Article and ultrasonic diagnostic system
By designing the device to detect objects falling from the probe while the operator is wearing it, the problem of the probe falling due to the operator forgetting to wear it is solved. This ensures the safety of the object being worn before scanning and prevents damage to the probe.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GE PRECISION HEALTHCARE LLC
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-19
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-09
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to an article for preventing an ultrasonic probe from falling, and an ultrasonic diagnostic system incorporating the article. Background Technology
[0002] Ultrasound diagnostic devices are known as non-invasive imaging devices for examining a subject. These devices include an ultrasound probe with a transducer. When scanning a subject, the operator holds the probe and manipulates it while scanning the area being examined. In this way, ultrasound images of the patient's area can be obtained.
[0003] Materials known for the transducers contained in ultrasonic probes include PZT (lead zirconate titanate) and PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride).
[0004] Existing technical documents
[0005] Patent documents
[0006] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2022-175193 Summary of the Invention
[0007] The problem the invention aims to solve
[0008] The transducer is very thin, and if the operator drops the ultrasound probe while scanning the patient, it can sometimes be damaged. Therefore, to prevent the ultrasound probe from being dropped while the operator is scanning the patient, there are known items that connect the ultrasound probe's cable to the operator's wrist.
[0009] This item features a wristband that can be worn on the operator's wrist, and a strap for connecting the wristband to the ultrasound probe (or the ultrasound probe's cable). By using this item, even if the operator accidentally lets the probe slip from their hand during a patient scan, the probe can be prevented from falling and thus avoiding damage.
[0010] However, operators sometimes forget to wear anti-drop protection when scanning patients. In such cases, because the anti-drop protection is not used, if the operator accidentally lets go of the probe during the scan, the probe may fall and be damaged.
[0011] Therefore, there is a need for a technology that can improve the scanning of subjects when the operator is not wearing anti-drop protection.
[0012] Technical solution
[0013] The first aspect of the present invention is an article configured to be worn by the operator of an ultrasound diagnostic device to prevent the ultrasound probe of the device from falling off.
[0014] It has a detection unit to determine whether the aforementioned items are worn by the operator.
[0015] If the aforementioned detection unit detects that the aforementioned item is being worn by the operator, the aforementioned ultrasonic diagnostic device is set to perform the prescribed actions.
[0016] A second aspect of the invention is an ultrasonic diagnostic system that has the function of preventing the ultrasonic probe from falling off.
[0017] Includes: an ultrasound diagnostic device comprising an ultrasound probe; and
[0018] An item configured to be worn on the operator of the aforementioned ultrasound diagnostic device to prevent the ultrasound probe from falling off, wherein the item has a detection unit for detecting whether the item is worn on the operator.
[0019] If the aforementioned detection unit detects that the aforementioned item is being worn by the operator, the aforementioned ultrasonic diagnostic device is set to perform the prescribed actions.
[0020] The effects of the invention
[0021] In this invention, a detection unit is included to detect whether an anti-drop device for the ultrasonic probe is worn by the operator. When the device detects that the device is worn, the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus performs a predetermined action. Therefore, if the operator is not wearing the anti-drop device, the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus does not perform any action, thus ensuring that the operator wears the anti-drop device before scanning the subject. This prevents scanning the subject when the operator is not wearing the anti-drop device, thereby avoiding the risk of the probe falling and being damaged during scanning. Attached Figure Description
[0022] Figure 1 This is a diagram showing the scanning of the subject 57 using the ultrasound diagnostic system 100 of this embodiment.
[0023] Figure 2 This is a block diagram of the ultrasound diagnostic system 100.
[0024] Figure 3 This is an illustration of item 20.
[0025] Figure 4 This is an explanatory diagram of wristband 21.
[0026] Figure 5 This is an explanatory diagram of the testing department.
[0027] Figure 6 This diagram shows the situation where the detection unit 23 does not output the signal S1 indicating that the wristband 21 is worn on the wrist of the operator 56.
[0028] Figure 7 This is a diagram showing the operation flow of the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1.
[0029] Figure 8 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a warning used to urge operator 56 to wear wristband 21.
[0030] Figure 9 This is an explanatory diagram of the detection unit 23 in the second embodiment.
[0031] Figure 10 This diagram shows the situation where the detection unit 23 does not output the signal S2 indicating that the wristband 21 is not worn on the wrist of the operator 56. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The following describes specific embodiments, but the present invention is not limited to the following methods.
[0033] (1) First implementation method
[0034] Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the scanning of the subject 57 using the ultrasound diagnostic system 100 of this embodiment. Figure 2 This is a block diagram of the ultrasound diagnostic system 100.
[0035] The ultrasound diagnostic system 100 includes an ultrasound diagnostic device 1 and an article 20. The article 20 is used to prevent the ultrasound probe from falling. Details about the article 20 are described later.
[0036] The ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 includes a main body 15 and an ultrasonic probe 2. The main body 15 has a transmitting beamformer 3, a transmitter 4, a receiver 5, a receiving beamformer 6, a processor 7, a display unit 8, a memory 9, and a user interface 10.
[0037] The ultrasonic probe 2 has multiple vibrating elements 2a configured in an array. A transmitting beamformer 3 and a transmitter 4 drive the multiple vibrating elements 2a arranged within the ultrasonic probe 2, transmitting ultrasonic waves from the vibrating elements 2a. The ultrasonic waves transmitted from the vibrating elements 2a are transmitted through the subject 57 (reference). Figure 1The echo is reflected internally and received by the vibrating element 2a. The vibrating element 2a converts the received echo into an electrical signal and outputs this electrical signal as an echo signal to the receiver 5. The receiver 5 performs prescribed processing on the echo signal and outputs it to the receiving beamformer 6. The receiving beamformer 6 performs receiving beamforming on the signal received from the receiver 5 and outputs the echo data.
[0038] The receiving beamformer 6 can be a hardware beamformer or a software beamformer. When the receiving beamformer 6 is a software beamformer, it can include one or more processors, which include one or more of the following: i) a graphics processing unit (GPU), ii) a microprocessor, iii) a central processing unit (CPU), iv) a digital signal processor (DSP), and v) other types of processors capable of performing logical operations. The processor constituting the receiving beamformer 6 can be either a different processor from processor 7 or can be processor 7 itself.
[0039] The ultrasonic probe 2 may include all or part of the circuitry for transmitting beamforming and / or receiving beamforming. For example, all or part of the transmitting beamformer 3, transmitter 4, receiver 5, and receiving beamformer 6 may be disposed within the ultrasonic probe 2.
[0040] Processor 7 controls the transmitting beamformer 3, transmitter 4, receiver 5, and receiving beamformer 6. Additionally, processor 7 electronically communicates with the ultrasonic probe 2. Processor 7 controls which vibrating element 2a is active and the shape of the ultrasonic beam transmitted from the ultrasonic probe 2. Processor 7 also electronically communicates with the display unit 8. Processor 7 is capable of processing echo data and generating ultrasonic images. The term "electronic communication" can be defined as including both wired and wireless communication. According to one embodiment, processor 7 may include a central processing unit (CPU). According to other embodiments, processor 7 may include other electronic components capable of performing processing functions, such as a digital signal processor, a field-programmable gate array (FPGA), a graphics processing unit (GPU), or other types of processors. According to other embodiments, processor 7 may include multiple electronic components capable of performing processing functions. For example, processor 7 may include two or more electronic components selected from a list of electronic components, including a central processing unit, a digital signal processor, a field-programmable gate array, and a graphics processing unit.
[0041] Processor 7 may also include a composite demodulator (not shown) for demodulating RF data. In other embodiments, demodulation may be performed at an earlier stage of the processing chain.
[0042] Furthermore, the processor 7 can generate various ultrasonic images (e.g., B-mode images, color Doppler images, M-mode images, color M-mode images, spectral Doppler images, elastography images, TVI images, strain images, strain velocity images, etc.) based on the data processed by the receiving beamformer 6. Additionally, one or more modules can generate these ultrasonic images.
[0043] Image beams and / or image frames are stored, and timing information indicating the time when data is acquired in the memory can be recorded. To convert image frames from coordinate beam space to display space coordinates, the aforementioned module may, for example, include a scan conversion module that performs scan conversion operations. Alternatively, an image processor module may be provided that reads image frames from memory and displays them in real time during treatment of the subject. The image processor module is capable of storing image frames in image memory, reading ultrasound images from image memory, and displaying them on the display unit 8.
[0044] In this specification, the term "image" can broadly refer to both a visible image and the data representing the visible image. Additionally, the term "data" can include raw data of ultrasound data prior to the scan conversion operation and image data after the scan conversion operation.
[0045] It should be noted that the processing tasks described above, which are handled by processor 7, can also be executed by multiple processors.
[0046] In addition, when the receiving beamformer 6 is a software beamformer, the processing performed by the beamformer can be executed by a single processor or by multiple processors.
[0047] Display unit 8 is, for example, an LED (Light Emitting Diode) display unit, an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), or an organic EL (Electro-Luminescence) display unit. Display unit 8 displays an ultrasonic image. In the first embodiment, as... Figure 1 As shown, the display unit 8 includes a display monitor 18 and a touch panel 28, but the display unit 8 may also be composed of a single display unit instead of the display monitor 18 and the touch panel 28. Alternatively, two or more display devices may be provided instead of the display monitor 18 and the touch panel 28.
[0048] Memory 9 is any known data storage medium. In one example, the ultrasonic image display system includes both non-transitory storage media and transient storage media as memory. Alternatively, the ultrasonic image display system may include multiple memories. Non-transitory storage media include, for example, non-volatile storage media such as HDD (Hard Disk Drive) and ROM (Read-Only Memory). Non-transitory storage media may include portable storage media such as CD (Compact Disk) or DVD (Digital Versatile Disk). The program executed by processor 7 is stored in the non-transitory storage medium. Transient storage media are volatile storage media such as RAM (Random Access Memory).
[0049] The memory 9 stores one or more instructions that can be executed by the processor 7.
[0050] It should be noted that the processor 7 can also be configured to be connected to an external storage device (not shown) via wired or wireless means. In this case, the instructions that cause the processor 7 to execute can be distributed and stored in both the memory 9 and the external storage device.
[0051] User interface 10 can receive input from operator 56. For example, user interface 10 receives instructions and information input from operator 56. User interface 10 may include touch panel 28 and operation panel 38. Operation panel 38 includes keyboard, hard keys, trackball, rotation control, etc. In addition, touch panel 28 may display soft keys, buttons, etc.
[0052] In addition, the ultrasound diagnostic system 100 is equipped with an item 20 to prevent the probe 2 from falling off.
[0053] Figure 3 This is an illustration of item 20.
[0054] The item 20 includes a wristband 21 that can be worn on the wrist of the operator 56, and a strap 22 for connecting the wristband 21 to the probe cable 12 of the ultrasonic probe 2.
[0055] Figure 4 This is an explanatory diagram of wristband 21.
[0056] Figure 4 The upper part shows the wristband 21 in its state when worn on the wrist of the operator 56. Figure 4 The lower part shows the wristband 21 in the state of being removed from the operator's wrist 56.
[0057] The wristband 21 is configured such that its surface 21a and back surface 21b can be detachably attached to each other. For example, the surface 21a and back surface 21b can be made of hook and loop fasteners. Alternatively, the wristband 21 can be constructed as a strap, allowing it to be worn on the operator 56. When wearing the wristband 21, the operator 56 can wear it by peeling the back surface 21b off the surface 21a, wrapping the wristband 21 around their wrist, and pressing the back surface 21b against the surface 21a. Furthermore, the wristband 21 can be removed from the wrist by peeling the back surface 21b off the surface 21a. Thus, the wristband 21 is configured to switch between a first state where the back surface 21b is attached to the surface 21a and a second state where the back surface 21b is detached from the surface 21a.
[0058] By wearing the wristband 21 on the wrist, even if the operator 56 accidentally lets the probe 2 off his hand during the scanning of the subject, the probe 2 will not fall off, thus preventing damage to the probe 2.
[0059] However, when examining a patient, the operator 56 may sometimes forget to wear the anti-drop device 20 while scanning the subject. In such cases, since the anti-drop device 20 is not used when scanning the subject, if the operator 56 accidentally lets go of the probe 2 during the scanning process, the probe 2 may fall and be damaged.
[0060] Therefore, in this embodiment, to address this problem, the article 20 is equipped with a detection unit for detecting whether the operator 56 is wearing the wristband 21. This detection unit will be described below.
[0061] Figure 5 This is an explanatory diagram of the testing department.
[0062] The wristband 21 of the article 20 has a built-in detection unit 23 for detecting whether the wristband 21 is worn by the operator 56. When the back side 21b of the wristband 21 is mounted on the surface 21a, the detection unit 23 detects that the wristband 21 is wrapped around the operator 56's wrist (i.e., it detects that the wristband 21 is worn by the operator 56). When the wristband 21 is detected, a signal S1 indicating that the wristband 21 is worn by the operator 56 is output to the main body 15 of the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1. The signal S1 can be transmitted from the article 20 to the main body 15 via the probe cable 12, or it can be transmitted from the article 20 to the main body 15 wirelessly. If the main body 15 receives the signal S1, the processor 7 of the main body 15 sets the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 to an authorized mode that allows scanning of the subject. When the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 is set to authorized mode, if the operator 56 performs an operation on the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 to scan the subject, the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 can perform an action corresponding to the operation of the operator 56. Therefore, it is possible to scan the subject.
[0063] The detection unit 23 can be composed of, for example, a capacitive touch sensor and / or an optical sensor. For example, a heart rate sensor can be used as an optical sensor. Power can be supplied to these sensors via the probe cable 12, or a battery can be mounted on the wristband 21 to supply power to the sensors. Additionally, the detection unit 23 may include a button switch for detecting whether the surface 21a and the back 21b of the wristband 21 are attached to each other, and the presence or absence of the wristband 21 can be detected by switching the button switch on and off. A powerless switch can be used as the button switch.
[0064] exist Figure 5 Since the wristband 21 is worn on the wrist of the operator 56, even if the operator 56 accidentally lets go of the probe 2 from his hand during the scanning of the subject, the probe 2 can be prevented from falling and thus avoids damage to the probe 2.
[0065] Next, refer to Figure 6 The operation of detector 23 when operator 56 is not wearing wristband 21 is explained.
[0066] When the back side 21b of the wristband 21 is separated from the front side 21a, the detection unit 23 detects that the wristband 21 is not wrapped around the operator 56's wrist (i.e., the wristband 21 is not worn by the operator 56). In this case, since the detection unit 23 does not output a signal S1 indicating that the wristband 21 is worn on the operator 56's wrist, the processor 7 sets the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 to a disallowed mode that does not allow scanning of the subject. When the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set to the disallowed mode, even if the operator 56 performs an operation on the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 to perform a scan of the subject, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set not to perform the action corresponding to the operator 56's operation. Therefore, in the disallowed mode, it is set not to scan the subject.
[0067] It should be noted that in the disallowed mode, it can be set to not perform all operations of the ultrasound diagnostic device 1, or it can be set to not perform some operations of the ultrasound diagnostic device 1. For example, in the disallowed mode, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set so that the various buttons on the operation panel 38 are not functional, but it can also be set so that the various soft switches on the touch panel 28 are functional. Additionally, in the disallowed mode, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set so that the various soft switches on the touch panel 28 are not functional, but it can also be set so that the various buttons on the operation panel 38 are functional. Furthermore, it can also be set so that some buttons on the operation panel 38 are functional, but the remaining buttons are not functional. Similarly, it can also be set so that some soft switches on the touch panel 28 are functional, but the remaining soft switches are not functional.
[0068] As described above, when operator 56 is not wearing wristband 21, even if operator 56 operates the ultrasound diagnostic device 1, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 will not perform the actions corresponding to the operator's operation, therefore the operator cannot scan the subject. Therefore, operator 56 recognizes that the subject cannot be scanned without wristband 21, and thus wears wristband 21 on their wrist to scan the subject. If wristband 21 is worn on operator 56's wrist, then... Figure 5 As shown, the detection unit 23 outputs a signal S1 to the main body 15 of the ultrasound diagnostic device 1, indicating that the wristband 21 is worn on the wrist of the operator 56. Therefore, since the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set to a permitted mode that allows scanning of the subject, the operator is able to scan the subject.
[0069] As described above, when the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator's wrist, even if the operator 56 operates the ultrasound diagnostic device 1, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 will not perform any actions corresponding to the operator's operation. Therefore, when the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator's wrist, the operator 56 cannot enter the scanning phase of the subject, thus preventing the operator 56 from scanning the subject without wearing the wristband 21. Furthermore, when it is detected that the operator 56 is wearing the wristband 21, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set to the permitted mode for scanning the subject, thus allowing the operator 56 to scan the subject. Therefore, when scanning the subject, it can be ensured that the operator 56 is wearing the wristband 21, thus reliably preventing the probe 2 from falling off during the scanning process.
[0070] Next, refer to Figure 7 The flowchart describes the operation of the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 when using the article 20 constructed as described above to photograph the subject.
[0071] In step ST11, it is determined whether the detection unit 23 of item 20 detects that the wristband 21 is worn on the operator 56.
[0072] For example, such as Figure 6 As shown, when the operator 56 is not wearing the wristband 21, the detection unit 23 does not output a signal S1 indicating that the wristband 21 is worn on the operator 56's wrist. Therefore, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set to a disallowed mode that does not allow scanning of the subject. In this case, the operator 56 cannot scan the subject even if he operates the ultrasound diagnostic device 1. Therefore, scanning the subject without wearing the wristband 21 can be avoided when the operator 56 is not wearing the wristband 21.
[0073] On the other hand, such as Figure 5 As shown, when operator 56 wears wristband 21, detection unit 23 detects that wristband 21 is worn on operator 56. Then, proceed to step ST12.
[0074] In step ST12, the detection unit 23 outputs a signal S1 indicating that the wristband 21 is worn on the wrist of the operator 56 to the main body 15 of the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1. When the signal S1 is output, the process proceeds to step ST13.
[0075] In step ST13, the processor of the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 responds to signal S1 and switches the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 from a disallowed mode (where scanning of the subject is not permitted) to a permitted mode (where scanning of the subject is permitted). By switching to the permitted mode, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 can perform the scanning action on the subject according to the operation of the operator 56. After the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 switches to the permitted mode, the process proceeds to step ST14, where the operator 56 performs the scanning of the subject, and the process ends.
[0076] In this embodiment, when the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator's wrist, even if the operator 56 performs an operation on the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 to scan the subject, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 will not perform the action corresponding to the operator 56's operation. Therefore, when the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator's wrist, the operator 56 cannot scan the subject, thus preventing the operator 56 from operating the probe 2 without wearing the wristband 21.
[0077] On the other hand, when the operator 56 wears the wristband 21, a signal S1 indicating that the operator 56 is wearing the wristband 21 is sent to the main body 15 of the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1, and the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 is set to a permitted mode that allows scanning of the subject. Therefore, since the operator 56 performs the scanning of the subject while wearing the wristband 21, the risk of the probe 2 falling off during the scanning process and malfunctioning is avoided.
[0078] It should be noted that the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 can also display a warning if the wristband 21 is not worn by the operator 56, to urge the operator 56 to wear the wristband 21 (see reference). Figure 8 ).
[0079] Figure 8 This is a diagram illustrating an example of a warning used to urge operator 56 to wear wristband 21.
[0080] exist Figure 8 The warning 31 displayed on the display unit 8 is shown in magnification. The warning 31, "Please wear wristband 21," is displayed on the display unit 8. Therefore, by observing the display unit 8, the operator 56 can visually recognize that the wristband 21 needs to be worn.
[0081] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the operator 56 begins scanning the subject after wearing the wristband 21. Then, after finishing scanning the subject, the operator 56 can remove the wristband 21. Therefore, by pre-measuring the time the operator 56 wears the wristband 21, the examination time of the subject can be measured, thereby automatically managing the examination time.
[0082] It should be noted that in the first embodiment, the wristband 21 has a structure that allows the back side to be easily detached and attached to the surface. However, the wristband 21 is not limited to this structure; it can have other structures as long as it can be worn by the operator 56. For example, a wristband with a closed-loop shape and retractable (such as a silicone band) can also be used.
[0083] Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the article 20 is configured to be worn on the operator's wrist. However, the article 20 is not limited to being worn on the wrist, as long as it can prevent the probe from falling off. For example, an article with a structure that can be worn on the operator's finger or upper arm can also be used to prevent the probe from falling off.
[0084] In the first embodiment, the ultrasonic probe 2 is connected to the device body 15 via probe cable 12. However, the ultrasonic probe 2 can also be connected to the device body 15 wirelessly. In this case, the strap of the article 20 can be configured to be connected to the ultrasonic probe 2.
[0085] (2) Second implementation method
[0086] In the first embodiment, the detection unit 23 of the article 20 is configured to, upon detecting that the wristband 21 is worn on the wrist of the operator 56, such as Figure 5 As shown, a signal S1 indicating that the wristband 21 is worn on the wrist of the operator 56 is output to the main body 15 of the ultrasound diagnostic device 1.
[0087] In contrast, in the second embodiment, an example will be described in which the detection unit 23 of the article 20 is configured to output a signal S2 indicating that the wristband 21 is not worn on the wrist of the operator 56 when the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator 56.
[0088] Figure 9 This is an explanatory diagram of the detection unit 23 in the second embodiment.
[0089] When the detection unit 23 detects that the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator 56's wrist, it outputs a signal S2 to the main body 15 of the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1, indicating that the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator 56's wrist. The signal S2 can be transmitted from the article 20 to the main body 15 via the probe cable 12, or wirelessly from the article 20 to the main body 15. When the main body 15 receives the signal S2, its processor sets the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 to a disallowed mode, preventing scanning of the subject. With the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1 set to disallowed mode, the operator 56 cannot scan the subject even if they operate the ultrasonic diagnostic device 1. Therefore, scanning the subject without wearing the wristband 21 can be prevented when the wristband 21 is not worn on the operator 56's wrist.
[0090] On the other hand, such as Figure 10 As shown, when operator 56 wears wristband 21, detection unit 23 does not output signal S2 indicating that wristband 21 is not worn on operator 56's wrist. In this case, ultrasound diagnostic device 1 does not receive signal S2, therefore the processor of ultrasound diagnostic device 1 sets ultrasound diagnostic device 1 to an authorized mode that allows scanning of the subject. Therefore, when operator 56 operates ultrasound diagnostic device 1, ultrasound diagnostic device 1 performs actions corresponding to operator 56's operation. In this case, operator 56 can scan the subject while wristband 21 is worn on the wrist, thereby avoiding the risk of probe 2 falling off.
[0091] In the second embodiment, when the wristband 21 is not worn by the operator 56, a signal S2 indicating that the item 20 is not worn on the operator 56's wrist is output; when the wristband 21 is worn by the operator 56, no signal S2 is output. Therefore, whether the wristband 21 is worn by the operator 56 can be determined by whether the signal S2 is output. Furthermore, when the wristband 21 is not worn by the operator 56, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set to a disallowed mode, thus preventing the scanning of the subject from proceeding, thereby avoiding the operator 56 operating the probe 2 without wearing the wristband 21. On the other hand, when the operator 56 wears the wristband 21, the ultrasound diagnostic device 1 is set to an allowed mode, so the operator 56 performs the scanning of the subject while wearing the wristband 21. Therefore, even if the probe 2 is released from the hand during scanning, the probe 2 can be prevented from falling, thereby preventing damage to the probe 2.
[0092] 1: Ultrasonic diagnostic device
[0093] 2: Ultrasonic probe
[0094] 2a: Vibrating element
[0095] 3: Transmit beamformer
[0096] 4: Transmitter
[0097] 5: Receiver
[0098] 6: Receiver Beamformer
[0099] 7: Processor
[0100] 8: Display Section
[0101] 9: Memory
[0102] 10: User Interface
[0103] 12: Probe cable
[0104] 15: Main body of the device
[0105] 18: Display Monitor
[0106] 20: Items
[0107] 21: Wristband
[0108] 22: Ribbon
[0109] 21a: Surface
[0110] 21b: Reverse side
[0111] 23: Testing Department
[0112] 28: Touch panel
[0113] 31: Warning
[0114] 38: Control Panel
[0115] 56: Operator
[0116] 57: Subject
[0117] 100: Ultrasonic Diagnostic System
Claims
1. An article configured to be worn by an operator of an ultrasound diagnostic device to prevent the ultrasound probe of the device from falling off. It has a detection unit that detects whether the item is worn by the operator. When the detection unit detects that the item is being worn by the operator, the ultrasonic diagnostic device is set to perform a prescribed action.
2. The article according to claim 1, wherein, When the item is worn by the operator, the detection unit is configured to output a first signal to the main body of the ultrasonic diagnostic device. When the main body of the ultrasonic diagnostic device receives the first signal, the ultrasonic diagnostic device is configured to perform a predetermined action.
3. The article according to claim 2, wherein, When the ultrasound diagnostic device receives the first signal, and the operator operates the ultrasound diagnostic device, the ultrasound diagnostic device performs an action corresponding to the operator's operation.
4. The article according to claim 1, wherein, When the item is not worn by the operator, the detection unit is configured to output a second signal to the main body of the ultrasonic diagnostic device. When the main body of the ultrasound diagnostic device receives the second signal, the ultrasound diagnostic device is set to not perform the prescribed action. When the main body of the ultrasound diagnostic device does not receive the second signal, the ultrasound diagnostic device is configured to perform a prescribed action.
5. The article according to claim 4, wherein, When the main body of the ultrasound diagnostic device receives the second signal, even if the operator operates the ultrasound diagnostic device, the ultrasound diagnostic device will not perform any action corresponding to the operator's operation. If the main body of the ultrasound diagnostic device does not receive the second signal, when the operator operates the ultrasound diagnostic device, the ultrasound diagnostic device performs an action corresponding to the operator's operation.
6. The article according to claim 1, wherein, The item includes a wristband that can be wrapped around the wrist of the subject.
7. The article according to claim 6, wherein, When the detection unit detects that the wristband is worn on the operator's wrist, it outputs the first signal to the main body of the ultrasound diagnostic device.
8. The article according to claim 6, wherein, When the detection unit detects that the wristband is not worn on the operator's wrist, it outputs the second signal to the main body of the ultrasound diagnostic device.
9. The article according to claim 6, wherein, The detection unit includes a capacitive touch sensor and / or an optical sensor.
10. The article according to claim 9, wherein, The optical sensor is a heart rate sensor.
11. The article according to claim 6, wherein, The wristband includes a first part and a second part that can be detachably attached to the first part. The wristband is configured as follows: The wristband can switch between a first state where the second part is attached to the first part and a second state where the second part is detached from the first part. The detection unit detects that the wristband is wrapped around the operator's wrist in the first state, and detects that the wristband is not wrapped around the operator's wrist in the second state.
12. The article according to claim 10, wherein, The detection unit includes a switch for detecting whether the wristband is worn by the operator.
13. The article according to claim 11, wherein, The switch is a power-free switch.
14. An ultrasonic diagnostic system having a function to prevent the ultrasonic probe from falling off. include: An ultrasound diagnostic device comprising an ultrasound probe; and An article configured to be worn by the operator of the ultrasound diagnostic device to prevent the ultrasound probe from falling off, wherein the article has a detection unit for detecting whether the article is worn by the operator. When the detection unit detects that the item is being worn by the operator, the ultrasonic diagnostic device is set to perform a prescribed action.
15. The ultrasound diagnostic system according to claim 12, wherein, If the item is not worn by the operator, the ultrasound diagnostic device displays a warning to instruct the operator to wear the item.