Vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule

Abstract

The utility model relates to a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule, and relates to the technical field of human secretion collection. The device comprises a capsule body and a traction part, wherein the capsule body is connected with the traction part; the capsule body comprises a capsule shell and an absorption part, and the absorption part is located in the capsule shell; the surface of the capsule shell is provided with at least one through hole array, and the through hole array comprises at least one through hole; the pulling part is used for pulling the capsule body. When the capsule shell of the vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule is in contact with the secretion, the secretion enters the capsule shell through the through hole array and is absorbed by the absorption part. When the device is used for collecting the secretions in the vagina, the process is simple, private and uncomfortable, the device can be independently operated by a person, self-inspection can be carried out at home, operation by professionals is not needed, and invasive operation is also not needed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of human secretion collection, in particular to a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule. Background Art

[0002] Vaginitis, cervicitis, etc. are common gynecological diseases in women. Some common sexually transmitted diseases such as Trichomonas vaginitis, gonorrhea, mycoplasma infection, chlamydia infection, etc. are caused by unprotected sexual behavior, all of which manifest as local itching, abnormal vaginal discharge, etc. These diseases can be diagnosed and further treated through vaginal endocrine examination; cervical cancer is a cancer with a high incidence and mortality rate in the female population. In addition, there are some gynecological diseases such as endometritis and salpingitis; gynecological tumors such as endometrial cancer, fallopian tube-ovarian-peritoneal cancer, etc. The early manifestations are irregular vaginal bleeding, abnormal increase in discharge, etc.

[0003] In related technologies, patients usually need to go to the hospital according to their condition and collect vaginal secretions with the assistance of hospital staff.

[0004] The sampling technology used in related technologies still has many shortcomings, such as the need to go to the hospital's gynecology clinic for professional operation, which is time-consuming and exposes privacy; it brings an uncomfortable experience; it cannot be performed for self-examination at home; and it is inconvenient for personal use. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The utility model relates to a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule, which can improve the convenience of vaginal secretion self-sampling and reduce the difficulty of operation. The device includes a capsule body and a pulling part, wherein the capsule body is connected to the pulling part;

[0006] The capsule body includes a capsule shell and an absorption part, and the absorption part is located inside the capsule shell;

[0007] The surface of the capsule shell has at least one through-hole array, and the through-hole array includes at least one through-hole;

[0008] The stretching is used to pull the capsule body.

[0009] When the vaginal secretion comes into contact with the capsule shell of the self-sampling capsule, the secretion enters the interior of the capsule shell through the through-hole array and is absorbed by the absorption part.

[0010] In a possible implementation, the absorption part is implemented as an absorption sponge block;

[0011] The absorbent sponge block is made of polyvinyl alcohol fiber (PVA).

[0012] In a possible implementation, the absorbent sponge block is cylindrical in shape.

[0013] In a possible implementation, the absorbent sponge block has a moderate pore size and good performance in absorbing body fluids; and has good performance in releasing body fluids after being squeezed by external force or centrifuged.

[0014] In a possible implementation, the absorbent polyvinyl alcohol sponge block is hard, which is convenient for inserting the sampler; it becomes soft after absorbing the liquid, avoiding discomfort caused by long-term placement, has good biocompatibility, and is non-toxic to the human body.

[0015] In a possible implementation, the through hole array is located at the first end of the capsule shell and a side surface close to the first end of the capsule shell.

[0016] In a possible implementation, it is characterized in that the capsule body and the pulling portion are integrally formed.

[0017] In a possible implementation, the pulling portion includes a pull rope and a pull ring;

[0018] The drawstring is connected to the end of the capsule shell;

[0019] The pull ring is located at the end of the draw cord.

[0020] In a possible implementation, the capsule housing has a bayonet;

[0021] The pulling portion is connected to the capsule shell through the bayonet.

[0022] The beneficial effects of the technical solution provided by the utility model include at least:

[0023] By providing an array of through-holes on the capsule's surface for vaginal secretions to pass through, and a corresponding absorbent portion within the capsule, when the capsule comes into contact with the vaginal wall and cervix, secretions enter the capsule's shell through the through-holes and are absorbed by the absorbent portion, enabling secretion collection. The vaginal secretion collection process is simple, private, and comfortable, allowing individuals to perform the procedure independently, even at home, without the need for professional assistance or invasive procedures. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0025] Figure 1A schematic structural diagram of a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0026] Figure 2 Shown with Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the top structure of the corresponding vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule.

[0027] Figure 3 A perspective schematic diagram of a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown in a side view.

[0028] Figure 4 A schematic side view of a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0029] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the device structure in a card storage case provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown.

[0030] The markings in the accompanying drawings are as follows:

[0031] 11-capsule shell, 12-absorption part;

[0032] 111-through hole array, 112-through hole, 113-bayonet;

[0033] 21-pull rope, 22-pull ring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clear, the embodiments of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0035] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown. Figure 2 Shown with Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the top structure of the corresponding vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule. Figure 3 A perspective diagram of a vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule provided by an exemplary embodiment of the present application is shown. Figures 1 to 3The device includes a capsule body and a pulling portion, the capsule body being connected to the pulling portion. The capsule body includes a capsule shell 11 and an absorbent portion 12, located within the capsule shell 11. The capsule shell 11 has a through-hole array 111 on the top and sides, each of which includes at least one through-hole 112. The pulling portion is used to pull the capsule body. When vaginal secretions come into contact with the capsule shell 11 of the sampling capsule, the secretions pass through the through-hole array 111 into the capsule shell 11 and are absorbed by the absorbent portion 12.

[0036] In the embodiments of the present application, the capsule housing 11 comes into direct contact with the vaginal wall and cervix during the sampling process. Therefore, the capsule housing 11 is made of a soft material. In one example, the outer layer of the capsule housing 11 is made of silicone. In another example, the capsule housing 11 is made of silicone. The silicone used in the embodiments of the present application is medical-grade silicone.

[0037] In the embodiment of the present application, the through hole array 111 on the surface of the capsule shell 11 can be distributed on the top surface and the side surface of the capsule shell 11. Figures 1 to 3 As shown, there are two through-hole arrays 111 on the surface of the capsule shell 11 , which are located on the top surface and the side surface of the capsule shell 11 respectively.

[0038] In the embodiment of the present application, the pulling portion is connected to the capsule shell 11 on the other surface where the through-hole array 111 does not exist.

[0039] It should be noted that the vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule involved in this application, after the secretion extraction is completed, the device is placed in a sample storage bottle, sealed and stored, and sent for testing. During the testing process, the secretion extraction is carried out by centrifuge in combination with the centrifugal principle.

[0040] In summary, the device provided in the embodiments of the present application provides a through-hole array 111 on the capsule surface for the passage of vaginal secretions, and a corresponding absorbent portion 12 is provided inside the capsule. When the capsule contacts the vaginal wall and cervix, secretions enter the capsule shell 11 through the through-holes 112 and are absorbed by the absorbent portion 12, thereby achieving secretion collection. The process of collecting vaginal secretions is simple, private, and comfortable, and can be performed independently, allowing for self-examination at home without the need for professional assistance or invasive procedures.

[0041] Next, the specific structure and optional structural variations of the vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule in each embodiment of the present application are described:

[0042] In an optional embodiment, the capsule shell 11 and the pulling part are made of skin-friendly liquid silicone, which has a soft texture, good biocompatibility, and is non-toxic to the human body.

[0043] In an optional embodiment, the absorption part 12 is implemented as an absorption sponge block; the material of the absorption sponge block is PVA. In this case, the shape of the absorption sponge block is cylindrical.

[0044] In an optional embodiment, the through hole array 111 is located at the first end of the capsule shell 11 and a side surface close to the first end of the capsule shell 11 .

[0045] In an optional embodiment, the absorbent sponge block has a moderate pore size and good performance in absorbing body fluids; and has good performance in releasing body fluids through external squeezing or centrifugal action.

[0046] In an optional embodiment, the absorbent polyvinyl alcohol sponge block is hard, which is convenient for inserting the sampler; it becomes soft after absorbing the liquid, avoiding discomfort caused by long-term placement, has good biocompatibility, and is non-toxic to the human body.

[0047] In an optional embodiment, the capsule body and the pulling portion are integrally formed.

[0048] In an alternative embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 The pulling portion includes a pull rope 21 and a pull ring 22 ; the pull rope 21 is connected to the end of the capsule shell 11 ; the pull ring 22 is located at the end of the pull rope 21 .

[0049] In an optional embodiment, the capsule shell 11 has a bayonet 113 , and the pulling portion is connected to the capsule shell 11 via the bayonet 113 .

[0050] In summary, the vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule provided in the embodiments of the present application has an array of through-holes 111 on the capsule surface for passage of vaginal secretions, and a corresponding absorbent portion 12 disposed within the capsule. When the capsule contacts the vaginal wall and cervix, secretions enter the capsule shell 11 through the through-holes 112 and are absorbed by the absorbent portion 12, thereby enabling secretion collection. The vaginal secretion collection process is simple, private, and comfortable, allowing individuals to perform the procedure independently and at home without the need for professional assistance or invasive procedures.

[0051] The above are only optional embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule, characterized in that: The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule comprises a capsule body and a pulling portion, wherein the capsule body is connected to the pulling portion; The capsule body comprises a capsule shell (11) and an absorption portion (12), wherein the absorption portion (12) is located inside the capsule shell (11); The surface of the capsule shell (11) has at least one through-hole array (111), and the through-hole array (111) includes at least one through-hole (112); The pulling portion is used to pull the capsule body; When the vaginal secretion comes into contact with the capsule shell (11) of the self-sampling capsule, the secretion passes through the through-hole array (111) into the interior of the capsule shell (11) and is absorbed by the absorption portion (12).

2. The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule according to claim 1, characterized in that: The absorption part (12) is realized as an absorption sponge block; The material of the absorbent sponge block is polyvinyl alcohol fiber PVA.

3. The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule according to claim 2, characterized in that: The shape of the absorbent sponge block is cylindrical.

4. The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule according to claim 1, characterized in that: The through hole array (111) is located at the first end of the capsule shell (11) and on a side surface close to the first end of the capsule shell (11).

5. The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule according to claim 1, characterized in that: The capsule body and the pulling portion are bonded and formed as one piece.

6. The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pulling portion includes a pull rope (21) and a pull ring (22); The drawstring (21) is connected to the end of the capsule shell (11); The pull ring (22) is located at the end of the pull rope (21).

7. The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule according to claim 1, characterized in that: The capsule housing (11) has a bayonet (114); The pulling portion is connected to the capsule shell (11) via the bayonet (114).

8. The vaginal secretion self-sampling capsule according to claim 1, characterized in that: The capsule shell and the pulling part are made of skin-friendly liquid silicone material.

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