall of the first space (3), a conveying pipe (14) connected between the water collection chamber (13) and the water tank (12), and a water pump for controlling its on / off state installed at the end of the conveying pipe (14). Two spraying parts are symmetrically installed on both sides of the inner wall of the first space (3). The spraying parts are connected to the water collection chamber (13). A top cover (15) is installed on the top of the water tank (12), and an inlet pipe (16) is connected through the top cover (15).

2. The laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instrument recycling, cleaning, and infection prevention device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The spraying unit includes a third electric module (17) symmetrically installed in the middle of both sides of the first space (3). A spray chamber (18) is installed at the output end of the third electric module (17). Multiple nozzles (19) are evenly distributed on the front end face of the spray chamber (18). A spring water pipe (20) is installed between the spray chamber (18) and the water collection chamber (13).

3. The laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instrument recycling, cleaning, and infection prevention device according to claim 2, characterized in that: An ultrasonic generator (21) is installed on one side of the front end of the cleaning tank (1), and multiple transducers (22) are installed at the bottom of the first space (3). The ultrasonic generator (21) and the transducers (22) are connected accordingly.

4. The laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instrument recycling, cleaning, and infection prevention device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage unit includes a storage platform (23) welded to the two side walls of the fixed platform (5). Multiple through holes (24) are rotatably installed at equal intervals on the storage platform (23). Rotating sleeves (25) with a through-hole design are rotatably installed in the through holes (24). Rotating gear rings (26) are fixedly sleeved on the outside of the rotating sleeves (25). The foremost rotating gear ring (26) on the storage platform (23) meshes with the drive gear (8) for transmission. Linkage gear rings (27) are installed between adjacent rotating gear rings (26). Under the drive of the drive gear (8), the multiple rotating sleeves (25) rotate synchronously.

5. The laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instrument recycling, cleaning, and infection prevention device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The rotating sleeve (25) is covered with a flexible pad and is made of metal.

6. The laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instrument recycling, cleaning, and infection prevention device according to claim 5, characterized in that: An air pump (28) is mounted on the connector (11) via a bracket. A main air pipe (29) is mounted on the output end of the air pump (28). Branch pipes (30) are symmetrically mounted on both sides of the bottom of the storage platform (23). The branch pipes (30) are connected to the main air pipe (29). An annular airbag (31) is installed at the bottom inside the rotating sleeve (25). The annular airbag (31) is connected to the branch pipe (30) via a pipe. The air pump (28) drives the annular airbag (31) to expand and clamp the instrument.

7. The laparoscopic minimally invasive surgical instrument recycling, cleaning, and infection prevention device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second space (4) is equipped with multiple ultraviolet lamp groups (32) from top to bottom. The ultraviolet lamp groups (32) are rectangular in shape and are used to assist in the disinfection of instruments.

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