Silica gel barrel for endoscope

By designing a silicone container for endoscopes, the problems of inconvenient handling of multi-enzyme solutions and water, as well as scratching of the camera, were solved during endoscopic examinations. This achieved separate handling and scratch prevention, improving examination efficiency and the stability of the gastroscope.

CN223504349UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-04FOSHAN SECOND PEOPLES HOSPITAL
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422645907.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-30
Publication Date
2025-11-04
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-30

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Technical Problem

During endoscopic examinations, existing techniques require the use of two separate containers to handle the multi-enzyme solution and water, which is inconvenient. Furthermore, the camera at the end of the endoscope is easily scratched by the inner wall of the container, affecting the observation results.

Method used

Design an endoscope silicone bucket comprising an outer cylinder and an embedded silicone sub-container. The outer cylinder is divided into two cavities by a partition. The sub-containers are used to hold multi-enzyme solution and water, respectively, and are made of silicone to prevent scratches. A fixed round tube is used to fix the end of the gastroscope to ensure stable operation.

Benefits of technology

This allows for the separate processing of multi-enzyme solution and water, preventing scratches on the endoscope camera, improving examination and work efficiency, and ensuring the normal use of the endoscope.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a silica gel barrel for an endoscope, and belongs to the technical field of auxiliary articles for the endoscope. The middle part of the outer cylinder is provided with a partition plate, and the partition plate divides the inner space of the outer cylinder into a first cavity and a second cavity; and the number of the sub-barrel containers is two, the two sub-barrel containers are embedded in the first cavity and the second cavity respectively, and the sub-barrel containers are made of silica gel. In the endoscopic examination process, the gastroscope can extend into the two sub-barrel containers respectively, the two sub-barrel containers can contain multi-enzyme liquid and clear water respectively, the silica gel materials of the sub-barrel containers can prevent a camera lens at the end of the gastroscope from being scratched, and therefore normal use of the gastroscope is guaranteed. In addition, the multi-enzyme liquid and the clear water can be treated separately, and the barrel separating container can be taken out of the outer barrel body to be cleaned independently, so that the multi-enzyme liquid and the clear water can be treated conveniently while endoscopic examination is facilitated, and the working efficiency is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of endoscopic auxiliary products technology, and in particular to a silicone bucket for endoscopes. Background Technology

[0002] The gastroscopy, an endoscope used in endoscopic examinations, is an instrument with a flexible tube and a high-definition camera at the end of the tube. This flexible tube enters the esophagus through the mouth and then into the stomach. During the process, air is inflated by pressing a button. After entering the stomach, the angle of the high-definition camera is adjusted to observe lesions from all angles without blind spots, and biopsies can be performed on lesions under endoscopy.

[0003] During endoscopic examinations, it is necessary to pre-treat the enzymatic solution and water at the bedside. Currently, two plastic containers are usually prepared at the bedside for separately aspirating the enzymatic solution and water. However, using two separate containers to receive the enzymatic solution and water makes it inconvenient to process them simultaneously, which is quite cumbersome. Furthermore, the camera lens at the end of the endoscope is easily scratched by the inner wall of the container, thus affecting the observation. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a silicone bucket for endoscopes to solve one or more technical problems existing in the prior art, and at least provide a beneficial option or create conditions.

[0005] The technical solution adopted to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: an endoscope silicone bucket, comprising: an outer cylinder with a partition installed in the middle, the partition dividing the internal space of the outer cylinder into a first cavity and a second cavity; and two sub-bucket containers, which are respectively embedded in the first cavity and the second cavity, the sub-bucket containers being made of silicone.

[0006] This technical solution offers at least the following advantages: During endoscopic examination, the gastroscope can be inserted into two separate containers, each holding a multi-enzyme solution and a water solution, respectively. The silicone material of the containers prevents scratches on the camera lens at the end of the gastroscope, ensuring its proper use. Furthermore, the multi-enzyme solution and water can be processed separately, and the separate containers can be removed from the outer casing for individual cleaning. This facilitates both endoscopic examination and the handling of the multi-enzyme solution and water, improving work efficiency.

[0007] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a horizontal plate is connected across the top two sides of the dividing container, and a hollow fixed round tube is installed on the horizontal plate. After the end of the endoscope is inserted through the fixed round tube into the dividing container, it can prevent the endoscope from shaking or being pulled out of the dividing container during operation, thus ensuring the smooth aspiration of the endoscope.

[0008] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the top of the fixed tube is formed with a flared structure. This facilitates the insertion of the fixed tube through the end of the endoscope.

[0009] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the horizontal plate has a circular hole for the fixed circular tube to be fitted into. The fixed circular tube can be inserted into the circular hole or pulled out of the hole, enabling the fixed circular tube to be disassembled and assembled for cleaning. In addition, after the fixed circular tube is removed, the dividing container can be lifted by the horizontal plate for easy handling.

[0010] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, both the horizontal plate and the fixed cylindrical tube are made of silicone. This prevents the endoscope tip from colliding with the horizontal plate or the fixed cylindrical tube, thus preventing scratches on the lens.

[0011] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a reinforcing strip is installed at the bottom of the horizontal plate, with both ends of the reinforcing strip extending to the side wall of the dividing container. The reinforcing strip can shape the opening of the dividing container to prevent the opening from buckling inward due to the softness of the dividing container. In addition, it can also make it easier to pick up and put down the dividing container.

[0012] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the top outer edge of the dividing container is provided with a flange, which is attached to the top of the outer cylinder. The flange design not only supports the side of the dividing container and prevents the opening from buckling inward, but also prevents liquid from seeping between the outer wall of the dividing container and the inner wall of the outer cylinder.

[0013] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the two sides of the partition are slidably installed on the two inner sides of the outer cylinder. This allows for the assembly of the partition and the outer cylinder. After the partition is removed, the outer cylinder can be used as a regular bucket, increasing its utilization rate.

[0014] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, a handle is installed on the top of the outer cylinder. This facilitates the loading, unloading, and transportation of the outer cylinder.

[0015] As a further improvement to the above technical solution, the outer cylinder is made of plastic. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0019] 100. Outer cylinder; 110. Slide groove; 120. First cavity; 130. Second cavity; 200. Partition plate; 300. Dividing container; 310. Flanged edge; 400. Horizontal plate; 410. Round hole; 500. Reinforcing strip; 600. Fixed round tube; 610. Flared mouth structure; 700. Handle ring. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0024] Reference Figure 1-2The silicone tubing for endoscopy includes an outer cylinder 100, a partition 200, and two separate containers 300. The outer cylinder 100 is cylindrical with an open top. Longitudinal grooves 110 are formed on the two inner sides of the outer cylinder 100 by two longitudinal rods fixed at intervals to the inner wall of the outer cylinder 100. The cross-section of the longitudinal rods is triangular, and the top height of the rods is slightly lower than the top surface height of the outer cylinder 100. This allows the partition 200 to be embedded in the grooves 110 on both sides. The outer cylinder 100 and the longitudinal rods are integrally molded from plastic. In other embodiments, longitudinal protrusions can be formed on the inner side of the outer cylinder 100, and longitudinal grooves can be formed on both sides of the partition 200. When the partition 200 is inserted, the protrusions are embedded in the longitudinal grooves, allowing for sliding assembly between the partition 200 and the outer cylinder 100.

[0025] Hanging lugs are fixedly installed on both the left and right outer sides of the outer cylinder 100. Both hanging lugs are connected to a handle ring 700, with each end of the handle ring 700 rotatably mounted on one of the two hanging lugs. This facilitates the loading and unloading of the outer cylinder 100. The handle ring 700 is made of stainless steel.

[0026] After the partition 200 is embedded into the outer cylinder 100, the bottom of the partition 200 abuts against the inner bottom wall of the outer cylinder 100, dividing the inner cavity of the outer cylinder 100 into a first cavity 120 and a second cavity 130. Both sub-containers 300 are semi-cylindrical and are respectively fitted into the first cavity 120 and the second cavity 130. Both sub-containers 300 are made of silicone. The silicone material of the sub-containers 300 ensures that when the camera lens at the end of the endoscope collides with the bottom and side walls of the sub-containers 300, it is not easily scratched, thus ensuring the normal use of the endoscope.

[0027] During endoscopic examination, the endoscope can be inserted into two separate containers 300, which can respectively hold enzyme solution and water. The enzyme solution and water can be processed separately, and the containers 300 can be removed from the outer cylinder 100 for individual cleaning. This facilitates both endoscopic examination and the handling of enzyme solution and water, improving work efficiency. Furthermore, after removing the partition 200, the outer cylinder 100 can be used as a regular container, increasing its usability. In other embodiments, the outer cylinder 100 can also adopt a square prism or polygonal prism shape.

[0028] A horizontal plate 400 is provided on the top of the dividing container 300. The two ends of the horizontal plate 400 are fixed to the inner walls of both sides of the dividing container 300, so that the horizontal plate 400 spans across the top of the dividing container 300. A circular hole 410 is provided in the middle of the horizontal plate 400. A fixed circular tube 600 is installed on the horizontal plate 400. The fixed circular tube 600 is a hollow tubular structure, and its top forms a flared structure 610. The bottom diameter of the flared structure 610 is the same as the top diameter of the fixed circular tube 600, and the diameter of the flared structure 610 gradually increases from the bottom to the top to form a flared structure. The outer diameter of the fixed round tube 600 is the same as that of the round hole 410, allowing the fixed round tube 600 to be snapped into the round hole 410, thus completing the assembly of the fixed round tube 600 and the horizontal plate 400. This facilitates the cleaning of the fixed round tube 600, and the flared structure 610 prevents the fixed round tube 600 from passing through the round hole 410 and falling into the dispensing container 300, ensuring the stability of the fixed round tube 600. In addition, after removing the fixed round tube 600, the dispensing container 300 can be lifted through the horizontal plate 400 for easy access.

[0029] During endoscopic examination, the endoscope tip is inserted through a fixed tube 600 into the container 300. This prevents the endoscope from shaking or being pulled out of the container 300 during the procedure, ensuring smooth suction. Furthermore, the trumpet-shaped structure at the top of the fixed tube 600 facilitates the insertion of the endoscope tip through the tube, improving operational efficiency.

[0030] The horizontal plate 400, the fixed cylindrical tube 600, and the flared structure 610 are all made of silicone to ensure the safety of the endoscope insertion. A reinforcing strip 500 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the horizontal plate 400, near the inner bottom wall of the dividing container 300. The width of the reinforcing strip 500 is slightly smaller than the width of the horizontal plate 400 to prevent the endoscope from touching the side wall of the reinforcing strip 500. Both ends of the reinforcing strip 500 bend downwards and extend to the side wall of the dividing container 300, but the extension length at both ends of the reinforcing strip 500 cannot be too long to prevent the endoscope from touching the end of the reinforcing strip 500. The reinforcing strip 500 is made of stainless steel to ensure its overall strength. The reinforcing strip 500 can shape and support the opening of the container 300, preventing the opening from buckling inward due to the softness of the container 300. In addition, the horizontal plate 400 can be lifted to facilitate the handling of the container 300.

[0031] A flange 310 extending towards the outer wall of the dispensing container 300 is provided on the top of the dispensing container 300. Part of the flange 310 rests on the top surface of the outer cylinder 100, and the remaining part rests on the top surface of the horizontal plate 400. The flange resting on the top surface of the outer cylinder 100 protrudes beyond the outermost edge of the outer cylinder 100 to facilitate separation of the flange 310 from the top of the outer cylinder 100. The design of the flange 310 not only supports the side of the dispensing container 300, preventing the opening of the dispensing container 300 from buckling inwards, but also prevents liquid from seeping between the outer wall of the dispensing container 300 and the inner wall of the outer cylinder 100.

[0032] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A silicone container for endoscopes, characterized in that, include: The outer cylinder has a partition installed in the middle, which divides the internal space of the outer cylinder into a first cavity and a second cavity; The container is provided in two parts, which are respectively embedded in the first cavity and the second cavity. The container is made of silicone.

2. The silicone container for endoscopes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top two sides of the container are connected by horizontal plates, and hollow fixed round tubes are installed on the horizontal plates.

3. The silicone container for endoscopes according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the fixed circular tube has a flared opening structure.

4. The silicone bucket for endoscopy according to claim 3, characterized in that: The horizontal plate has a circular hole for the fixed circular tube to be fitted into.

5. The silicone container for endoscopes according to claim 2, characterized in that: Both the horizontal plate and the fixed circular tube are made of silicone.

6. The silicone container for endoscopy according to claim 5, characterized in that: A reinforcing strip is installed at the bottom of the horizontal plate, and both ends of the reinforcing strip extend to the side wall of the container.

7. The silicone container for endoscopes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top outer edge of the container is provided with a flange, which is attached to the top of the outer cylinder.

8. The silicone container for endoscopes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two sides of the partition are respectively slidably installed on the two inner sides of the outer cylinder.

9. The silicone container for endoscopes according to claim 1, characterized in that: A handle is installed on the top of the outer cylinder.

10. The silicone container for endoscopy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer cylinder is made of plastic.