Steam ablation and endoscope host integrated equipment and use method

Abstract

The invention is suitable for the technical field of medical instruments, and provides a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device and a using method, the device integrates a steam ablation function and an endoscope function, and comprises a host, the host comprises a man-machine interaction unified interface used for providing an intuitive and easy-to-use operation interface and being responsible for receiving a user instruction and sending the user instruction to the host; and one-stop control of steam ablation and endoscope functions is realized. According to the steam ablation and endoscope host integrated equipment and the use method, the solid structures of a steam ablation host and an endoscope host which are separated in the prior art are fused, the functions of steam ablation and an endoscope are integrated in the same host, the occupied space is greatly reduced, and the cost is reduced. Due to the built-in intelligent flushing function, the problem that the visual field of the endoscope is blurred due to steam coverage is effectively solved, the visual field definition in the treatment process is ensured, and the safety and accuracy of treatment are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of medical devices, and in particular relates to a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device and a use method. Background Art

[0002] Currently, steam ablation is favored by patients for its minimal invasiveness and low incidence of erectile dysfunction in the treatment of prostate hyperplasia. In the treatment of prostate hyperplasia with steam ablation, the entire process of steam ablation requires the use of an endoscope for endoscopic observation.

[0003] However, in traditional treatment, the steam ablation device and the endoscope device are used separately, and multiple hosts (the host of the steam ablation device and the host of the endoscope device) will cause a large space to be occupied, and each host operates independently. The process of endoscopic imaging and steam ablation control cannot be effectively integrated, affecting automated process control and decision-making. Not only that, during the ablation process, the endoscope lens will be covered with steam, causing the endoscopic field of view to become blurred, which brings great inconvenience to the user to observe and control the steam ablation work through the endoscope. Summary of the invention

[0004] In order to solve the technical problems that the steam ablation equipment and the endoscope equipment are used separately, resulting in large space occupation, independent operation affecting automatic control, and steam coverage causing blurred endoscopic field of view, inconvenient operation affecting the treatment process, the present invention provides an integrated steam ablation and endoscope host device and a use method.

[0005] The present invention is implemented as follows: a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device, which integrates steam ablation function and endoscope function, including a host, wherein the host includes: a unified human-computer interaction interface, which is used to provide an intuitive and easy-to-use operation interface, responsible for receiving user instructions, and realizing one-stop control of steam ablation and endoscope functions; a business main control system, as the core control unit of the equipment, coordinating the work of each subsystem to realize the synchronous display and processing of steam ablation and endoscope images; a steam heating / flushing system, which executes steam ablation operations according to the instructions of the business main control system, performs steam ablation treatment on the patient's prostate hyperplasia, or executes lens flushing operations to remove steam on the surface of the endoscope; a water injection system, which is used to inject water into the steam heating / flushing system to provide steam ablation operations It provides necessary water source and can provide high-pressure water flow to remove steam on the lens during flushing; the endoscopic image processing system is used to analyze the images collected by the endoscope in real time, monitor the degree of lens blur, and trigger the flushing function accordingly; wherein, a steam output interface is provided on the host to connect the steam ablation catheter, which is used to transport the steam generated by heating to the lesion area for ablation treatment; the host is also provided with an image input interface for connecting the endoscopic camera, receiving high-definition video signals, and providing raw data for the image processing system; and the steam heating / flushing system and the endoscopic image processing system are linked through the business main control system, and the various systems of the host are connected through an internal bus to realize the integrated control of steam ablation and endoscopic observation, and realize the function of automatic flushing of the endoscopic lens.

[0006] Preferably, the human-computer interaction unified interface adopts a combination of physical buttons and a liquid crystal screen.

[0007] Preferably, the human-computer interaction unified interface adopts a touch screen.

[0008] Preferably, the endoscopic image processing system has a built-in image recognition and processing algorithm, which can monitor the blur level of the endoscopic lens in real time and send an alarm signal to the business main control system when it is detected that the blur exceeds a preset threshold.

[0009] Preferably, the steam heating / flushing system integrates a steam generating device and a flushing device, and can automatically start the flushing function according to the instructions of the endoscopic image processing system during the steam ablation process to ensure a clear field of view under the endoscope.

[0010] The present invention also provides a method for using a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device, the method is applied to the above-mentioned steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device, the method comprises the following steps:

[0011] a. After the device is started, the human-computer interaction unified interface receives the operation instructions;

[0012] b. The business main control system controls the water injection system to inject water into the steam heating / flushing system according to the instructions, and controls the steam heating / flushing system to deliver steam to the lesion area through the steam output interface and the steam ablation catheter according to the instructions for steam ablation treatment;

[0013] c. The endoscope image processing system monitors the images collected by the endoscope in real time, analyzes and processes the images, and analyzes the clarity of the visual field under the endoscope through image analysis;

[0014] d. When it is detected that the lens blur exceeds the preset threshold, an alarm signal is sent to the business main control system, which automatically triggers the flushing system to flush the endoscope and restore the clarity of the visual field under the endoscope.

[0015] Compared with the related art, the steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device and use method provided by the present invention have the following beneficial effects:

[0016] The integrated steam ablation and endoscope host device provided by the present invention integrates the physical structures of the steam ablation host and the endoscope host separated in the prior art, and integrates the business logic of the two, so that the two parts of the function share the host casing, LCD screen, and front panel, and realize unified device control logic, which significantly improves the efficiency and convenience of prostate hyperplasia treatment.

[0017] First, by integrating steam ablation and endoscope functions into the same host, the space occupied is greatly reduced, making the operating room layout more compact and improving space utilization; at the same time, the integrated design eliminates the disadvantages of multiple hosts running independently, realizes the synchronous display and processing of steam ablation and endoscopic images, enhances the automated process control and decision-making capabilities, and provides doctors with more intuitive and comprehensive treatment information.

[0018] Secondly, the built-in intelligent flushing function of the present invention effectively solves the problem of blurred endoscope field of view caused by steam covering. By real-time monitoring of the blur degree of the lens and automatically triggering the flushing system when it detects that the blur exceeds a preset threshold, it ensures the clarity of the field of view during treatment, reduces the doctor's operating burden, and improves the safety and accuracy of treatment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 The overall system structure and unit schematic diagram of a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device provided by the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 Flowchart of the image processing algorithm controlling the cleaning system.

[0021] Figure numerals: 1. Host; 11. Human-computer interaction unified interface; 12. Business main control system; 13. Steam heating / flushing system; 14. Water injection system; 15. Steam output interface; 16. Endoscopic image processing system; 17. Image input interface. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by technicians in the technical field of this application; the terms used in the specification of the application are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present application; the terms "including" and "having" in the specification of this application and the above-mentioned drawings and any variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions.

[0023] Reference to "embodiments" herein means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in conjunction with the embodiments may be included in at least one embodiment of the present application. The appearance of the phrase in various locations in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it an independent or alternative embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It is explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein may be combined with other embodiments.

[0024] The embodiment of the present invention provides a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device and a method of use, such as Figure 1As shown, a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device and a method of use, the device integrates steam ablation function and endoscope function, including a host 1, the host 1 includes: a human-computer interaction unified interface 11, which is used to provide an intuitive and easy-to-use operation interface, responsible for receiving user instructions, and realizing one-stop control of steam ablation and endoscope functions; a business main control system 12, as the core control unit of the device, coordinates the work of each subsystem to realize the synchronous display and processing of steam ablation and endoscope images; a steam heating / flushing system 13, according to the instructions of the business main control system 12, performs steam ablation operations to perform steam ablation treatment on prostate hyperplasia of patients, or performs lens flushing operations to remove steam on the surface of the endoscope; a water injection system 14, used to inject water into the steam heating / flushing system 13 to provide steam ablation operations The host 1 is provided with a necessary water source and can provide a high-pressure water flow to remove the steam on the lens during the flushing process; the endoscopic image processing system 16 is used to analyze the images collected by the endoscope in real time, monitor the degree of lens blur, and trigger the flushing function accordingly; wherein, a steam output interface 15 is provided on the host 1 to connect the steam ablation catheter, which is used to deliver the steam generated by heating to the lesion area for ablation treatment; the host 1 is also provided with an image input interface 17 to connect the endoscopic camera, receive high-definition video signals, and provide raw data for the image processing system; and the steam heating / flushing system 13 and the endoscopic image processing system 16 are linked through the business main control system 12, and the various systems of the host 1 are connected through an internal bus to realize the integrated control of steam ablation and endoscopic observation, and realize the function of automatically flushing the endoscopic lens.

[0025] In this embodiment, the integrated device of steam ablation and endoscope host realizes the unification and convenient control of the operation interface by integrating steam ablation and endoscope functions into the host 1. The unified human-computer interaction interface 11 is intuitive and easy to use, supports one-stop reception and processing of user instructions, and effectively improves the efficiency of the treatment process. The business main control system 12 is the core, coordinating the work of subsystems such as the steam heating / flushing system 13, the water injection system 14 and the endoscopic image processing system 16, ensuring the synchronous display and processing of steam ablation and endoscopic images, and providing doctors with more intuitive and comprehensive treatment information. The steam heating / flushing system 13 not only performs steam ablation operations, but also has an intelligent flushing function, which automatically triggers flushing according to the degree of lens blur monitored by the endoscopic image processing system 16, ensuring the clarity of the field of view during treatment. The water injection system 14 ensures the water supply required for steam ablation and flushing operations, further enhancing the practicality and safety of the equipment. In summary, this embodiment realizes the integrated control of steam ablation and endoscopic observation through the close cooperation and efficient linkage of various components, which significantly improves the efficiency, convenience and safety of prostate hyperplasia treatment.

[0026] In a further preferred embodiment of the present invention, the human-computer interaction unified interface 11 adopts a combination of physical buttons and a liquid crystal screen.

[0027] In this embodiment, the human-computer interaction unified interface 11 adopts a combination of physical buttons and LCD screens. This design not only retains the intuitiveness and reliability of physical buttons, which is convenient for doctors to operate quickly in emergency situations, but also incorporates the display advantages of LCD screens, and can provide clear and detailed operation instructions and status feedback. Doctors can intuitively view the synchronous display of steam ablation and endoscopic images, as well as various parameters and operating status of the equipment through the LCD screen, so as to make more accurate and efficient treatment decisions.

[0028] In a further preferred embodiment of the present invention, the human-computer interaction unified interface 11 adopts a touch screen.

[0029] In this embodiment, the unified human-computer interaction interface 11 adopts a touch screen. This design completely changes the operation mode of traditional equipment and brings a more intuitive and convenient operation experience to users. The touch screen not only supports a variety of operation gestures such as finger touch and slide, but also can display various parameters of the equipment, operating status and synchronous pictures of steam ablation and endoscopic images in real time, so that doctors can understand the treatment process at a glance. In addition, the touch screen interface is flexible in design and can be customized according to the actual needs of doctors, further improving the friendliness and ease of use of the user interface. This design not only improves the treatment efficiency, but also reduces the operating burden of doctors, providing strong support for the precise treatment of diseases such as prostate hyperplasia.

[0030] In a further preferred embodiment of the present invention, the endoscopic image processing system 16 has a built-in image recognition and processing algorithm, which can monitor the blur level of the endoscopic lens in real time, and send an alarm signal to the business main control system 12 when it is detected that the blur exceeds a preset threshold.

[0031] In this embodiment, the endoscope image processing system 16 has been significantly enhanced, with advanced image recognition and processing algorithms built in. This innovative design enables the system to monitor the blur of the endoscope lens in real time, thereby ensuring the clarity of the field of view during treatment. When it is detected that the blur of the lens exceeds the preset threshold, the system can quickly send an alarm signal to the service main control system 12, triggering the flushing function in time to remove steam or dirt on the lens. This function not only improves the continuity and stability of the treatment process, but also effectively avoids misdiagnosis or treatment errors caused by blurred vision.

[0032] In a further preferred embodiment of the present invention, the steam heating / flushing system 13 integrates a steam generating device and a flushing device, and can automatically start the flushing function according to the instruction of the endoscopic image processing system 16 during the steam ablation process to ensure a clear field of view under the endoscope.

[0033] In this embodiment, the steam heating / flushing system 13 realizes a high degree of integration between the steam generating device and the flushing device. This innovative design greatly improves the automation and intelligence level of the equipment. During the steam ablation process, the system can receive instructions from the endoscopic image processing system 16 in real time. Once it detects that the lens blur exceeds the preset threshold, it can automatically start the flushing function to ensure that the visual field under the microscope always remains clear. This function not only simplifies the operation process and reduces the difficulty of operation for doctors, but also improves the safety and efficiency of the treatment process. In addition, the integrated design of the steam heating / flushing system 13 also makes the equipment structure more compact, reduces space occupancy, and facilitates flexible deployment in limited surgical environments.

[0034] The present invention also provides a method for using a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device, the method is applied to the above-mentioned steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device, such as Figure 2 As shown, the method comprises the following steps:

[0035] a. After the device is started, the human-computer interaction unified interface 11 receives the operation instruction;

[0036] b. The business main control system 12 controls the water injection system 14 to inject water into the steam heating / flushing system 13 according to the instruction, and controls the steam heating / flushing system 13 to deliver steam to the lesion area through the steam output interface 15 and the steam ablation catheter according to the instruction for steam ablation treatment;

[0037] c. The endoscope image processing system 16 monitors the images collected by the endoscope in real time, and analyzes and processes the images, and analyzes the clarity of the visual field under the endoscope by analyzing the images;

[0038] d. When it is detected that the lens blur exceeds the preset threshold, an alarm signal is sent to the business main control system 12, which automatically triggers the flushing system to flush the endoscope and restore the clarity of the visual field under the endoscope.

[0039] In summary, compared with related technologies, the integrated steam ablation and endoscope host device and usage method provided by the present invention demonstrate significant innovation and practical advantages, and have brought revolutionary changes to the field of prostate hyperplasia treatment.

[0040] First of all, the present invention achieves the perfect integration of the steam ablation host and the endoscope host through the ingenious integration of the physical structure and business logic. This design not only greatly reduces the space occupied by the equipment, making the operating room layout more reasonable and compact, effectively improving the space utilization efficiency, but also eliminates the operational complexity brought about by the independent operation of multiple hosts in traditional equipment. The integrated equipment control logic makes it possible to display and process steam ablation and endoscopic images synchronously, enhances the automated control and decision-making capabilities, provides medical workers with more intuitive and comprehensive treatment information, and greatly improves the efficiency and convenience during the operation.

[0041] Secondly, the built-in intelligent flushing function of the present invention solves the problem of blurred endoscope vision that has long plagued the medical field. During the operation, steam coverage can easily cause the endoscope lens to blur, affecting the doctor's clear observation. The intelligent flushing system of the present invention monitors the blur of the lens in real time and automatically starts flushing when the blur exceeds the preset threshold, ensuring the clarity of vision during the treatment process. This innovative design not only reduces the doctor's operating burden, but also improves the safety and accuracy of the operation, playing a key role in improving the overall treatment effect.

[0042] In the several embodiments provided in this application, it should be understood that the disclosed device can be implemented in other ways.

[0043] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit the scope of protection of the invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, rather than all embodiments. Based on these embodiments, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, ordinary technicians in this field can still combine, add, delete or make other adjustments to the features in the various embodiments of the present invention according to the circumstances without conflict, without making creative work, so as to obtain different other technical solutions that do not deviate from the concept of the present invention in essence, and these technical solutions also belong to the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device, characterized in that: The device integrates steam ablation function and endoscope function, and comprises a host (1), wherein the host (1) comprises: A unified human-computer interaction interface (11) is used to provide an intuitive and easy-to-use operation interface, responsible for receiving user instructions and realizing one-stop control of steam ablation and endoscope functions; The business main control system (12), as the core control unit of the equipment, coordinates the work of each subsystem to achieve synchronous display and processing of steam ablation and endoscopic images; The steam heating / flushing system (13) performs a steam ablation operation according to the instruction of the business main control system (12) to perform steam ablation treatment on the patient's prostate hyperplasia, or performs a lens flushing operation to remove steam from the surface of the endoscope; A water injection system (14) is used to inject water into the steam heating / flushing system (13) to provide a necessary water source for the steam ablation operation and to provide a high-pressure water flow to clear steam on the lens during the flushing process; An endoscope image processing system (16) for analyzing images collected by the endoscope in real time, monitoring the degree of lens blur, and triggering a flushing function accordingly; The host (1) is provided with a steam output interface (15) connected to a steam ablation catheter for delivering steam generated by heating to the lesion area for ablation treatment; The host (1) is also provided with an image input interface (17) for connecting to an endoscope camera, receiving high-definition video signals, and providing raw data for the image processing system; The steam heating / flushing system (13) and the endoscopic image processing system (16) are linked via the business main control system (12), and the various systems of the host (1) are connected via an internal bus, thereby realizing integrated control of steam ablation and endoscopic observation, and realizing the function of automatically flushing the endoscopic lens.

2. The integrated steam ablation and endoscope host device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The human-machine interaction unified interface (11) adopts a combination of physical buttons and a liquid crystal screen.

3. The integrated steam ablation and endoscope host device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The human-computer interaction unified interface (11) adopts a touch screen.

4. The integrated steam ablation and endoscope host device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The endoscope image processing system (16) has a built-in image recognition and processing algorithm, which can monitor the blur level of the endoscope lens in real time and send an alarm signal to the business main control system (12) when it is detected that the blur exceeds a preset threshold.

5. The integrated steam ablation and endoscope host device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steam heating / flushing system (13) integrates a steam generating device and a flushing device, and can automatically start the flushing function according to the instructions of the endoscope image processing system (16) during the steam ablation process to ensure a clear field of view under the endoscope.

6. A method for using a steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device, characterized in that: The method is applied to the steam ablation and endoscope host integrated device as described in claims 1 to 5 above, and the method comprises the following steps: a. After the device is started, the human-computer interaction unified interface (11) receives the operation instruction; b. The business main control system (12) controls the water injection system (14) to inject water into the steam heating / flushing system (13) according to the instructions, and controls the steam heating / flushing system (13) to deliver steam to the lesion area through the steam output interface (15) and the steam ablation catheter according to the instructions to perform steam ablation treatment; c. An endoscope image processing system (16) monitors the images collected by the endoscope in real time, and analyzes and processes the images, and analyzes the clarity of the visual field under the endoscope by analyzing the images; d. When it is detected that the lens blur exceeds the preset threshold, an alarm signal is sent to the business main control system (12), which automatically triggers the flushing system to flush the endoscope and restore the clarity of the visual field under the endoscope.

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