Chest wall fixing plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery

Abstract

The utility model provides a chest wall fixing plate with a preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery, which comprises a positioning plate body and a positioning structure connected with the positioning plate body. The positioning plate body and the positioning structure are connected through a buckle. And the bandage is fixed on the positioning plate body through a buckle. The bandage comprises a hook-and-loop fastener male surface and a hook-and-loop fastener female surface. The shape memory materials are used, the chest wall fixing plate can be softened at the temperature of 50-60 DEG C, the shape of the chest wall fixing plate can be adjusted in a self-adaptive mode according to the physiological structure of the affected part of a patient in the using process, and therefore the chest wall fixing plate can be suitable for fixing different affected parts of different patients, and the chest wall fixing plate can be repeatedly used due to the shape memory characteristic of the chest wall fixing plate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical auxiliary products technology, and in particular to a chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of science and technology, humanity's pursuit of higher medical standards is increasing. In the medical field, there is a more urgent need to accelerate patient recovery and reduce patient suffering during surgery. Especially in the treatment of multiple rib fractures, how to effectively alleviate patient pain and improve treatment outcomes has become an important topic of medical research.

[0003] In the treatment of multiple rib fractures, it is usually necessary to first immobilize the affected area to reduce pain caused by breathing. This step is crucial for the smooth progress of the surgery. However, the commonly used aluminum plate fixation method has certain limitations. The shape of the aluminum plate restricts its close fit to the patient's body, resulting in limited fixation effectiveness. In addition, before surgery, the doctor needs to accurately locate the affected area to minimize the surgical incision. While surface positioning patches, which are widely used clinically, have achieved some success in accurately locating lesions within the body, their methods are relatively simple and can only provide a rough location. This undoubtedly affects the doctor's subsequent location of the affected area, thus impacting the determination of the surgical site.

[0004] Meanwhile, the fixation and positioning of the affected area are quite complex procedures, placing a significant workload on medical staff. During this process, patients may also experience unnecessary pain and even face the risk of secondary injury. These issues urgently need to be addressed to improve the treatment outcomes for multiple rib fractures.

[0005] To address these issues, the medical community has been actively exploring new treatment methods. For example, new materials can be developed to allow for a closer fit between the fixation device and the patient's body, improving fixation effectiveness. Simultaneously, advanced imaging technology can be combined to precisely locate the affected area, providing more accurate data support for surgery. Furthermore, optimizing surgical procedures can reduce surgical time and patient discomfort.

[0006] In conclusion, with advancements in technology, breakthroughs will continue to be made in the treatment of multiple rib fractures. In future medical practice, we look forward to providing patients with more comfortable, safe, and effective treatment options, allowing them to suffer less pain and recover their health as quickly as possible. Utility Model Content

[0007] In view of the above technical problems, the present invention provides a chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery, characterized in that it includes a positioning plate body and a positioning structure, wherein the positioning plate body and the positioning structure are connected.

[0008] The positioning plate body and the positioning structure are connected by snap fasteners.

[0009] The bandage is fixed to the positioning plate body by a buckle.

[0010] The bandage includes a male side of hook and loop fastener and a female side of hook and loop fastener.

[0011] The positioning structure is a positioning film, which is made of 3M film material.

[0012] The positioning film is provided with positioning marks and manual positioning holes on its upper side. There are multiple positioning holes, and positioning marks are provided between adjacent positioning holes.

[0013] The positioning film is provided with 1-3 μm metal wires and metal powder, and the metal wires intersect to form manual positioning holes.

[0014] The positioning structure is a positioning strip, which is sprayed onto the positioning plate body.

[0015] The positioning plate body has a skin layer, and an adhesive layer is provided on the outside of the skin layer. The positioning structure is located between the skin layer and the positioning plate body, and a protective film is provided on the outside of the adhesive layer.

[0016] The positioning plate body is made of shape memory material.

[0017] The positioning plate body is a metamaterial structure.

[0018] The positioning plate body is composed of a shape memory plate crossbeam and a shape memory plate connecting piece, and the shape memory plate connecting piece and the shape memory plate crossbeam are fixed together.

[0019] The positioning plate body and the positioning structure are an integral structure. The positioning structure consists of raised markings and raised grid lines. Raised markings are set at the intersections of the raised grid lines. A hollow marking hole is opened on the upper side of the positioning plate. The positioning plate body and the positioning structure are made of metamaterial, which has a density greater than that of human skin.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0021] 1. This utility model uses shape memory material, which can soften at 50-60℃. During use, it can adaptively adjust its shape according to the shape of the patient's affected area, thus making it suitable for fixing different patients and different affected areas. Its strong plasticity allows it to be used repeatedly.

[0022] 2. This utility model features an ingenious design that not only achieves stable fixation and precise positioning of the affected area, but also effectively reduces the workload of medical staff while minimizing patient pain. This innovative solution improves the efficiency and quality of medical services by optimizing the treatment process, allowing medical staff to devote more energy to other critical medical tasks, while also providing patients with a more comfortable and humane medical experience.

[0023] 3. This utility model, through its meticulously designed perforated structure, not only achieves fixation and precise positioning of the affected area but also significantly improves breathability. This innovative perforated design increases the product's breathability and ventilation. Such a design promotes air circulation and reduces the possibility of moisture and mold growth. In addition, the optimized layout of the perforations reduces the weight of the structure without affecting its functionality, achieving a lightweight design.

[0024] 4. The positioning plate body of this utility model is a metamaterial structure, which can realize a hollow or non-hollow structure. When the positioning plate body is a non-hollow structure, the positioning structure is located inside the positioning plate body. The positioning plate body is removed before marking the affected area.

[0025] 5. This utility model is equipped with a bandage and an adhesive layer. When in use, it can be fixed to the patient's body by the bandage or pasted to the patient's affected area by the adhesive layer. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning plate body of this utility model when it has a non-hollow structure.

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning plate body and positioning structure of this utility model being an integrated structure.

[0030] As shown in the figure, the positioning plate body 1, positioning structure 2, bandage 3, shape memory board crossbeam 1-1, shape memory board connecting piece 1-2, positioning mark 2-1, manual positioning hole 2-2, buckle 2-3, positioning film 2-4, hook and loop fastener male side 3-1, hook and loop fastener female side 3-2. Detailed Implementation

[0031] Example 1

[0032] This invention provides a universal chest wall fixation plate, particularly suitable for preoperative positioning before rib fracture surgery. This fixation plate integrates positioning, fixation, and protection, and can adapt to different patient body structures and specific rib fracture conditions.

[0033] Main components:

[0034] 1. Positioning Plate Body: This is the core component of the fixing plate, made of shape memory material, which has excellent flexibility and malleability. The positioning plate body adopts a metamaterial structural design to reduce weight and improve breathability.

[0035] 2. Positioning Structure: The positioning structure is a key functional component of the fixation plate. It connects to the plate body to ensure precise positioning before surgery. The outer side of the positioning structure is covered with a protective film to protect the patient's skin from direct contact and damage.

[0036] 3. Fixing Buckles and Bandages: Fixing buckles are located on both sides of the positioning plate body. These buckles secure the positioning plate body and the positioning structure together, and bandages are fixed to the upper side of the buckles. The bandages consist of a male and a female Velcro side for easy and quick adjustment and fixation.

[0037] 4. Positioning Membrane: The positioning membrane is made of 3M material and has positioning markers and multiple manual positioning holes on its upper side. Adjacent positioning holes are marked with positioning markers to facilitate precise preoperative positioning by medical personnel. The positioning markers can be letters or Arabic numerals.

[0038] 5. Metal wires and metal powder: 1-3μm metal wires and metal powder are also provided on the positioning film. These metal wires intersect to form manual positioning holes, which enhances the stability and operability of the positioning structure.

[0039] 6. Positioning strip: The positioning strip is sprayed on the positioning plate body and serves as an auxiliary part of the positioning structure to further ensure the accuracy of positioning and the fixing effect.

[0040] 7. Adhesive layer: An adhesive layer is provided on one side of the skin layer to facilitate close contact between the fixation plate and the patient's skin while maintaining good breathability.

[0041] The positioning plate body consists of a shape memory plate crossbeam and a shape memory plate connecting piece. After these components are fixed together, they can restore the preset shape after heating, thereby achieving a personalized fixing effect.

[0042] The metamaterial structure of the positioning plate and the placement of the positioning membrane significantly improve the product's breathability and reduce patient discomfort.

[0043] The Velcro design makes the fixation plate easy to adjust and secure, allowing medical staff to quickly complete preoperative positioning.

[0044] This invention, through its innovative design and structure, provides an efficient, safe, and comfortable method for preoperative localization before rib fracture surgery, and is expected to be widely used in the medical field.

[0045] Example 2

[0046] When the positioning plate body is composed of shape memory plate crossbeams and shape memory plate connecting pieces, or when the positioning plate body is a metamaterial structure:

[0047] When the affected area is fixed

[0048] Before use, first immerse the positioning plate body in hot water at 50-60℃. The positioning plate body will completely soften in about 10 seconds. After removing the positioning plate body from the hot water for approximately 30 seconds, it will cool and become plastic. Therefore, immediately wrap the still-molded positioning plate body around the patient's affected area, ensuring it fits tightly to the patient's limb. After the fixing plate body has completely cooled, a completely body-fitting fixing structure is achieved. Then, the positioning plate body is installed on the bandage using the bandage clips. Finally, the overall structure is fixed to the body using the male and female sides of the Velcro on the bandage.

[0049] During preoperative lesion localization, CT scans are used to determine the precise location of the lesion. The CT scan first uses imaging technology to perform three-dimensional reconstruction of the patient's body fat and bones. Then, the operator adjusts the CT scanner window and display options to show the patient's bones in the three-dimensional view. The operator marks the bone damage area on the screen using the scanner. After marking, the operator changes the view to the patient's fat option, and the CT scanner screen displays the patient's current fat. Because the 3M membrane absorbs and blocks X-rays, artifacts are simultaneously displayed on the CT scanner screen. Medical staff determine and record the patient's wound based on the positioning marks displayed on the CT scanner screen. Then, based on the positioning marks displayed on the CT scanner screen, they mark the hollowed-out positioning marks on the patient's skin at the wound location. During surgery, after confirming accurate positioning, an incision is made directly at the marked location for minimally invasive surgery. This reduces the workload of medical staff and effectively reduces the patient's pain.

[0050] Example 3

[0051] When the positioning plate structure is a non-perforated structure and the positioning structure is located inside the positioning plate structure, the affected area is fixed;

[0052] Before use, first immerse the positioning plate body in hot water at 50-60℃. The positioning plate body will completely soften in about 10 seconds. After removing the positioning plate body from the hot water for approximately 30 seconds, it will cool and become plastic. Therefore, immediately wrap the positioning plate body, which is not yet fully plasticized after being heated in the water, around the patient's affected area, ensuring it fits tightly to the patient's limb. After the fixing plate body has completely cooled, a completely body-fitting fixing structure is achieved. Then, the positioning plate body is installed on the bandage using the bandage clips. Finally, the overall structure is fixed to the body using the male and female sides of the Velcro on the bandage.

[0053] Before surgery, CT scans are used to locate the lesion, further pinpointing its precise location. The CT scan first uses imaging technology to create a three-dimensional reconstruction of the patient's body fat and bones. The operator then adjusts the CT scanner's window frame and display options to show the patient's bones in the 3D view. The operator marks the bone damage area on the screen using the scanner. After marking, the operator changes the view to the patient's fat option, displaying the current fat area on the CT screen. Because the 3M membrane absorbs and blocks X-rays, artifacts appear on the CT screen. Medical staff use the positioning markers displayed on the CT screen to locate and record the wound. During surgery, the positioning plate and its clips are first opened, and the positioning plate is removed. The positioning structure is still attached to the affected area. The positioning markers are then located and marked in the nearby cutouts. After confirming accurate positioning, the medical staff makes an incision at the marked location for minimally invasive surgery. This reduces the workload of medical staff and effectively minimizes patient pain.

[0054] Example 4

[0055] When using an adhesive layer for fixation, before use, without removing the protective layer, immerse the positioning plate body in hot water at 50-60°C. The positioning plate body will completely soften in approximately 10 seconds. After removing the positioning plate body from the hot water for about 30 seconds, it will cool and become plastic. Therefore, after removing the positioning plate body from the water, remove the protective layer and immediately wrap the still-molded positioning plate body around the patient's affected area, ensuring it fits tightly to the patient's limb. After the fixation plate body has completely cooled, a fixation structure that perfectly conforms to the human body will be obtained.

[0056] During preoperative lesion localization, CT scans are used to determine the precise location of the lesion. The CT scan first uses imaging technology to perform three-dimensional reconstruction of the patient's body fat and bones. Then, the operator adjusts the CT scanner window and display options to show the patient's bones in the three-dimensional view. The operator marks the bone damage area on the screen using the scanner. After marking, the operator changes the view to the patient's fat option, and the CT scanner screen displays the patient's current fat. Because the 3M membrane absorbs and blocks X-rays, artifacts are simultaneously displayed on the CT scanner screen. Medical staff determine and record the patient's wound based on the positioning marks displayed on the CT scanner screen. Then, based on the positioning marks displayed on the CT scanner screen, they mark the hollowed-out positioning marks on the patient's skin at the wound location. During surgery, after confirming accurate positioning, an incision is made directly at the marked location for minimally invasive surgery. This reduces the workload of medical staff and effectively reduces the patient's pain.

[0057] Example 5

[0058] When the positioning plate body and positioning structure of this utility model are integrated into one structure, and the positioning plate body and positioning structure are made of metamaterial, the density of which is greater than that of human skin.

[0059] When using, without removing the protective layer, immerse the positioning plate body in hot water at 50-60℃. After approximately 10 seconds, the positioning plate body will completely soften. Remove the protective layer inside the skin layer and immediately wrap the not-yet-fully-shaped positioning plate body around the patient's affected area, ensuring it fits snugly against the patient's limb. After the fixing plate body has completely cooled, a completely body-fitting fixation structure will be achieved.

[0060] During preoperative lesion localization, CT scans are used to determine the precise location of the lesion. The CT scan first uses imaging technology to perform three-dimensional reconstruction of the patient's body fat and bones. Then, the operator changes the CT scanner window and display options to show the patient's bones in the three-dimensional view. The operator marks the bone damage area on the screen using the scanning device. After marking, the operator changes the view to the patient's fat option, and the CT scanner screen displays the patient's current fat. Because the positioning plate and positioning structure are made of metamaterial with a density greater than human skin, the skin and the device present different shadows during CT use, creating artifacts on the CT scanner screen. Medical staff determine and record the patient's wound based on the positioning marks displayed on the CT scanner screen. Then, based on the positioning marks displayed on the CT scanner screen, they mark the hollowed-out positioning marks on the device at the wound location on the patient's skin. During surgery, after confirming accurate positioning, an incision is made directly at the marked location for minimally invasive surgery. This reduces the workload of medical staff and effectively reduces the patient's pain.

[0061] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. The various components mentioned in this utility model are common technologies in the existing field. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery, characterized in that... It includes a positioning plate body and a positioning structure, wherein the positioning plate body and the positioning structure are connected; The positioning plate body and the positioning structure are integrated into one unit. The positioning structure consists of raised markings and raised grid lines. Raised markings are provided at the intersections of the raised grid lines. Hollow marking holes are provided on the upper side of the positioning plate. The positioning structure is a positioning film or positioning strip. The positioning film is made of 3M film material. The upper side of the positioning film is provided with positioning marks and manual positioning holes. There are multiple positioning holes, and positioning marks are provided between adjacent positioning holes.

2. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The positioning plate body and the positioning structure are connected by snap fasteners, and the bandage is fixed to the positioning plate body by snap fasteners; the bandage includes a male side of Velcro and a female side of Velcro.

3. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The positioning film is provided with 1~3μm metal wires and metal powder, and the metal wires intersect to form manual positioning holes.

4. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The positioning plate body is composed of a shape memory plate crossbeam and a shape memory plate connecting piece, and the shape memory plate connecting piece and the shape memory plate crossbeam are fixed together.

5. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The positioning plate body is made of shape memory material.

6. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The positioning plate body is a metamaterial structure.

7. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The positioning strip is sprayed onto the positioning plate body.

8. A chest wall fixation plate with preoperative positioning function for rib fracture surgery as described in claim 1, characterized in that... The positioning plate body has a skin layer, and an adhesive layer is provided on the outside of the skin layer. The positioning structure is located between the skin layer and the positioning plate body, and a protective film is provided on the outside of the adhesive layer.

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