Wearable vibration sputum excretion portable auxiliary device for infants

A wearable, portable device with anatomically guided percussion and suction capabilities addresses the challenge of mucus retention in infants by enhancing mucus clearance and reducing lung complications.

CN223095799UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-15何永桃
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Application Number
CN202421671105.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-15
Publication Date
2025-07-15
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-15

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Technical Problem

Infants, especially premature babies, have weak cough reflexes and poor sputum discharge ability, which makes it difficult to discharge sputum in the lungs, which can easily cause lung infection and atelectasis. The existing mechanical sputum discharge equipment has limited effect, affecting the recovery of lung diseases in the children.

Method used

A wearable vibrating sputum discharge device for infants and young children is designed, including a vest jacket, a tapping device, an inflatable airbag, a sputum sensing system and a control device. The sputum sensing device simulates the structure of the lung lobe to vibrate and discharge sputum, and the sputum sensing system reminds the suction of sputum to achieve effective discharge of sputum.

Benefits of technology

Effectively assist infants and young children in the discharge of sputum from the lungs, reduce the risk of atelectasis, improve the efficiency of lung function recovery, provide a comfortable and stable wearable experience, and adapt to the needs of babies of different body types.

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Abstract

The wearable vibration sputum excretion portable auxiliary device comprises a base and a wearable sputum excretion mechanism, the lower side of a support is connected with a storage basket, the top end of the support is connected with a main machine shell, a first connecting port is formed in the left side of one side of the main machine shell, and a second connecting port is formed in the right side of the other side of the main machine shell. A first connecting opening is formed in the right side of one side of the main machine shell, a first air guide pipe is connected to the inner side of the first connecting opening, a second connecting opening is formed in the right side of one side of the main machine shell, a second air guide pipe is connected to the inner side of the second connecting opening, and a control device is connected to the interior of the wearable sputum excretion mechanism. The size of the vest jacket is adjusted through the buckles, the primary hook-and-loop fasteners and the secondary hook-and-loop fasteners so as to meet the use requirements of infants of different body types, the inflatable air bag in the vest jacket is inflated through the air source device so as to assist in fixing the body position of a child patient, and the sputum sensor is arranged in the main machine shell so that the body position of the child patient can be fixed. When sputum sound appears, an alarm device is started in the host to remind medical staff to suck sputum.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of expectoration machines, in particular to a wearable vibration expectoration portable auxiliary device for infants and young children. Background Art

[0002] Infants and young children, especially newborns, are prone to complications of pulmonary consolidation and atelectasis when they develop pneumonia. Infants and young children, especially newborns, have weaker cough reflexes than adults, weaker sputum excretion ability, and an imperfectly developed ciliary system. Sputum easily accumulates in the lung lobes and cannot be excreted, which in turn leads to poor control of intrapulmonary infection and pulmonary consolidation.

[0003] According to a 2019 research report, there are about 15 million premature babies born worldwide, of which 7.8% are in China. The birth rate of premature babies continues to rise. First of all, premature babies, especially extremely premature babies, have weak respiratory function and poor immunity after birth, and are prone to lung infections. Premature babies have low cough reflexes, incomplete development of the ciliary system, weak sputum clearance ability, and sputum in the lungs is easy to accumulate and difficult to discharge, which can easily lead to atelectasis of the lungs. Due to the lack of alveolar surfactant, premature babies are prone to breathing difficulties and have a high probability of using ventilators, especially the use of invasive ventilators, which can lead to the occurrence of ventilator-associated pneumonia. Sputum is not easy to discharge, and it is easy to have complications of lung consolidation and even lung bronchial dysplasia. In addition, premature babies have almost no ability to move independently, cannot turn over independently, and have poor ability to change their position, which further increases the probability of pneumonia and atelectasis in premature babies.

[0004] At present, there are very few mechanical expectoration devices suitable for infants (especially premature infants) in clinical practice. Due to the small lung area of infants, manual back patting is not effective for expectoration. Suction alone cannot effectively expel sputum deep in the lungs. Clinical nursing staff are required to take active measures such as turning over and patting the back, atomization, etc., but the effect is still limited. It is common for children to have atelectasis in clinical practice, and some children cannot be deoxygenated for a long time. Some children even have bronchopulmonary dysplasia, which greatly affects the recovery of children's lung diseases. Therefore, it is extremely necessary to develop an expectoration device suitable for infants, especially a wearable expectoration device, to promote the recovery of infant lung function. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a wearable vibration sputum removal portable auxiliary device for infants and young children to solve the problems raised in the above-mentioned background technology.

[0006] To achieve the above object, the present utility model provides the following technical solution: A wearable vibration sputum drainage portable auxiliary device for infants and young children, comprising a base and a wearable sputum drainage mechanism. The bottom of the base is provided with sliding wheels. The center of the top of the base is connected with a wearable sputum drainage mechanism. The center of the top of the base is connected with a bracket. The lower side of the bracket is connected with a storage basket. The top end of the bracket is connected with a main machine housing. On the left side of one side of the main machine housing is provided a first connection port, and the inside of the first connection port is connected with a first air duct. On the right side of one side of the main machine housing is provided a second connection port, and the inside of the second connection port is connected with a second air duct. The inside of the wearable sputum drainage mechanism is connected with a control device.

[0007] Preferably, the storage basket and the bracket are connected by screws, and the storage basket and the bracket form a detachable structure.

[0008] Preferably, the first air duct and the first connection port are connected by threads, and the second air duct and the second connection port are connected by threads.

[0009] Preferably, the other end of the second air duct is connected with a vest outer cover. The front of the vest outer cover is connected with a buckle. The material of the vest outer cover is breathable fiber.

[0010] Preferably, the top of the back of the vest outer cover is connected with a female magic tape, and the top of the front of the vest outer cover is connected with a male magic tape. The vest outer cover forms an adjustable structure under the action of the female magic tape and the male magic tape.

[0011] Preferably, a percussion device is arranged inside the vest outer cover. An inflatable airbag is connected to the inside of the vest outer cover. The percussion device is distributed according to the anatomical structure and position of the lung lobes. On the right side of the main machine housing is provided a negative pressure connection port, and the inside of the negative pressure connection port is connected with a negative pressure connection pipe. The other end of the negative pressure connection pipe is connected with a sputum collection bag. There is an anti-backflow device between the sputum collection bag and the negative pressure connection pipe. The top end of the sputum collection bag is connected with a sputum suction controller.

[0012] Preferably, the control device includes a control screen, a power generation device, a gas source device, a processor, a rechargeable battery, a sputum sensor, a sputum sensor connection interface, a sputum sensor induction connection wire, a sputum induction patch, and a negative pressure generator. One side of the wearable sputum drainage mechanism is connected to the control screen. A power generation device is arranged inside the wearable sputum drainage mechanism. A gas source device is arranged to the left of the power generation device. A processor is arranged to the left of the gas source device. A rechargeable battery is connected to the rear of the processor. A sputum sensor is arranged to the right of the power generation device. A sputum sensor connection interface is arranged to the left of the negative pressure connection port. The sputum sensor connection interface and the sputum sensor induction connection wire are in threaded connection. The end of the sputum sensor induction connection wire has a detachable sputum induction patch. A negative pressure generator is arranged to the right of the sputum sensor.

[0013] Preferably, the power generation device and the percussion device are electrically connected, the gas source device and the processor are electrically connected, and the sputum sensor and the sputum induction patch are electrically connected.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present utility model are as follows:

[0015] 1. By setting a vest outer cover, a buckle, a female magic tape, a male magic tape, an inflatable airbag, and a gas source device, the device of the present utility model can be worn and can also be used in an incubator. The size of the vest outer cover can be adjusted through the buckle, the female magic tape, and the male magic tape to meet the usage requirements of infants and young children of different body types. The inflatable airbag inside the vest outer cover is inflated through the gas source device, which can assist the patient in body position fixation.

[0016] 2. By arranging the percussion devices according to the anatomical structure and position distribution of the lung lobes, when the internal chip receives an instruction, it drives the power generation device to drive the percussion devices to start, so that the percussion devices perform sputum drainage along the direction of the lung lobes, from bottom to top, from outside to inside, and for the upper lobe of the lung, from top to bottom, from outside to inside. The percussion devices generate vertical percussion and tremors, and the horizontal component force generates directional extrusion to help sputum discharge (bronchiole - bronchus - trachea). The vibration intensity and vibration area of the percussion devices driven by the power generation device are adjusted through the processor, which can adapt to the usage of different patients.

[0017] 3. By setting a sputum induction patch, a sputum sensor induction connection wire, and a sputum sensor, when the child undergoes vibration sputum drainage, the neck and throat are connected to the sputum induction patch, and the sputum induction patch is connected to the sputum sensor through the sputum sensor induction connection wire. When the sputum sensor senses more sputum in the trachea and throat, it alarms to remind medical staff to perform sputum suction, and a sputum suction device is provided, which is convenient for medical staff to perform sputum suction operations. Description of the Drawings

[0018] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a side view of the present utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the vest outer cover of the present utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the main machine housing of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a model selection table of the vest outer cover of the present utility model.

[0023] In the figure: 1, base; 2, sliding wheel; 3, wearable sputum drainage mechanism; 301, bracket; 302, storage basket; 303, main machine housing; 304, first connection port; 305, first air duct; 306, second connection port; 307, second air duct; 308, vest outer cover; 309, buckle; 310, female magic tape; 311, male magic tape; 312, percussion device; 313, inflatable airbag; 314, negative pressure connection port; 315, negative pressure connection pipe; 316, sputum collection bag; 317, anti-reflux device; 318, sputum suction controller; 4, control device; 401, control screen; 402, power generation device; 403, air source device; 404, processor; 405, rechargeable battery; 406, sputum sensor; 407, sputum sensor connection interface; 408, sputum sensor connection wire; 409, sputum sensor patch; 410, negative pressure generator. Specific embodiments

[0024] To make the technical means, creative features, achieved purposes and effects of the present utility model easy to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0025] Please refer to Figures 1-4 , an embodiment provided by the present utility model: To achieve the above object, the present utility model provides the following technical solution: An infant wearable vibration sputum drainage portable auxiliary device, including a base 1 and a wearable sputum drainage mechanism 3. The bottom of the base 1 is provided with sliding wheels 2, the center of the top of the base 1 is connected with a wearable sputum drainage mechanism 3, the center of the top of the base 1 is connected with a bracket 301, the lower side of the bracket 301 is connected with a storage basket 302, the top end of the bracket 301 is connected with a main machine housing 303, the left side of one side of the main machine housing 303 is provided with a first connection port 304, the inside of the first connection port 304 is connected with a first air duct 305, the right side of one side of the main machine housing 303 is provided with a second connection port 306, the inside of the second connection port 306 is connected with a second air duct 307, and the inside of the wearable sputum drainage mechanism 3 is connected with a control device 4.

[0026] Further, the storage basket 302 is connected to the bracket 301 by screws, and the storage basket 302 and the bracket 301 form a detachable structure. Other auxiliary devices can be neatly placed in the storage basket 302, which is convenient for finding and taking out, and can avoid clutter and chaos.

[0027] Further, the first air duct 305 is connected to the first connection port 304 by threads, and the second air duct 307 is connected to the second connection port 306 by threads, so that the air duct and the connection port can be firmly connected together and are not easily loosened or detached.

[0028] Further, the other end of the second air duct 307 is connected to a vest outer cover 308. A buckle 309 is connected to the front of the vest outer cover 308. The material of the vest outer cover 308 is breathable fiber. An adjustable buckle 309 is adopted, enabling the user to adjust the tightness according to the individual differences of the baby. The vest outer cover 308 made of breathable fiber material can provide better air circulation and heat dissipation effect for the baby when wearing.

[0029] Further, a female magic tape 310 is connected to the top of the back of the vest outer cover 308, and a male magic tape 311 is connected to the top of the front of the vest outer cover 308. The vest outer cover 308 forms an adjustable structure under the action of the female magic tape 310 and the male magic tape 311, which will not cause the baby's breathing to be restricted and affect the thoracic expansion function.

[0030] Further, a percussion device 312 is arranged inside the vest outer cover 308, and an inflatable airbag 313 is connected to the inner side of the vest outer cover 308. The percussion device 312 is distributed according to the anatomical structure and position of the lung lobes. A negative pressure connection port 314 is arranged on the right side of the main body housing 303. A negative pressure connection pipe 315 is connected to the inner side of the negative pressure connection port 314. The other end of the negative pressure connection pipe 315 is connected to a sputum collection bag 316. An anti-reflux device 317 is arranged between the sputum collection bag 316 and the negative pressure connection pipe 315. The top of the sputum collection bag 316 is connected to a sputum suction controller 318. When percussing the right side, the body is in the left lateral position, and when percussing the left side, the body is in the right lateral position. The power supply is turned on, and an instruction is input by pressing the control screen 401. After the internal chip receives the instruction, it drives the power generation device 402 to drive the percussion device 312 to start. The percussion device 312 performs sputum drainage according to the lung lobe direction. When the sputum sensor 406 senses the sputum sound, it starts to alarm for sputum suction. The anti-reflux device 317 prevents sputum from flowing into the machine generating negative pressure. The top of the sputum collection bag 316 is connected to a sputum suction controller 318, and different types of sputum suction tubes can be connected to the right side of the sputum suction controller 318.

[0031] Further, the control device 4 includes a control panel 401, a power generation device 402, an air source device 403, a processor 404, a rechargeable battery 405, a sputum sensor 406, a sputum sensor connection interface 407, a sputum sensor induction connection wire 408, a sputum sensor induction patch 409, and a negative pressure generator 410. One side of the wearable sputum drainage mechanism 3 is connected to the control panel 401. The power generation device 402 is arranged inside the wearable sputum drainage mechanism 3. The air source device 403 is arranged to the left of the power generation device 402. The processor 404 is arranged to the left of the air source device 403. The rechargeable battery 405 is connected to the rear of the processor 404. The sputum sensor 406 is arranged to the right of the power generation device 402. The sputum sensor connection interface 407 is arranged to the left of the negative pressure connection port 314. The sputum sensor connection interface 407 and the sputum sensor induction connection wire 408 are in threaded connection. The end of the sputum sensor induction connection wire 408 has a detachable sputum sensor induction patch 409. The negative pressure generator 410 is arranged to the right of the sputum sensor 406. The control device 4 can provide a convenient operation interface, a stable power supply, a reliable air source and negative pressure supply, precise processing and control functions, and long-lasting power support, which helps to improve the performance and efficiency of the wearable sputum drainage mechanism 3 and provides a better user experience for users.

[0032] Further, the power generation device 402 and the percussion device 312 are electrically connected, the air source device 403 and the processor 404 are electrically connected, and the sputum sensor 406 and the sputum sensor induction patch 409 are electrically connected, so that the power generation device 402 transmits relevant control signals to the percussion device 312 to achieve precise control of the percussion device 312 and adjust the sputum drainage strength and frequency of the percussion device 312. The processor 404 can send instructions and parameters to the air source device 403 to control the output pressure and flow rate of the air source, thereby assisting the child in body position fixation. The sputum sensor 406 and the sputum sensor induction patch 409 are electrically connected and can perform sound-electricity conversion.

[0033] Working principle: First, move the device to a suitable position through the sliding wheel 2. Select the corresponding vest outer cover 308 according to different age groups and weights. Wear the vest outer cover 308 at an appropriate position according to the advice of doctors or professionals, and adjust the tightness according to the body shape of the infant through the buckle 309, the female magic tape 310 and the male magic tape 311. Then connect the power supply to turn on the device, and touch the control screen 401 to start the device. The air source device 403 inside the device will inject gas into the inflatable airbag 313 part inside the vest outer cover 308 to make it expand, ensuring that the device fits closely with the user's body and providing stable support. Input parameters such as sputum excretion intensity and time through the control screen 401. After the internal processor 404 receives the instruction, it starts the vibration function. After the internal chip receives the instruction, it drives the power generation device 402 to drive the percussion device 312 to start, so that the percussion device 312 performs sputum excretion according to the lung lobe direction. When the sputum induction patch 409 at the external neck trachea senses obvious gurgling sounds, it transmits the information to the sputum sensor 406 through electro-acoustic conversion, and alarms to remind medical staff to suction sputum. Then, start the sputum suction controller 318. When percussing on the right side, place the infant in the left lateral position, insert one end of the sputum suction tube into the patient's mouth and nasal cavity, and then turn on the sputum suction controller 318 to generate negative pressure, forming a negative pressure environment in the negative pressure connecting tube 315. At the same time, the sputum suction controller 318 extracts the sputum in the patient's airway, and the sputum enters the sputum collection bag 316 through the sputum suction tube. By setting the transparent sputum collection bag 316, it is convenient to observe the color, quantity and texture of the sputum, etc. At the same time, observe the reaction and situation of the infant in real time, and adjust the vibration intensity and area in time to ensure sputum excretion within a safe and comfortable range. Among them, there is an anti-backflow device 317 between the sputum collection bag 316 and the negative pressure connecting tube 315 to prevent the sputum from flowing back. After completing the sputum excretion, the user can end the work of the device through the corresponding operations on the control screen 401. In this way, the use process of an infant wearable vibration sputum excretion portable auxiliary device is completed.

[0034] The above are only the embodiments of the present invention, and common knowledge such as the specific structures and characteristics known in the solution is not described in detail here. For those skilled in the art, it is obvious that the present invention is not limited to the details of the above-mentioned exemplary embodiments, and can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of the present invention. Therefore, in any regard, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-limiting. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the above description. Therefore, all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims are intended to be included in the present invention. Any reference signs in the claims should not be regarded as limiting the claimed rights.

Claims

1. A wearable vibration sputum drainage portable auxiliary device for infants and young children, comprising a base (1) and a wearable sputum drainage mechanism (3), characterized in that: The bottom of the base (1) is provided with sliding wheels (2). The center of the top of the base (1) is connected to a wearable sputum drainage mechanism (3). The center of the top of the base (1) is connected to a bracket (301). A storage basket (302) is connected to the lower side of the bracket (301). The top end of the bracket (301) is connected to a main body housing (303). A first connection port (304) is provided on the left side of one side of the main body housing (303). A first air duct (305) is connected to the inside of the first connection port (304). A second connection port (306) is provided on the right side of one side of the main body housing (303). A second air duct (307) is connected to the inside of the second connection port (306). A control device (4) is connected to the inside of the wearable sputum drainage mechanism (3).

2. The portable auxiliary device for vibration sputum drainage of infants and young children wearable according to claim 1, wherein: The storage basket (302) and the bracket (301) are connected by screws, and the storage basket (302) and the bracket (301) form a detachable structure.

3. The portable auxiliary device for vibration sputum drainage of infants and young children wearable according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first air duct (305) and the first connection port (304) are connected by threads, and the second air duct (307) and the second connection port (306) are connected by threads.

4. The portable auxiliary device for vibration sputum drainage of infants and young children wearable according to claim 1, characterized in that: The other end of the second air duct (307) is connected to a vest outer cover (308). A buckle (309) is connected to the front of the vest outer cover (308). The material of the vest outer cover (308) is breathable fiber.

5. The portable assistive device for vibration sputum drainage of infants and young children wearable according to claim 4, characterized in that: A female magic tape (310) is connected to the top of the back of the vest outer cover (308), and a male magic tape (311) is connected to the top of the front of the vest outer cover (308). The vest outer cover (308) forms an adjustable structure under the action of the female magic tape (310) and the male magic tape (311).

6. The portable assistive device for vibration-assisted sputum drainage of infants and young children according to claim 5, characterized in that: A percussion device (312) is arranged inside the vest outer cover (308). An inflatable airbag (313) is connected to the inside of the vest outer cover (308). The percussion device (312) is distributed according to the anatomical structure and position of the lung lobes. A negative pressure connection port (314) is provided on the right side of the main body housing (303). A negative pressure connection pipe (315) is connected to the inside of the negative pressure connection port (314). The other end of the negative pressure connection pipe (315) is connected to a sputum collection bag (316). An anti-backflow device (317) is arranged between the sputum collection bag (316) and the negative pressure connection pipe (315). A sputum suction controller (318) is connected to the top end of the sputum collection bag (316).

7. An infant wearable vibration sputum drainage portable auxiliary device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control device (4) includes a control panel (401), a power generation device (402), an air source device (403), a processor (404), a rechargeable battery (405), a sputum sensor (406), a sputum sensor connection interface (407), a sputum sensor sensing connection wire (408), a sputum sensing patch (409), and a negative pressure generator (410). One side of the wearable sputum drainage mechanism (3) is connected to the control panel (401). The power generation device (402) is arranged inside the wearable sputum drainage mechanism (3). The air source device (403) is arranged to the left of the power generation device (402). The processor (404) is arranged to the left of the air source device (403). The rechargeable battery (405) is connected to the rear of the processor (404). The sputum sensor (406) is arranged to the right of the power generation device (402). The sputum sensor connection interface (407) is arranged to the left of the negative pressure connection port (314). The sputum sensor connection interface (407) and the sputum sensor sensing connection wire (408) are in threaded connection. The end of the sputum sensor sensing connection wire (408) has a detachable sputum sensing patch (409). The negative pressure generator (410) is arranged to the right of the sputum sensor (406).

8. The portable assistive device for vibratory sputum drainage of infants and young children according to claim 7, characterized in that: The power generation device (402) and the percussion device (312) are electrically connected. The air source device (403) and the processor (404) are electrically connected. The sputum sensor (406) and the sputum sensing patch (409) are electrically connected.