Universal remote control module carried on ophthalmology YAG laser machine and control method of universal remote control module

Abstract

The embodiment of the invention provides a universal remote control module carried on an ophthalmology YAG laser machine and a control method thereof, and relates to the technical field of medical equipment control, and the universal remote control module comprises a fixing device which is used for being connected with a handle of the ophthalmology YAG laser machine; the remote control device comprises a connecting block, an operation module and a remote control module, the connecting block is connected with the fixing device, the operation module comprises an execution driving mechanism and an execution part, the execution driving mechanism is connected with the connecting block, the execution part is connected with the output end of the execution driving mechanism, and the execution driving mechanism is used for driving the execution part to act. And the remote control module is used for receiving an instruction and controlling the execution driving mechanism to act. In the embodiment of the invention, the universal remote control module can be suitable for a common ophthalmology YAG laser machine, can remotely control the common ophthalmology YAG laser machine, and is beneficial to realizing sinking of high-quality medical resources.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of medical equipment control technology, and in particular to a universal remote control module mounted on an ophthalmic YAG laser machine and a control method thereof. Background Art

[0002] After-cataract and angle-closure glaucoma are two common eye diseases that can significantly affect vision. Among them, after-cataract is one of the most common complications that lead to decreased vision after cataract surgery, with an incidence rate of 30%-50%; and it is estimated that there are more than 20 million people with angle-closure glaucoma in the country.

[0003] Among the related technologies, YAG laser is an important treatment method for post-cataract and angle-closure glaucoma, such as YAG laser-based posterior capsulotomy and peripheral iridotomy. However, there are relatively few ophthalmologists with YAG surgery qualifications nationwide and their distribution is uneven. Patients in many areas cannot receive timely diagnosis and treatment in local primary hospitals. Summary of the invention

[0004] The present application aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present application proposes a universal remote control module mounted on an ophthalmic YAG laser machine and a control method thereof, which can be mounted on a slit lamp or a YAG laser instrument to realize remote ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment of multiple diseases.

[0005] An embodiment of one aspect of the present application provides a universal remote control module mounted on an ophthalmic YAG laser machine, comprising:

[0006] A fixing device, used for connecting with the handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine;

[0007] The remote control device comprises a connecting block, an operating module and a remote control module, wherein the connecting block is connected to the fixing device, the operating module comprises an execution drive mechanism and an actuator, the execution drive mechanism is connected to the connecting block, the actuator is connected to the output end of the execution drive mechanism, the execution drive mechanism is used to drive the actuator to move so that the actuator moves the button, and the remote control module is used to receive instructions and control the action of the execution drive mechanism.

[0008] Furthermore, the actuator is presenting a fan-shaped structure, and the actuator driving mechanism is used to drive the actuator to rotate, and the trajectory swept by the actuator passes through the location of the button; or, the actuator is located above the button, and the actuator driving mechanism is used to drive the actuator to move in a straight line so that the actuator can press the button.

[0009] Furthermore, the remote control module includes a communication component and a control component, the communication component is used to receive instructions, the communication component is connected to the control component, and the control component controls the execution drive mechanism according to the received instructions.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a transmission control device, which is connected to the remote control module. The remote control module is used to control the transmission control device to drive the handle to change its position so as to adjust the focus of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0011] Furthermore, the transmission control device includes a support seat, a first linear drive component and a second linear drive component, the support seat is connected to the fixing device, the first linear drive component is used to drive the support seat to move along the first direction, and the second linear drive component drives the first linear drive component to move along the second direction to drive the support seat to move along the second direction.

[0012] Furthermore, the first linear drive component includes a first slide and a first driving mechanism, the support seat is movably mounted on the first slide, and the first driving mechanism is used to drive the support seat to move; the second linear drive component includes a second slide and a second driving mechanism, the first slide is movably mounted on the second slide, and the second driving mechanism is used to drive the first slide to move.

[0013] Furthermore, the fixing device comprises a fixing portion, the fixing portion is a non-closed annular structure with an opening on one side, and the fixing portion defines a fixing space for accommodating the handle.

[0014] Furthermore, the remote control device comprises a shell, the shell is mounted on the connecting block, and the remote control module is mounted in a mounting cavity of the shell.

[0015] Another aspect of the present application provides a control method, which is applied to the universal remote control module mounted on an ophthalmic YAG laser machine as described above, and includes the following steps:

[0016] Adjusting the focus of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine by means of the handle;

[0017] In response to the operation of the user end, the remote control module receives the operation instruction sent by the user end, and controls the execution drive mechanism to start according to the operation instruction, so as to drive the execution member to toggle the button on the handle.

[0018] Further, the universal remote control module includes a transmission control device, the transmission control device includes a support seat, a first linear drive component and a second linear drive component, the support seat is connected to the fixing device, the first linear drive component is used to drive the support seat to move along a first direction, and the second linear drive component is used to drive the support seat to move along a second direction. The step of adjusting the focus of the YAG laser machine by the handle includes:

[0019] In response to the operation of the user end, the remote control module controls the movement of the first linear motion assembly and the second linear motion assembly to drive the handle to move in the first direction and the second direction through the support base.

[0020] It can be seen from the above technical solutions that the embodiments of the present application have at least the following beneficial effects:

[0021] In the embodiment of the present application, the universal remote control module is connected to the handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine through a fixing device, and the remote control module is used to remotely control the operation module to remotely control the ophthalmic YAG laser machine. In practical applications, the remote control module can realize remote communication, so that the operator can remotely control the execution drive mechanism by sending operation instructions to the remote control module, thereby achieving the purpose of remotely operating the buttons in the handle. In the embodiment of the present application, the universal remote control module can be applied to common ophthalmic YAG laser machines, and can remotely control common ophthalmic YAG laser machines, which is conducive to reducing equipment costs and helping to realize the sinking of high-quality medical resources. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative labor.

[0023] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of a universal remote control module provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Figure 2 A schematic top view of a partial structure of a universal remote control module provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0025] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a housing in a universal remote control module provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0026] Figure 4A schematic diagram of the structure of a universal remote control module provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0027] Figure 5 A partial structural schematic diagram of a transmission control device in a universal remote control module provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0028] Reference numerals:

[0029] 110. fixed part; 111. fixed space;

[0030] 210, connecting block; 220, housing; 221, mounting cavity; 231, actuator; 232, actuator;

[0031] 310, support seat; 321, first slide; 3211, connecting part; 3221, first screw rod; 331, second slide; 3321, second screw rod. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0033] Common ophthalmic YAG laser machines include a handle, and the focus of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine can be adjusted by driving the handle to swing. The handle has a button, which is used to control the start of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine. By turning the button, the ophthalmic YAG laser machine can start YAG laser treatment on the patient after focusing. After the ophthalmic YAG laser machine is started, the ophthalmic YAG laser machine can automatically perform laser treatment on the patient. However, operating the YAG laser machine requires the operator to have YAG surgery qualifications. At present, there is a relative shortage of ophthalmologists with YAG surgery qualifications nationwide and the geographical distribution is uneven. Patients in many areas cannot receive timely diagnosis and treatment in local primary hospitals.

[0034] In view of this, an embodiment of the first aspect of the present application proposes a universal remote control module to effectively solve the aforementioned problem.

[0035] See also Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of the first aspect of the present application discloses a universal remote control module. By installing the universal remote control module in a common ophthalmic YAG laser machine, remote control of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine can be achieved, thereby realizing remote ophthalmic diagnosis and treatment of multiple diseases.

[0036] Among them, the YAG in YAG laser is the abbreviation of yttrium aluminum garnet crystal (Y3Al5O12), which is a laser matrix with excellent comprehensive properties (optical, mechanical and thermal).

[0037] The following will be combined Figures 1 to 4 The universal remote control module disclosed in the embodiment of the present application is specifically explained and illustrated. In the following embodiment, the universal remote control module is installed in an ophthalmic YAG laser machine as an example for description.

[0038] See also Figures 1 to 5 The universal remote control module in this embodiment includes a fixing device and a remote control device. Specifically, the fixing device is used to connect with the handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine; the remote control device includes a connecting block 210, an operating module and a remote control module, the connecting block 210 is connected to the fixing device, the operating module includes an execution drive mechanism 231 and an actuator 232, the execution drive mechanism 231 is connected to the connecting block 210, the actuator 232 is connected to the output end of the execution drive mechanism 231, the execution drive mechanism 231 is used to drive the actuator 232 to move, so that the actuator 232 toggles the button, and the remote control module is used to receive instructions and control the execution drive mechanism 231 to move.

[0039] In the embodiment of the present application, the universal remote control module is connected to the handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine through a fixing device, and the remote control module can control the execution drive mechanism 231. In practical applications, the remote control module can realize remote communication, so that the operator can remotely control the execution drive mechanism 231 by sending operation instructions to the remote control module, so as to achieve the purpose of remotely operating the buttons in the handle.

[0040] In the embodiment of the present application, the universal remote control module can be applicable to common ophthalmic YAG laser machines, and can remotely control common ophthalmic YAG laser machines, which is beneficial to reduce equipment update costs and help to realize the sinking of high-quality medical resources.

[0041] In some possible embodiments, the ophthalmic YAG laser machine is a slit lamp or a YAG laser.

[0042] In some embodiments of the present application, see Figures 1 to 4 The actuator driving mechanism 231 is used to drive the actuator 232 to rotate. By rotating the actuator 232 to a certain angle, the actuator 232 can turn the button to achieve remote control. The installation position of the actuator 232 satisfies the position of the button on the handle so that the actuator 232 can turn the button to start the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0043] In a possible embodiment, the first driving mechanism includes a motor, and the actuator 232 is a fan-shaped structure. One end of the actuator 232 is connected to the output end of the motor. By driving the actuator 232 to rotate, the other end of the actuator 232 can be made to toggle a button in the handle, thereby realizing the function of the button in the remote control handle.

[0044] Of course, in other possible embodiments, the first driving mechanism can be a linear driving mechanism, such as the first driving mechanism includes a linear motor or a cylinder, the actuator 232 is located above the button of the handle, and the first driving mechanism starts the ophthalmic YAG laser machine by driving the actuator 232 to approach and press the button on the handle.

[0045] In some embodiments of the present application, the remote control module includes a communication component and a control component. The communication component is used to receive instructions. The communication component is connected to the control component. The control component controls the execution drive mechanism 231 according to the received instructions.

[0046] For example, in one possible implementation, the operator remotely sends an operation instruction to the communication component. After receiving the operation instruction, the communication component inputs the operation instruction to the control component. The control component controls the execution drive mechanism 231 to move according to the received operation instruction, and the execution drive mechanism 231 drives the actuator 232 to push the button in the handle.

[0047] Among them, the communication component can realize remote communication through a WIFI module, and can also realize remote communication through a wired connection.

[0048] In some embodiments of the present application, see Figure 5 The universal remote control module also includes a transmission control device, which is connected to the remote control module. The remote control module is used to control the transmission control device to drive the handle to change its position to adjust the focus of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0049] In some embodiments of the present application, see Figure 5The transmission control device includes a support seat 310, a first linear drive component and a second linear drive component. The support seat 310 is connected to the fixing device, and the support seat 310 is connected to the first linear drive component. The first linear drive component is used to drive the support seat 310 to move in the first direction. The second linear drive component drives the first linear drive component to move in the second direction to drive the support seat 310 to move in the second direction. The first direction and the second direction intersect in a horizontal plane, that is, the first direction and the second direction are located in the same horizontal plane and the two are not in the same straight line. In this way, the first linear drive component and the second linear drive component can be used to drive the support seat 310 to move at various positions in the horizontal plane. Since the support seat 310 is connected to the fixing device, and the fixing device is connected to the handle, the support seat 310 can drive the handle to move in the first direction and the second direction, thereby realizing the refocusing of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0050] It should be noted that the first direction is Figure 5 The X direction in the second direction is Figure 5 in the Y direction.

[0051] In some embodiments of this application, please continue to refer to Figure 5 The first linear drive assembly includes a first slide 321 and a first drive mechanism, the support seat 310 is movably mounted on the first slide 321, and the first drive mechanism is used to drive the support seat 310 to move; the second linear drive assembly includes a second slide 331 and a second drive mechanism, the first slide 321 is movably mounted on the second slide 331, and the second drive mechanism is used to drive the first slide 321 to move. In this embodiment, the first drive mechanism can drive the support seat 310 to reciprocate along the first slide 321 in the first direction (i.e., the X direction); the second drive mechanism can drive the first slide 321 to reciprocate in the second direction (i.e., the Y direction), thereby driving the support seat 310 and the fixing device to reciprocate along the second direction. In this way, by controlling the coordinated actions of the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism, the handle can be adjusted in the first direction and the second direction, thereby realizing the refocusing of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0052] Further, see Figure 5 The first driving mechanism includes a first motor, a first screw rod 3221 and a support seat 310. The support seat 310 is threadedly connected to the first screw rod 3221. The first motor drives the first screw rod 3221 to rotate to drive the support seat 310 to reciprocate along the X direction on the first slide 321.

[0053] Further, see Figure 5The second driving mechanism includes a second screw rod 3321 and a second motor. The first slide 321 includes a connecting portion 3211. The connecting portion 3211 is threadedly connected to the second screw rod 3321. The second motor drives the second screw rod 3321 to rotate to drive the connecting portion 3211 to move relative to the second screw rod 3321. In this way, the first slide 321 can be driven to reciprocate along the Y direction, thereby changing the relative position of the support seat 310 in the Y direction.

[0054] In some embodiments of the present application, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The fixing device includes a fixing portion 110, which is a non-closed annular structure with an opening on one side, and the open non-closed annular structure of the fixing portion 110 defines a fixing space 111 for accommodating the handle. In this way, the fixing device can be conveniently installed on the handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0055] In one possible implementation, see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The fixing portion 110 is configured to conform to the handle, so that the fixing portion 110 can better contact the handle, avoiding looseness between the fixing portion 110 and the handle, and improving the adjustment accuracy of the handle, thereby improving the accuracy of focus adjustment.

[0056] In one embodiment of the present application, the support base 310 is provided with a calibration line parallel to the central axis of the front mirror of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine, which is used to enable rapid positioning between the remote control module and the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0057] In some embodiments of the present application, see Figures 1 to 3 The remote control device includes a housing 220, the housing 220 is mounted on the connection block 210, and the remote control module is mounted in a mounting cavity 221 of the housing 220. The housing 220 can provide protection for the remote control module.

[0058] In one embodiment, the remote control module includes a fixing device and a remote control device, wherein the remote control device includes a connection block 210, a steering gear, a single-chip microcomputer, a WIFI module, and a housing 220. The steering gear and the single-chip microcomputer are installed in the housing 220, and the steering gear and the single-chip microcomputer are connected via a data line. The housing 220 is connected to the fixing device via the connection block 210, and the opening of the fixing device is connected to the operating handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine, thereby achieving fixation.

[0059] When performing remote YAG laser surgery in ophthalmology, first, fix the fixture on the handle of the ophthalmic YAG device. The MCU WIFI module of the remote control device is connected to the indoor WIFI. After the test is correct, the doctor can use the IoT software to control the MCU WIFI module to control the servo to press the button in the handle of the YAG laser machine, thereby realizing remote YAG surgery treatment.

[0060] Furthermore, the remote control module includes a transmission control device, which includes a support seat 310, a first linear drive component and a second linear drive component. The support seat 310 is connected to a fixing device, and the first linear drive component is used to drive the support seat 310 to move in a first direction. The second linear drive component drives the first linear drive component to move in a second direction to drive the support seat 310 to move in the second direction. When performing YAG laser surgery, first, the fixing device is fixed to the handle of the YAG laser machine, the fixing device is connected to the support seat 310 of the transmission control device, and the remote control module is connected to the transmission control device. The patient's lower jaw is placed on the head frame mandibular support of the YAG laser machine and the head position is maintained. At this time, the doctor at the remote end controls the first linear drive component and the second linear drive component through a computer to adjust the laser focus. After focusing, the doctor at the remote end presses a button to drive the remote control device to remotely excite the laser, thereby realizing local unmanned ophthalmic YAG laser treatment.

[0061] The control method disclosed in the embodiment of another aspect of the present application is applied to the universal remote control module mounted on the ophthalmic YAG laser machine as described above, and includes the following steps:

[0062] Adjust the focus of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine through the handle;

[0063] In response to the operation of the user end, the remote control module receives the operation instruction sent by the user end, and controls the execution drive mechanism 231 to start according to the operation instruction, so as to control the execution drive mechanism 231 to drive the execution member 232 to toggle the button on the handle.

[0064] In this way, the ophthalmic YAG laser machine can be remotely controlled.

[0065] It is worth understanding that in the embodiments of the present application, when focusing the ophthalmic YAG laser machine, it can be done on-site by medical staff on site, or it can be achieved through mechanical structure and remote control, which is not limited here.

[0066] In some embodiments of the present application, the general-purpose remote control module includes a transmission control device. The transmission control device includes a support base 310, a first linear drive assembly, and a second linear drive assembly. The support base 310 is connected to the fixing device. The first linear drive assembly is used to drive the support base 310 to move in a first direction, and the second linear drive assembly is used to drive the support base 310 to move in a second direction. The step of adjusting the focus point of the YAG laser machine through the handle includes:

[0067] In response to an operation of the user terminal, the remote control module controls the first linear motion assembly and the second linear motion assembly to move, so as to drive the handle to move in the first direction and the second direction through the support base 310.

[0068] In this way, the handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine can be remotely controlled, so as to achieve remote focusing of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

[0069] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation to the present application.

[0070] The terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, the features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the present application, unless otherwise specified, the meaning of "plurality" is two or more.

[0071] In the description of the present application, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it may be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it may be directly connected, or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it may be the communication inside two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to specific situations.

[0072] In the description of this specification, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0073] It should be understood that, although the steps in the flowchart of the accompanying drawings are displayed in sequence as indicated by the arrows, these steps are not necessarily executed in sequence in the order indicated by the arrows. Unless otherwise specified herein, there is no strict order restriction on the execution of these steps, and they can be executed in other orders. Moreover, at least a part of the steps in the flowchart of the accompanying drawings may include multiple sub-steps or multiple stages, and these sub-steps or stages are not necessarily executed at the same time, but can be executed at different times, and their execution order is not necessarily sequential, but can be executed in turn or alternately with other steps or at least a part of the sub-steps or stages of other steps.

Claims

1. A universal remote control module mounted on an ophthalmic YAG laser machine, characterized in that: include: A fixing device, used for connecting with the handle of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine; The remote control device comprises a connecting block, an operating module and a remote control module, wherein the connecting block is connected to the fixing device, the operating module comprises an execution drive mechanism and an actuator, the execution drive mechanism is connected to the connecting block, the actuator is connected to the output end of the execution drive mechanism, the execution drive mechanism is used to drive the actuator to move so that the actuator moves the button, and the remote control module is used to receive instructions and control the action of the execution drive mechanism.

2. The universal remote control module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The actuator is in a fan-shaped structure, and the actuator driving mechanism is used to drive the actuator to rotate, and the track swept by the actuator passes through the location of the button; Alternatively, the actuator is located above the button, and the actuator driving mechanism is used to drive the actuator to move linearly so that the actuator can press the button.

3. The universal remote control module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The remote control module includes a communication component and a control component. The communication component is used to receive instructions. The communication component is connected to the control component. The control component controls the execution drive mechanism according to the received instructions.

4. The universal remote control module according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: It also includes a transmission control device, which is connected to the remote control module. The remote control module is used to control the transmission control device to drive the handle to change its position so as to adjust the focus of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine.

5. The universal remote control module according to claim 4, characterized in that: The transmission control device includes a support seat, a first linear drive component and a second linear drive component. The support seat is connected to the fixing device. The first linear drive component is used to drive the support seat to move along a first direction. The second linear drive component drives the first linear drive component to move along a second direction to drive the support seat to move along the second direction.

6. The universal remote control module according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first linear drive component includes a first slide and a first drive mechanism, the support seat is movably mounted on the first slide, and the first drive mechanism is used to drive the support seat to move; the second linear drive component includes a second slide and a second drive mechanism, the first slide is movably mounted on the second slide, and the second drive mechanism is used to drive the first slide to move.

7. The universal remote control module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing device comprises a fixing portion, which is a non-closed annular structure with an opening on one side, and the fixing portion defines a fixing space for accommodating the handle.

8. The universal remote control module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The remote control device comprises a shell, the shell is mounted on the connecting block, and the remote control module is mounted in a mounting cavity of the shell.

9. A control method, characterized in that: The universal remote control module used in an ophthalmic YAG laser machine as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 8 comprises the following steps: Adjusting the focus of the ophthalmic YAG laser machine by means of the handle; In response to the operation of the user end, the remote control module receives the operation instruction sent by the user end, and controls the execution drive mechanism to start according to the operation instruction, so as to drive the execution member to toggle the button on the handle.

10. The control method according to claim 9, characterized in that: The universal remote control module includes a transmission control device, which includes a support seat, a first linear drive component and a second linear drive component. The support seat is connected to the fixing device. The first linear drive component is used to drive the support seat to move along a first direction. The second linear drive component is used to drive the support seat to move along a second direction. The step of adjusting the focus of the YAG laser machine by the handle includes: In response to the operation of the user end, the remote control module controls the movement of the first linear motion assembly and the second linear motion assembly to drive the handle to move in the first direction and the second direction through the support base.

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