Cleaning mechanism capable of adapting to multiple types of endoscopes

By designing a cleaning mechanism that adapts to multiple endoscope models, the problem of insufficient adaptability of endoscope cleaning equipment for a single model has been solved, achieving efficient and safe cleaning results and improving the service life and cleaning quality of endoscopes.

CN223902546UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-13XIN HUA HOSPITAL AFFILIATED TO SHANGHAI JIAO TONG UNIV SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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Application Number
CN202520396176.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-07
Publication Date
2026-02-13
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-07

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Technical Problem

Existing endoscope cleaning equipment can only be used with a single model, leading to frequent interface changes, reduced cleaning efficiency, increased workload, risk of damage, and incomplete cleaning.

Method used

Design a cleaning mechanism that can adapt to multiple models of endoscopes, including a main pipe, valve body, adjustment components and cleaning tube. The flow rate is adjusted by a handle and baffle to adapt to different models of endoscopes, and the flow rate is adjusted by a limit block and a sealing gasket.

Benefits of technology

It improves cleaning efficiency, reduces operation time and workload, avoids interface damage, ensures cleaning quality, extends the service life of endoscopes, reduces medical risks, and improves resource utilization efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of medical instruments, and particularly discloses a cleaning mechanism capable of adapting to multiple types of endoscopes. The cleaning device comprises a main pipe, a cleaning mechanism is arranged on one side of the main pipe and comprises a valve body, a first cleaning pipe and a second cleaning pipe, an adjusting assembly is arranged in the valve body and comprises a rotating handle, a baffle is arranged in the valve body, and the rotating handle is used for driving the baffle to rotate to adjust the cleaning flow speed. The endoscope cleaning device can adapt to endoscopes of various models through the cleaning mechanism, so that the cleaning efficiency is greatly improved, interfaces do not need to be frequently replaced due to different models of the endoscopes, the operation time is saved, the working intensity of medical staff is reduced, the flow speed can be flexibly adjusted through the cleaning mechanism according to actual cleaning requirements, resource waste can be avoided, and the cleaning efficiency is improved. While the cleaning quality is guaranteed, the utilization efficiency of water resources and cleaning agents is improved, and the overall efficiency of cleaning work is further improved.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of medical devices, more particularly, to a cleaning mechanism adaptable to multiple types of endoscopes. BACKGROUND

[0002] With the continuous development of endoscopic technology, gastroscopy has become an essential means for the diagnosis and treatment of difficult and complicated diseases of the digestive system. As a kind of instrument that invades the cavity of the human body, due to its complex structure and special material, it is not easy to achieve complete sterilization. Once the body's defense barrier is broken during operation, the opportunity for iatrogenic infection will be greatly increased.

[0003] The existing endoscope has certain limitations when cleaning, as the endoscope that can be connected for cleaning is single. Therefore, it is necessary to frequently replace the interface for cleaning, and different auxiliary water interfaces need to be replaced when cleaning different endoscopes, which leads to low cleaning efficiency, increases the workload of medical staff, and frequent replacement of interfaces may increase the risk of interface damage and incomplete cleaning due to interface mismatch, affecting the cleaning quality and safety of the endoscope. CONTENT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] In order to solve the above problems, the present application provides a cleaning mechanism adaptable to multiple types of endoscopes.

[0005] The cleaning mechanism provided by the present application adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A cleaning mechanism adaptable to multiple types of endoscopes, comprising a main pipe, a cleaning mechanism is arranged on one side of the main pipe;

[0007] The cleaning mechanism comprises a valve body, a first cleaning pipe and a second cleaning pipe. The interior of the valve body is provided with an adjusting assembly, which comprises a handle. The interior of the valve body is provided with a baffle. The handle is used to drive the baffle to rotate to adjust the cleaning flow rate.

[0008] Further, the bottom of the handle is provided with a connecting column, the bottom end of the connecting column extends to the interior of the valve body through the top of the valve body, the connecting column and the valve body are in rotational connection, the outer wall of the connecting column is provided with a fixing ring, and the outer wall of the fixing ring is provided with a friction block.

[0009] Further, the outer wall of the fixing ring is provided with a limiting block, and a plurality of uniformly distributed limiting grooves are formed in the interior of the valve body. The structure of each limiting groove is matched with the structure of the limiting block.

[0010] Further, the material of each limiting block is made of elastic material.

[0011] Further, the outer wall of the connecting column is fixedly connected with two connecting rods, the number of the baffle is two, and each connecting rod is fixedly connected with one side of the corresponding baffle.

[0012] Further, each baffle is provided with a sealing gasket on the side close to the inner wall of the valve body, and each sealing gasket is made of an elastic material.

[0013] Through the above technical scheme, various types of endoscopes can be adapted.

[0014] Further, one side of the valve body is communicated with a first connector, one side of the valve body is communicated with two second connectors, one side of the first connector is provided with a threaded column, the threaded column is in threaded connection with one end of the main pipe, one side of each second connector is inserted with a connector, and the first cleaning pipe and the second cleaning pipe are respectively inserted with the corresponding connector.

[0015] Through the above technical scheme, the flow rate of the cleaning pipeline can be adjusted.

[0016] Further, the top of the handle is provided with a plurality of indication marks.

[0017] Through the above technical scheme, the operator can more intuitively and accurately understand the rotation angle and position of the handle.

[0018] In summary, the present application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0019] (1) The cleaning mechanism can adapt to various types of endoscopes, which greatly improves the cleaning efficiency, eliminates the need to frequently replace the connector due to different endoscope models, saves operation time, reduces the work intensity of medical staff, effectively avoids problems such as connector damage and incomplete cleaning caused by frequent connector replacement, ensures the cleaning quality of the endoscope, and further improves the service life and use safety of the endoscope, while also reducing medical risks caused by improper cleaning, providing strong support for the smooth development of medical work.

[0020] (2) The cleaning mechanism can adjust the flow rate of the cleaning pipeline, and can be adapted to specific conditions. For endoscopes with thin pipe diameters and complex internal structures, reducing the flow rate can avoid damage to the endoscope caused by excessive water pressure. For endoscopes with more dirt and stubborn attachments, increasing the flow rate can enhance the cleaning effect and effectively remove stains. At the same time, according to the actual cleaning requirements, the flow rate can be adjusted flexibly, which can also avoid resource waste, improve the utilization efficiency of water resources and cleaning agents, and further improve the overall efficiency of the cleaning work while ensuring the cleaning quality. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 The overall structure of the utility model is shown in the figure;

[0023] Figure 3 The overall structure of the valve body is shown in the figure;

[0024] Figure 4 The overall structure of the handle and the baffle is shown in the figure;

[0025] Figure 5 The overall structure of the valve body and the limiting groove is shown in the figure;

[0026] Figure 6 The internal structure of the valve body is shown in the figure.

[0027] Mark 1, valve body; 2, main pipe; 3, first cleaning pipe; 4, second cleaning pipe; 5, handle; 6, connecting column; 7, fixed ring; 8, limiting block; 9, limiting groove; 10, connecting rod; 11, baffle; 12, first joint; 13, second joint; 14, threaded column; 15, interface; 16, indicating mark. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the drawings in the embodiments of the present application; obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, not all the embodiments; based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0029] Referring to Figures 1-6 A cleaning mechanism suitable for multiple types of endoscopes, comprising a main pipe 2, one side of the main pipe 2 being provided with a cleaning mechanism;

[0030] The cleaning mechanism comprises a valve body 1, a first cleaning pipe 3 and a second cleaning pipe 4, the inside of the valve body 1 being provided with an adjusting assembly, the adjusting assembly comprising a handle 5, the inside of the valve body 1 being provided with a baffle 11, the handle 5 being used to drive the baffle 11 to rotate to adjust the cleaning flow rate.

[0031] Referring to Figures 1-5The bottom of the rotating handle 5 is provided with a connecting column 6, the bottom end of the connecting column 6 extends to the inside of the valve body 1 through the top of the valve body 1, the connecting column 6 is in rotating connection with the valve body 1, the outer wall of the connecting column 6 is provided with a fixed ring 7, the outer wall of the fixed ring 7 is provided with a friction block, the outer wall of the fixed ring 7 is provided with a limiting block 8, a plurality of limiting grooves 9 are arranged in the inside of the valve body 1, the structure of each limiting groove 9 is matched with the structure of the limiting block 8, the material of each limiting block 8 is made of elastic material, the outer wall of the connecting column 6 is fixedly connected with two connecting rods 10, the number of the baffles 11 is two, each connecting rod 10 is fixedly connected with one side of the corresponding baffle 11, each baffle 11 is provided with a sealing gasket on the side close to the inner wall of the valve body 1, each sealing gasket is made of elastic material, the valve body 1 is communicated with a first connector 12 on one side, the valve body 1 is communicated with two second connectors 13 on one side, the first connector 12 is provided with a threaded column 14 on one side, the threaded column 14 is in threaded connection with one end of the main pipe 2, the side of each second connector 13 is inserted with a connector 15, the first cleaning pipe 3 and the second cleaning pipe 4 are respectively inserted with the corresponding connector 15.

[0032] The first cleaning pipe 3 and the second cleaning pipe 4 are two specifications of pipeline, and can clean two types of endoscope pipelines respectively.

[0033] The cleaning mechanism can adapt to various types of endoscopes, and can adjust the flow rate of the cleaning pipeline. The specific operation mode is that when the cleaning direction and the flow rate of the endoscope need to be adjusted, the rotating handle 5 is rotated, the connecting column 6 is driven to rotate, the limiting block 8 on the fixed ring 7 slides in the limiting groove 9 during the rotation of the connecting column 6, when the limiting block 8 slides out of one limiting groove 9 and enters the next limiting groove 9, a certain resistance feedback is generated, which is convenient for the operator to perceive the adjustment position. The connecting column 6 drives the connecting rod 10 to rotate, and then drives the two baffles 11 to rotate. Since the side of the baffle 11 close to the inner wall of the valve body 1 is provided with an elastic sealing gasket, the baffle 11 can change the flow area of different pipelines during rotation, so as to realize the adjustment of the cleaning flow rate. For example, if the flow rate of the first cleaning pipe 3 needs to be increased, the rotating handle 5 is rotated to make the baffle 11 rotate in the direction of reducing the flow area of the second cleaning pipe 4, at this time, the corresponding flow area of the first cleaning pipe 3 is increased, and the flow rate is increased; conversely, the same principle applies. The first cleaning pipe 3 and the second cleaning pipe 4 of different types of endoscopes are connected with the second connector 13 through the connector 15, so that the corresponding type of endoscope can be cleaned.

[0034] The cleaning mechanism can adapt to various types of endoscopes, which greatly improves the cleaning efficiency, eliminates the need to frequently replace the interface 15 due to different endoscope models, saves operation time, reduces the work intensity of medical staff, effectively avoids problems such as damage to the interface 15 and incomplete cleaning caused by frequent replacement of the interface 15, guarantees the cleaning quality of the endoscope, and further improves the service life and use safety of the endoscope, while also reducing medical risks caused by improper cleaning, thereby providing strong support for the smooth development of medical work.

[0035] The cleaning mechanism can adjust the flow rate of the cleaning pipeline, and can be adapted to specific conditions. For endoscopes with thin pipe diameters and complex internal structures, reducing the flow rate can prevent excessive water pressure from damaging the endoscope. For endoscopes with more dirt and stubborn attachments, increasing the flow rate can enhance the cleaning effect and effectively remove stains. In addition, flexible adjustment of the flow rate according to actual cleaning needs can also avoid resource waste, improve the utilization efficiency of water resources and cleaning agents, and further improve the overall performance of the cleaning work while ensuring cleaning quality.

[0036] Referring to Figures 2-4 The top of the handle 5 is provided with a plurality of indication marks 16.

[0037] The indication marks 16 enable the operator to more intuitively and accurately understand the rotation angle and position of the handle 5, thereby more accurately adjusting the baffle 11 to control the flow rate and direction of the cleaning pipeline.

[0038] Working principle: when it is necessary to adjust the cleaning direction and flow rate of the endoscope, the handle 5 is rotated, the handle 5 drives the connecting column 6 to rotate, the limiting block 8 on the fixed ring 7 slides in the limiting groove 9 during the rotation of the connecting column 6, and when the limiting block 8 slides out of one limiting groove 9 and enters the next limiting groove 9, a certain resistance feedback is generated, which facilitates the operator to perceive the adjustment position. The connecting column 6 drives the connecting rod 10 to rotate, and in turn drives the two baffles 11 to rotate. Since the side of the baffle 11 close to the inner wall of the valve body 1 is provided with an elastic sealing pad, the baffle 11 can change the flow area of different pipelines during rotation, thereby achieving adjustment of the cleaning flow rate. For example, if it is necessary to increase the flow rate of the first cleaning pipe 3, the handle 5 is rotated to drive the baffle 11 to rotate in a direction to reduce the flow area of the second cleaning pipe 4, at this time, the flow area corresponding to the first cleaning pipe 3 is increased, and the flow rate is increased; conversely, the same principle applies. The first cleaning pipe 3 and the second cleaning pipe 4 adapted to different types of endoscopes are connected to the second connector 13 through the interface 15, so that the corresponding type of endoscope can be cleaned.

[0039] The above are preferred embodiments of the present application, and do not limit the protection scope of the present application, therefore: any equivalent changes made on the basis of the structure, shape, principle of the present application shall be covered within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes, comprising a main tube (2), characterized in that, One side of the main pipe (2) is provided with a cleaning mechanism; The cleaning mechanism comprises a valve body (1), a first cleaning pipe (3) and a second cleaning pipe (4), the inside of the valve body (1) is provided with an adjusting assembly, the adjusting assembly comprises a handle (5), the inside of the valve body (1) is provided with a baffle (11), the handle (5) is used for driving the baffle (11) to rotate for adjusting the cleaning flow rate.

2. The cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes according to claim 1, wherein: The bottom of the handle (5) is provided with a connecting column (6), the bottom end of the connecting column (6) extends to the inside of the valve body (1) through the top of the valve body (1), the connecting column (6) and the valve body (1) are rotationally connected, the outer wall of the connecting column (6) is provided with a fixing ring (7), the outer wall of the fixing ring (7) is provided with a friction block.

3. The cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes according to claim 2, wherein: The outer wall of the fixing ring (7) is provided with a limiting block (8), the inside of the valve body (1) is provided with a plurality of uniformly distributed limiting grooves (9), the structure of each limiting groove (9) is matched with the structure of the limiting block (8).

4. The cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes according to claim 3, wherein: The material of each limiting block (8) is made of elastic material.

5. The cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes according to claim 4, wherein: The outer wall of the connecting column (6) is fixedly connected with two connecting rods (10), the number of the baffles (11) is two, and each connecting rod (10) is fixedly connected with one side of the corresponding baffle (11).

6. The cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes according to claim 5, wherein: Each baffle (11) is provided with a sealing gasket on the side close to the inner wall of the valve body (1), and each sealing gasket is made of elastic material.

7. The cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes according to claim 1, wherein: One side of the valve body (1) is communicated with a first connector (12), one side of the valve body (1) is communicated with two second connectors (13), one side of the first connector (12) is provided with a threaded column (14), the threaded column (14) and one end of the main pipe (2) are screw-connected, one side of each second connector (13) is inserted with a connector (15), and the first cleaning pipe (3) and the second cleaning pipe (4) are respectively inserted with the corresponding connector (15).

8. The cleaning mechanism adaptable to various types of endoscopes according to claim 1, wherein: The top of the handle (5) is provided with a plurality of indicating marks (16).