Protective sleeve for B-ultrasonic probe

By designing protective covers for the head and tail, and utilizing fastening and anti-slip components, the high cost and complex disinfection issues of ultrasound probe sheath components were resolved, achieving a low-cost and convenient protective effect.

CN224070475UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-03CHINESE PEOPLES LIBERATION ARMY ARMY SPECIAL MEDICAL CENTER
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-03
Publication Date
2026-04-03

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Technical Problem

Existing ultrasound probe sheath assemblies are costly and have a cumbersome sterilization process when used repeatedly, which reduces their efficiency and convenience.

Method used

A protective cover consisting of a head cover and a tail cover was designed. It is fastened to the ultrasound probe using fastening and anti-slip components to prevent positional displacement. It is made of polyethylene and can be used only once. The fastening components can be repeatedly sterilized.

Benefits of technology

It reduced costs, simplified disinfection procedures, improved efficiency and convenience, and avoided cross-infection.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a protective sleeve for a B-ultrasonic probe, which belongs to the technical field of medical protective articles and comprises a head sleeve and a tail sleeve, the bottom end of the head sleeve is fixedly connected with the top end of the tail sleeve, the head sleeve is used for sleeving the outer side of the head of a B-ultrasonic probe main body, and the tail sleeve is used for sleeving the outer side of a handle of the B-ultrasonic probe main body; the outer side of the tail sleeve is connected with a fastening assembly used for enabling the tail sleeve to be tightly attached to a B-ultrasonic probe body handle. The tail sleeve and the head sleeve are arranged on the outer side of the B-ultrasonic probe body in a sleeving mode, the arc-shaped plate is wound on the outer side of the tail sleeve, the two ends of the arc-shaped plate are connected through the anti-skid assembly, and the arc-shaped plate is prevented from slipping off from the tail sleeve; and then the shifting rod is rotated to drive the abutting block to abut against the outer wall of the tail sleeve, so that the tail sleeve is tightly attached to the B-ultrasonic probe body, and the tail sleeve is prevented from deviating in the using process.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical protective equipment technology, specifically to a protective cover for an ultrasound probe. Background Technology

[0002] Before using an ultrasound probe to examine a patient, doctors need to put a protective cover on the outside of the probe to avoid cross-infection.

[0003] For example, Chinese patent CN220917430U discloses an ultrasound probe sheath assembly, belonging to the field of medical protective equipment technology. It includes a first shell, a second shell, and a probe body. Both the first and second shells have circulation chambers fixedly connected to their bottoms. Through the cooperative use of the first and second shells, the circulation chambers, the triggering device, and the heating plate, and because the first and second shells are symmetrically equipped with receiving cavities that fit the probe body, the device can adhere to the surface of the probe body, improving measurement accuracy.

[0004] However, due to their high cost, the aforementioned patents are not suitable as disposable consumables. If they are recycled to reduce costs, a cumbersome and time-consuming disinfection process must be performed before each use, which not only increases the complexity of operation but also significantly reduces the overall efficiency and convenience of use.

[0005] Based on this, this utility model designs a protective sleeve for an ultrasound probe to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings of the existing technology, this utility model provides a protective sleeve for ultrasound probes.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0008] A protective cover for an ultrasound probe includes a head cover and a tail cover. The bottom end of the head cover is fixedly connected to the top end of the tail cover. The head cover is used to cover the outside of the head of the ultrasound probe body, and the tail cover is used to cover the outside of the handle of the ultrasound probe body.

[0009] The outer side of the tail sleeve is connected to a fastening assembly for securing the tail sleeve to the handle of the ultrasound probe body. The fastening assembly includes an arc plate, an anti-slip assembly, and a clamping assembly. The front and rear ends of the arc plate are respectively connected to two clamping assemblies for pressing the tail sleeve against the outer wall of the handle of the ultrasound probe body. An anti-slip assembly is connected between the front and rear ends of the arc plate to prevent the arc plate from slipping off. The arc plate is fitted on the outer side of the tail sleeve.

[0010] The clamping assembly includes a third fixing block, a threaded rod, a turntable, a lever, and a stop block. The third fixing block is fixedly connected to both ends of the outer side of the arc plate away from the tail sleeve. The threaded rod is threadedly connected to the third fixing block. One end of the third fixing block rotates through the end of the arc plate and is rotatably connected to the stop block. The other end of the threaded rod is fixedly connected to the turntable. Multiple levers are fixedly connected to the outer side of the turntable.

[0011] Furthermore, the abutting block can abut against the outer wall of the tail sleeve.

[0012] Furthermore, the anti-slip component includes a first fixing block, a connecting strip, and a second fixing block. The first fixing block is fixedly connected to one end of the outer side of the arc-shaped plate, one end of the connecting strip is fixedly connected to the first fixing block, and the second fixing block is fixedly connected to the other end of the outer side of the arc-shaped plate.

[0013] Furthermore, a rotating rod is rotatably connected to the second fixed block, and a limit block is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod away from the second fixed block. A limit hole is opened at the end of the connecting belt away from the first fixed block to allow the limit block to pass through.

[0014] Furthermore, the inner side of the connecting strap is in contact with the outer wall of the tail sleeve.

[0015] Furthermore, the main body of the ultrasound probe includes a head, a handle, and a connecting wire. The handle is fixedly connected to the bottom of the head, and a fixed connecting wire passes through the inside of the head and the handle.

[0016] Furthermore, the headgear is worn on the outside of the head.

[0017] Furthermore, the tail sleeve is fitted onto the outside of the handle.

[0018] Furthermore, the tail sleeve has a side seam on its side.

[0019] Furthermore, the inner wall of the tail sleeve is provided with anti-slip texture.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows:

[0021] 1. When using this utility model, the tail sleeve and head sleeve are placed on the outside of the B-ultrasound probe body, and the arc-shaped plate is wrapped around the outside of the tail sleeve. The two ends of the arc-shaped plate are connected by the anti-slip component to prevent the arc-shaped plate from slipping off the tail sleeve. Then, the lever is rotated to drive the abutment block to press against the outer wall of the tail sleeve, thereby making the tail sleeve tightly attached to the B-ultrasound probe body and preventing the tail sleeve from shifting during use.

[0022] 2. When using this utility model, the tail sleeve and head sleeve are placed on the outside of the B-ultrasound probe body, the arc plate is wrapped around the outside of the tail sleeve, the connecting strap is wrapped around the outside of the tail sleeve, and the limiting hole on the end of the connecting strap is passed through the limiting block; then the limiting block is rotated so that the limiting block is perpendicular to the limiting hole, thereby realizing the limiting function of the limiting hole and preventing the connecting strap from slipping off. The two ends of the arc plate are fixed by the connecting strap to prevent the arc plate from slipping off.

[0023] 3. This utility model separates the side seams to allow the head to enter the headgear through the gaps between the side seams, thus placing the headgear on the outside of the head and the tailgear on the outside of the handle; the anti-slip texture can prevent the tailgear from sliding relative to the outer wall of the handle during use. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This utility model relates to a three-dimensional protective sleeve for an ultrasound probe. Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a front view of a protective sleeve for an ultrasound probe according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 3 This utility model relates to a three-dimensional protective sleeve for an ultrasound probe. Figure 2 ;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the fastening assembly.

[0031] Figure 7 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0032] Figure 8 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0033] Figure 9 for Figure 6 A magnified view of point C in the middle.

[0034] The labels in the diagram represent:

[0035] 1. Ultrasound probe body; 11. Head; 12. Handle; 13. Connecting cable; 2. Tail sleeve; 3. Head sleeve; 4. Fastening assembly; 41. Arc plate; 42. Anti-slip assembly; 421. First fixing block; 422. Connecting strap; 423. Limiting block; 424. Rotating rod; 425. Second fixing block; 43. Clamping assembly; 431. Third fixing block; 432. Threaded rod; 433. Turntable; 434. Lever; 435. Abutment block; 5. Side seam; 6. Anti-slip texture. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0037] The terms "left," "right," "front," "back," "up," and "down" used in the following description refer to the orientation from the perspective of the front view.

[0038] Example 1: In some embodiments, please refer to the accompanying drawings. Figures 1-9 A protective sleeve for an ultrasound probe includes a head cover 3 and a tail cover 2. The bottom end of the head cover 3 is fixedly connected to the top end of the tail cover 2. The head cover 3 is used to cover the outside of the head of the ultrasound probe body 1. The tail cover 2 is used to cover the outside of the handle of the ultrasound probe body 1. A fastening component 4 is connected to the outside of the tail cover 2 to secure the tail cover 2 to the handle of the ultrasound probe body 1.

[0039] The fastening assembly 4 includes an arc-shaped plate 41, an anti-slip assembly 42, and a clamping assembly 43. The front and rear ends of the arc-shaped plate 41 are respectively connected to two clamping assemblies 43 for pressing the tail sleeve 2 against the outer wall of the handle of the ultrasound probe body 1. The front and rear ends of the arc-shaped plate 41 are connected to an anti-slip assembly 42 to prevent the arc-shaped plate 41 from slipping off. The arc-shaped plate 41 is fitted on the outside of the tail sleeve 2.

[0040] The clamping assembly 43 includes a third fixing block 431, a threaded rod 432, a turntable 433, a lever 434, and a stop block 435. The third fixing block 431 is fixedly connected to both ends of the outer side of the arc plate 41. The threaded rod 432 is threadedly connected to the third fixing block 431. One end of the third fixing block 431 rotates through the end of the arc plate 41 and is rotatably connected to the stop block 435. The other end of the threaded rod 432 is fixedly connected to the turntable 433. Multiple levers 434 are fixedly connected to the outer circumference of the turntable 433.

[0041] Preferably, the contact block 435 can be connected to the outer wall of the tail sleeve 2; the tail sleeve 2 and the head sleeve 3 are made of polyethylene and are elastic, so that the head sleeve 3 and the tail sleeve 2 can be fitted onto the outside of the B-ultrasound probe body 1.

[0042] In use, the tail sleeve 2 and head sleeve 3 are placed on the outside of the ultrasound probe body 1, and the arc plate 41 is wrapped around the outside of the tail sleeve 2. The two ends of the arc plate 41 are connected by the anti-slip component 42 to prevent the arc plate 41 from slipping off the tail sleeve 2. Then, the lever 434 is rotated, and the lever 434 drives the threaded rod 432 to rotate through the turntable 433. Under the limiting and guiding action of the third fixing block 431, the threaded rod 432 drives the contact block 435 to move closer to the tail sleeve 2. When the contact block 435 is pressed against the outer wall of the tail sleeve 2, the lever 434 is stopped from rotating, thereby making the tail sleeve 2 tightly attached to the ultrasound probe body 1 and preventing the tail sleeve 2 from shifting during use. The tail cap 2 and head cap 3 can be made of polyethylene for single use, while the fastening component 4 can be reused, thus effectively reducing costs. Since the fastening component 4 does not come into contact with the patient's skin, cross-infection is avoided. Only the fastening component 4 needs to be disinfected, so the area to be disinfected is small, the disinfection steps are simple and quick, reducing the complexity of operation and significantly improving the efficiency and convenience of use.

[0043] The anti-slip component 42 includes a first fixing block 421, a connecting strip 422, a limiting block 423, a rotating rod 424, and a second fixing block 425. The first fixing block 421 is fixedly connected to one end of the outer side of the arc-shaped plate 41, and one end of the connecting strip 422 is fixedly connected to the first fixing block 421. The second fixing block 425 is fixedly connected to the other end of the outer side of the arc-shaped plate 41. A rotating rod 424 is rotatably connected to the second fixing block 425. A limiting block 423 is fixedly connected to the end of the rotating rod 424 away from the second fixing block 425. A limiting hole is provided at the end of the connecting strip 422 away from the first fixing block 421, through which the limiting block 423 passes. Both the limiting block 423 and the limiting hole have rectangular cross-sectional shapes. The fixing block 421 is engaged with the rotating rod 424 by passing through the limiting block 423 via the limiting hole.

[0044] Preferably, the inner side of the connecting strip 422 is in contact with the outer side of the tail sleeve 2; the connecting strip 422 is made of rubber and is elastic.

[0045] In use, the tail sleeve 2 and head sleeve 3 are placed on the outside of the B-ultrasound probe body 1, the arc plate 41 is wrapped around the outside of the tail sleeve 2, the connecting strap 422 is wrapped around the outside of the tail sleeve 2, and the limiting hole on the end of the connecting strap 422 is passed through the limiting block 423; the limiting block 423 is rotated so that the limiting block 423 is perpendicular to the limiting hole, thereby realizing the limiting function of the limiting hole and preventing the connecting strap 422 from slipping off. The two ends of the arc plate 41 are fixed by the connecting strap 422 to prevent the arc plate 41 from slipping off.

[0046] Example 2: In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the main body 1 of the ultrasound probe includes a head 11, a handle 12, and a connecting wire 13. The handle 12 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the head 11, and the connecting wire 13 passes through the inside of the head 11 and the handle 12. The head cover 3 is fitted on the outside of the head 11, and the tail cover 2 is fitted on the outside of the handle 12.

[0047] When in use, the head cover 3 is placed on the outside of the head 11 and the tail cover 2 is placed on the outside of the handle 12, thereby isolating the head 11 and the handle 12 and preventing cross-infection or contamination.

[0048] Example 3: In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the tail sleeve 2 has a side seam 5 on its side and an anti-slip texture 6 on its inner wall.

[0049] When in use, the side seam 5 is opened so that the head 11 can enter the head cover 3 through the side seam 5, so that the head cover 3 is put on the outside of the head 11 and the tail cover 2 is put on the outside of the handle 12; the anti-slip texture 6 can prevent the tail cover 2 from sliding relative to the outer wall of the handle 12 during use.

[0050] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this 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 of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions will not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A protective cover for a B-mode probe, comprising a head cover (3) and a tail cover (2), characterized in that: The bottom end of the head cover (3) is fixedly connected with the top end of the tail cover (2), the head cover (3) is used for sleeving outside the head of the B-ultrasound probe body (1), and the tail cover (2) is used for sleeving outside the handle of the B-ultrasound probe body (1); The tail cover (2) is connected with a fastening assembly (4) used for tightly attaching the tail cover (2) to the handle of the B-ultrasound probe body (1), the fastening assembly (4) comprises an arc-shaped plate (41), an anti-skid assembly (42) and a clamping assembly (43), the front end and the rear end of the arc-shaped plate (41) are respectively connected with two clamping assemblies (43) used for abutting the tail cover (2) against the outer wall of the handle of the B-ultrasound probe body (1), the anti-skid assembly (42) is connected between the front end and the rear end of the arc-shaped plate (41) and is used for preventing the arc-shaped plate (41) from slipping off, and the arc-shaped plate (41) is sleeved outside the tail cover (2); The clamping assembly (43) comprises a third fixed block (431), a threaded rod (432), a rotating disc (433), a lever (434) and an abutting block (435), the outer side of the arc-shaped plate (41) is fixedly connected with the third fixed block (431), the third fixed block (431) is threadedly connected with the threaded rod (432), one end of the third fixed block (431) is rotatably penetrated through the end of the arc-shaped plate (41) and is rotatably connected with the abutting block (435), the other end of the threaded rod (432) is fixedly connected with the rotating disc (433), and the circumferential outer side of the rotating disc (433) is fixedly connected with a plurality of levers (434).

2. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 1, characterized in that, The abutting block (435) can abut against the outer wall of the tail cover (2).

3. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 2, characterized in that, The anti-skid assembly (42) comprises a first fixed block (421), a connecting belt (422) and a second fixed block (425), one end of the outer side of the arc-shaped plate (41) is fixedly connected with the first fixed block (421), one end of the connecting belt (422) is fixedly connected with the first fixed block (421), and the other end of the outer side of the arc-shaped plate (41) is fixedly connected with the second fixed block (425).

4. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second fixed block (425) is rotatably connected with a rotating rod (424), one end of the rotating rod (424) away from the second fixed block (425) is fixedly connected with a limiting block (423), and the end of the connecting belt (422) away from the first fixed block (421) is provided with a limiting hole through which the limiting block (423) passes.

5. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 4, characterized in that The inner side of the connecting belt (422) abuts against the outer wall of the tail cover (2).

6. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 5, characterized in that The B-ultrasound probe body (1) comprises a head (11), a handle (12) and a connecting line (13), the bottom end of the head (11) is fixedly connected with the handle (12), and the inside of the head (11) and the handle (12) is provided with the connecting line (13).

7. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 6, characterized in that The head cover (3) is sleeved outside the head (11).

8. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 7, characterized in that The tail cover (2) is sleeved outside the handle (12).

9. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 8, characterized in that The side edge of the tail cover (2) is provided with a side seam (5).

10. The protective sleeve for a B-mode probe according to claim 9, characterized in that The inner wall of the tail cover (2) is provided with anti-skid lines (6).

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