Zipper type ultrasonic probe protective sleeve
By using a waterproof toothless zipper and a self-adhesive limiting seal, the problems of inconvenient connection of the ultrasonic probe protective sleeve and the impact of wrinkles on imaging are solved, achieving the effects of simple connection, low cost and efficient imaging.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422891944.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-26
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-30
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-11-26
AI Technical Summary
Existing ultrasonic probe protective sleeves are inconvenient to connect during use, easily causing wrinkles, which affects detection accuracy and imaging effect. At the same time, the amount of coupling agent used increases, raising costs.
It features a waterproof toothless zipper and a self-adhesive limiting sealing strip design, and achieves easy connection with Velcro. The water injection tube accurately injects water instead of coupling agent, reducing wrinkles and the amount of coupling agent used.
The protective sleeve improves connection convenience and imaging clarity, reduces usage costs, ensures effective isolation and hygiene safety of the probe from the outside world, and makes the connection more stable and reliable.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ultrasonic equipment technology, specifically to a zipper-type ultrasonic probe protective cover. Background Technology
[0002] Ultrasound has a wide range of applications in the medical field, including diagnosis, treatment, and other medical purposes. Ultrasound diagnosis is primarily based on the reflection and transmission of ultrasound waves at different tissue interfaces. When ultrasound waves encounter two substances with different acoustic impedances, reflection and transmission occur at their interface, providing the foundation for ultrasound imaging. The ultrasound probe is a key component of the ultrasound diagnostic system. It emits ultrasound waves and receives signals reflected from within the body. The probe typically contains multiple piezoelectric crystals that vibrate under the influence of electrical signals to generate ultrasound waves. Simultaneously, it receives reflected ultrasound waves and converts them into electrical signals for subsequent processing.
[0003] Currently, during routine ultrasound examinations, to ensure safety and hygiene standards, coupling agent is first applied to the probe, then a disposable sterile protective sleeve is placed over it, secured with a string, and finally, coupling agent is applied again to the outside of the protective sleeve. This use of a protective sleeve not only avoids the risk of cross-infection but also ensures that the probe is clean before each use, thus protecting patient safety and health. However, existing protective sleeves require string to secure the openings at both ends during use. This is not only inconvenient to connect, but also prone to wrinkles. Numerous wrinkles in the protective sleeve not only require more coupling agent, increasing the cost of the ultrasound probe, but also negatively impact the accuracy and effectiveness of the imaging. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the shortcomings of protective sleeves being inconvenient to connect, and the resulting wrinkles affecting detection accuracy and effectiveness, this utility model provides a zipper-type ultrasonic probe protective sleeve that is easy to connect, provides high accuracy in ultrasonic detection imaging, and has good performance.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:
[0006] A zipper-type ultrasonic probe protective cover includes a cover body fitted onto the ultrasonic probe, with a waterproof toothless zipper on the outer periphery of the cover body; the cover body includes a receiving cavity for accommodating the probe, a cylindrical sleeve that matches the handle of the ultrasonic probe, and a self-adhesive limiting sealing strip, wherein the opening of the receiving cavity is fixedly connected to the cylindrical sleeve; one end of the limiting sealing strip is fixedly connected to the upper end of the cylindrical sleeve.
[0007] Furthermore, the limiting sealing strip has a rough surface of hook and loop fastener on the front and a barbed surface of hook and loop fastener on the back, away from the end connected to the cylindrical sleeve. The barbed surface of the hook and loop fastener can be detachably engaged with the rough surface. In use, the hook and loop fastener can be detachably engaged with the rough surface to complete the limiting operation, which is simple and convenient.
[0008] Furthermore, there are at least two limiting sealing strips, which are symmetrically arranged at the upper and lower ends of the cylindrical sleeve along the center of the sleeve. These two limiting sealing strips provide a better connection between the cylindrical sleeve and the handle of the ultrasonic probe, resulting in a more stable and reliable connection.
[0009] Furthermore, a water injection pipe is provided on the outer periphery of the cylindrical sleeve. The water injection pipe is arranged along the outer periphery of the cylindrical sleeve, and the end of the water injection pipe is connected to the receiving cavity. By injecting water into the water injection pipe, water can flow into the receiving cavity accurately and quickly. Then, the limiting sealing strip can be used to lock the connection, which can improve the water injection efficiency and facilitate use.
[0010] Furthermore, the waterproof toothless zipper is arranged along the length of the cylindrical sleeve.
[0011] How to use:
[0012] To use, first open the limiting seal strip and waterproof toothless zipper of the sleeve, then put the sleeve into the ultrasonic probe. After the ultrasonic probe is contained in the receiving cavity, first zip up the waterproof toothless zipper, then inject a small amount of water into the opening of the cylindrical sleeve. The water enters the end of the receiving cavity, replacing the original coupling agent, which can reduce the cost of using the ultrasonic probe. Finally, wrap the other end of the limiting seal strip around the outer circumference of the cylindrical sleeve to complete the limiting connection, so that the cylindrical sleeve and the handle fit tightly. This completes the connection between the sleeve and the ultrasonic probe. After that, apply coupling agent to the outer circumference of the sleeve corresponding to the ultrasonic probe before use.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects:
[0014] 1. This utility model significantly improves the connection convenience and usage efficiency of the protective sleeve by introducing a waterproof toothless zipper and a self-adhesive limiting sealing strip, reducing installation time. Simultaneously, this design effectively reduces wrinkles on the surface of the protective sleeve, improving the clarity and accuracy of ultrasonic imaging. The cavity design allows water to replace some of the coupling agent, reducing the amount of coupling agent used and thus lowering overall usage costs. Furthermore, the double-sealing design of the waterproof toothless zipper and limiting sealing strip enhances the sealing connection effect. Overall, this protective sleeve is not only easy to operate and inexpensive, but also provides excellent imaging results and a superior user experience. It is suitable for various types of ultrasonic probes, possessing broad applicability and high market potential.
[0015] 2. The design of the limiting sealing strip in this utility model effectively reduces wrinkles on the surface of the protective sleeve, avoiding the problems of increased coupling agent usage and decreased imaging quality caused by wrinkles, thus ensuring the clarity and accuracy of ultrasound imaging. The design of the water injection tube allows for precise and rapid injection of water into the cavity, replacing part of the coupling agent and significantly reducing the cost of ultrasound examination. The double sealing design of the waterproof toothless zipper and the limiting sealing strip ensures effective isolation of the probe from the external environment, improving hygiene and safety. The two limiting sealing strips can better connect the cylindrical sleeve to the handle of the ultrasound probe, ensuring a more stable and reliable connection. The design of the water injection tube makes the water injection process more precise and faster, improving the convenience and reliability of use. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of a zipper-type ultrasonic probe protective sleeve.
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the distribution of the rough and barbed surfaces on the limiting strip of a zipper-type ultrasonic probe protective sleeve.
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the installation relationship of a zipper-type ultrasonic probe protective sleeve inserted into an ultrasonic probe.
[0019] Attached image labels:
[0020] 1. Receiving cavity; 2. Cylindrical sleeve; 3. Limiting sealing strip; 4. Rough surface; 5. Spiked surface; 6. Waterproof toothless zipper; 7. Water injection pipe; 8. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0022] Example 1: A zipper-type ultrasonic probe protective cover includes a cover body fitted onto the ultrasonic probe, with a waterproof toothless zipper 4 on the outer periphery of the cover body; the cover body includes a receiving cavity 1 for accommodating the probe, a cylindrical sleeve 2 that matches the handle of the ultrasonic probe, and a self-adhesive limiting sealing strip 3, wherein the opening of the receiving cavity 1 is fixedly connected to the cylindrical sleeve 2; one end of the limiting sealing strip 3 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the cylindrical sleeve 2.
[0023] The waterproof toothless zipper 4 is a flat waterproof toothless zipper. The flat design takes up less space and is more convenient to adjust and use.
[0024] In use, first open the limiting sealing strip 3 and the waterproof toothless zipper 4 of the sleeve body, then put the sleeve body into the ultrasonic probe. After the ultrasonic probe is contained in the receiving cavity 1, first pull up the waterproof toothless zipper 4, then inject a small amount of water through the opening of the cylindrical sleeve 2. The water enters the end of the receiving cavity 1, replacing the original coupling agent, which can reduce the cost of using the ultrasonic probe. Finally, wrap the other end of the limiting sealing strip 3 around the outer circumference of the cylindrical sleeve 2 to complete the limiting connection, so that the cylindrical sleeve 2 fits tightly with the handle. At this point, the connection between the sleeve head and the ultrasonic probe is completed. After that, apply coupling agent to the outer circumference of the sleeve corresponding to the ultrasonic probe before use.
[0025] Example 2: Unlike Example 1, the limiting sealing strip 3 has a hook-and-loop fastener rough surface 31 on its front side and a hook-and-loop fastener barbed surface 32 on its back side away from the end connected to the cylindrical sleeve 2. The hook-and-loop fastener barbed surface 32 is detachably engaged with the rough surface 31. In use, the hook-and-loop fastener's limiting operation is achieved by the detachable engagement of the hook-and-loop fastener barbed surface 32 with the rough surface 31, resulting in a simple and convenient solution.
[0026] There are at least two limiting sealing strips 3, which are symmetrically arranged at the upper and lower ends of the cylindrical sleeve 2 along the center of the cylindrical sleeve 2. The two limiting sealing strips 3 can better connect the cylindrical sleeve 2 to the handle of the ultrasonic probe, making the connection more stable and reliable.
[0027] A water injection pipe 5 is also provided on the outer periphery of the cylindrical sleeve 2. The water injection pipe 5 is arranged along the outer periphery of the cylindrical sleeve 2, and the end of the water injection pipe 5 is connected to the receiving cavity 1. By injecting water into the water injection pipe 5, water can flow into the receiving cavity 1 accurately and quickly. Then, the limiting sealing strip 3 can be used to lock the connection, which can improve the water injection efficiency and facilitate use.
[0028] The waterproof toothless zipper 4 is set along the length of the cylindrical sleeve 2.
[0029] Numerous specific details are set forth in this specification. However, it will be understood that embodiments of this invention may be practiced without these specific details. In some instances, well-known methods, structures, and techniques have not been shown in detail so as not to obscure the understanding of this specification.
[0030] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims and specification of this utility model.
Claims
1. A zippered ultrasonic probe protective sleeve, characterized by: The utility model relates to a waterproof ultrasonic probe cover, which comprises a cover body sleeved on an ultrasonic probe, and the outer periphery of the cover body is provided with a waterproof zipper (4) without teeth; the cover body comprises a containing cavity (1) containing the probe, a cylindrical sleeve (2) matched with the handle of the ultrasonic probe and a self-adhesive limiting sealing strip (3), wherein the opening of the containing cavity (1) is fixedly connected with the cylindrical sleeve (2); one end of the limiting sealing strip (3) is fixedly connected with the upper end of the cylindrical sleeve (2).
2. A zippered ultrasonic probe protective sleeve as in claim 1, wherein: The limiting sealing strip (3) is provided with a magic tape face (31) on the front side, and the back side is provided with a magic tape pricking face (32) away from the end connected with the cylindrical sleeve (2); the magic tape pricking face (32) is detachably matched with the face (31).
3. A zip-lock ultrasonic probe protective cover according to either of claims 1 or 2, characterized in that: The limiting sealing strip (3) is at least two, and the two limiting sealing strips (3) are symmetrically arranged along the center of the cylindrical sleeve (2) at the middle upper end and the middle lower end of the cylindrical sleeve (2).
4. A zippered ultrasonic probe protective sleeve as in claim 1, wherein: The cylindrical sleeve (2) is further provided with a water injection pipe (5) on the outer periphery, the water injection pipe (5) is arranged along the outer periphery of the cylindrical sleeve (2), and the end of the water injection pipe (5) is communicated with the containing cavity (1).
5. A zippered ultrasonic probe protective sleeve as in claim 1, wherein: The waterproof zipper (4) is arranged along the length direction of the cylindrical sleeve (2).