Endoscope tip protection sleeve

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of medical equipment, in particular to a protective sleeve for the tip of an endoscope. Comprising a protective sleeve body, the body is integrally formed by a first sleeve and a second sleeve, an abutting circular truncated cone is arranged in the first sleeve and used for abutting against a hard portion of the tip of an endoscope, and open grooves are formed in the two sides of the end and used for discharging residual water. A fixing part is arranged at one end of the second sleeve and comprises an endoscope insertion opening and a tightening assembly, the insertion opening is made of silica gel, has elasticity and can be matched with endoscope tip parts with different diameters, the tightening assembly comprises a fixing connector, a tightening belt and an upper cover, the tightening belt is guided through an I-shaped through hole, and the upper cover is hinged to the fixing connector and connected with the fixing connector through a buckle. The protective sleeve can prevent the endoscope from being damaged in the transportation and storage process, is easy to clean and disinfect, has no disinfection dead angle, allows residual water in the endoscope to be smoothly discharged through the open groove, avoids corrosion or bacterium breeding caused by water retention, and saves maintenance cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment technology, specifically to a protective sleeve for the tip of an endoscope. Background Technology

[0002] Endoscopes, as a widely used diagnostic and therapeutic tool in the medical field, play an indispensable role, especially in the examination of digestive tract diseases. Flexible digestive endoscopes typically consist of a rigid tip, a curved tip, an insertion tube, an operating section, and a light guide. The rigid tip, as the endoscope's front end, contains several key components that work together to ensure clear observation of the digestive tract's interior during examinations and to perform necessary sampling or treatment procedures.

[0003] Existing flexible endoscopes are easily squeezed or bumped during transportation and storage, resulting in breakage of fragile glass components such as the rigid objective lens and guide window, leading to water ingress and extremely expensive repair costs. In addition, the snake-bone rubber of the curved end is also very fragile and easily broken by impacts, causing water to enter the endoscope. This not only increases the hospital's repair costs but also affects the normal use of the endoscope and reduces the department's work efficiency. The existing endoscope protective sleeve covers the front end of the endoscope with a tube, which cannot be fully cleaned and disinfected, resulting in disinfection dead spots. Furthermore, residual moisture inside the endoscope cannot be properly drained during storage and drying, affecting its use. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention provides a protective sleeve for the tip of an endoscope, which solves the problems of existing endoscopes being easily damaged during transportation and storage, and the protective sleeve having blind spots for disinfection, making it impossible to completely drain moisture.

[0005] According to the present invention, an endoscope tip protective sleeve includes: a protective sleeve body, the protective sleeve body including a first sleeve and a second sleeve connected in sequence for storing the endoscope tip; the end of the first sleeve near the second sleeve is provided with an abutting frustum for the rigid part of the endoscope tip to abut; the ends of the first sleeve away from the abutting frustum are provided with opening grooves extending to the second sleeve, the opening grooves being used for the drainage of residual water inside the endoscope; the length of the first sleeve is less than the length of the second sleeve, and the first sleeve and the second sleeve are integrally formed.

[0006] In this invention, the protective sleeve body is integrally formed from the first sleeve and the second sleeve, which is adapted to the structure of the endoscope tip, providing comprehensive protection. The integral forming design makes the protective sleeve easy to clean and disinfect, achieving rapid cleaning and disinfection while ensuring no disinfection dead corners, thus meeting the hygiene requirements of medical equipment.

[0007] The abutting frustum in this invention ensures that the tip of the endoscope is stably abutted within the protective sleeve, preventing damage caused by shaking.

[0008] The opening groove in this invention allows residual moisture inside the endoscope to drain smoothly through the opening groove during the storage and drying process, preventing corrosion or bacterial growth caused by moisture retention.

[0009] By adjusting the length and diameter of the first and second sleeves, the tips of endoscopes of different brands and models can be adapted.

[0010] In this invention, the end of the second sleeve away from the first sleeve is provided with a fixing part for fixing the tip of the endoscope inside the protective sleeve body.

[0011] By using the fixing part in this utility model, after the tip of the flexible endoscope is inserted into the protective sleeve, it ensures that the tip of the endoscope is firmly fixed in the protective sleeve, preventing it from falling off or shifting during transportation or storage, and reducing the risk of damage caused by accidental collision or squeezing.

[0012] In this invention, the fixing part includes an endoscope insertion port disposed at one end of the second sleeve away from the first sleeve. The inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port is smaller than the inner diameter of the second sleeve, and the inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port is smaller than the outer diameter of the endoscope insertion part.

[0013] With the small inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port in this utility model, the endoscope tip can be inserted by simply prying open the top opening with one hand during use. This convenient operation allows for the secure fixation of the endoscope tip, helping to prevent external contaminants from entering the protective sleeve and maintaining the cleanliness of the endoscope.

[0014] In this invention, the endoscope insertion port is made of silicone.

[0015] The use of silicone material for the endoscope insertion port in this invention provides a degree of flexibility, allowing it to adapt to endoscope tips of different diameters and improving the versatility of the protective sleeve. Furthermore, silicone has good elasticity and corrosion resistance, enabling it to fit tightly against the endoscope insertion part, fixing the tip inside the protective sleeve and providing effective protection.

[0016] In this invention, the protective cover body is made of silicone material that can be repeatedly washed and disinfected.

[0017] The protective sleeve in this invention is made of silicone, which allows for repeated cleaning and disinfection. It is resistant to corrosion from peracetic acid or phthalaldehyde in endoscope cleaning solutions. The silicone itself is a soft material that provides excellent cushioning.

[0018] This utility model also provides another fixing part installed on the protective sleeve body, which includes a tightening component sleeved on the outer wall of the second sleeve away from the first sleeve. The tightening component includes a fixing joint adapted to the outer wall of the second sleeve and a tightening band connected to the fixing joint.

[0019] The tightening component in this invention further secures and tightens the endoscope tip within the protective sleeve, enhancing the stability of the protective sleeve during transportation and storage, and reducing the risk of endoscope shaking and collision.

[0020] The tightening strap design in this invention allows the protective sleeve to be adapted to endoscope tips of different sizes, improving its versatility and flexibility.

[0021] In this utility model, a top cover is provided at one end of the fixed joint away from the second sleeve, with one end hinged to the fixed joint and the other end connected to the fixed joint by a buckle. The top cover is provided with a locking block for use with the tightening belt.

[0022] The hinged and snap-fit ​​connection in this invention facilitates the opening and closing of the top cover, ensuring secure protection of the endoscope tip and allowing for easy removal.

[0023] In this utility model, the fixed joint is provided with an I-shaped through hole for the tightening belt to pass through.

[0024] The through-hole in this invention guides the tightening belt, making the tightening process smoother and more accurate.

[0025] The beneficial effects of this invention are that accidental collisions during the transportation and storage of endoscopes will hardly damage the tip of the endoscope, greatly saving maintenance costs caused by such accidents. At the same time, the endoscopes do not need to be sent for repair frequently, ensuring the integrity rate of endoscopes in the department and ensuring the normal rotation of endoscopes in the department.

[0026] Another beneficial effect of this invention is that while protecting the rigid tip of the endoscope, it allows residual moisture inside the endoscope to be smoothly discharged through the opening channel during the storage and drying process. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the protective sleeve for the tip of an endoscope Figure 1 .

[0028] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the protective sleeve at the tip of the endoscope.

[0029] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the protective sleeve for the tip of an endoscope Figure 2 .

[0030] Figure 4 This is a right view of the protective sleeve at the tip of the endoscope.

[0031] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the tightening component.

[0032] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the fixed joint part. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To further understand the content of this utility model, a detailed description of the utility model is provided in conjunction with the embodiments. It should be understood that the embodiments are merely illustrative and not limiting of the utility model.

[0034] Example 1

[0035] like Figure 1-2 As shown, this embodiment provides a protective sleeve for the tip of an endoscope, which includes: a protective sleeve body 100, the protective sleeve body 100 including a first sleeve 110 and a second sleeve 120 connected in sequence for storing the tip of the endoscope; the end of the first sleeve 110 near the second sleeve 120 is provided with an abutment frustum 111 for the rigid part of the endoscope tip to abut; the ends of the first sleeve 110 away from the abutment frustum 111 are provided with opening grooves 112 extending to the second sleeve 120, the opening grooves 112 are used for the drainage of residual water inside the endoscope; the length of the first sleeve 110 is less than the length of the second sleeve 120, and the first sleeve 110 and the second sleeve 120 are integrally formed.

[0036] In this embodiment, the protective sleeve body 100 is integrally formed from the first sleeve 110 and the second sleeve 120, which is adapted to the structure of the endoscope tip and provides comprehensive protection. The integral forming design makes the protective sleeve easy to clean and disinfect, achieving rapid cleaning and disinfection while ensuring no disinfection dead corners, thus meeting the hygiene requirements of medical equipment.

[0037] The abutting frustum 111 in this embodiment ensures that the tip of the endoscope is stably abutted within the protective sleeve, preventing damage caused by shaking.

[0038] The opening groove 112 in this embodiment allows residual moisture inside the endoscope to be smoothly discharged through the opening groove 112 during the storage and drying process, avoiding corrosion or bacterial growth caused by moisture retention.

[0039] By adjusting the length and diameter of the first sleeve 110 and the second sleeve 120, the tips of endoscopes of different brands and models can be adapted.

[0040] In this embodiment, the end of the second sleeve 120 away from the first sleeve 110 is provided with a fixing part 200 for fixing the tip of the endoscope inside the protective sleeve body 100.

[0041] With the fixing part 200 in this embodiment, after the tip of the flexible endoscope is inserted into the protective sleeve, it is ensured that the tip of the endoscope is firmly fixed in the protective sleeve, preventing it from falling off or shifting during transportation or storage, and reducing the risk of damage caused by accidental collision or squeezing.

[0042] In this embodiment, the fixing part 200 includes an endoscope insertion port 210 disposed at one end of the second sleeve 120 away from the first sleeve 110. The inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port 210 is smaller than the inner diameter of the second sleeve 120, and the inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port 210 is smaller than the outer diameter of the endoscope insertion part.

[0043] With the small inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port 210 in this embodiment, the endoscope tip can be inserted by simply prying open the top opening with one hand during use. This operation is convenient and allows for the secure fixation of the endoscope tip, helping to prevent external contaminants from entering the protective sleeve and protecting the cleanliness of the endoscope.

[0044] In this embodiment, the endoscope insertion port 210 is made of silicone.

[0045] The use of silicone endoscope insertion port 210 in this embodiment provides a degree of flexibility, allowing it to adapt to endoscope tips of different diameters and improving the versatility of the protective sleeve. Furthermore, silicone has good elasticity and corrosion resistance, enabling it to fit tightly against the endoscope insertion part, fixing the tip inside the protective sleeve and providing effective protection.

[0046] In this embodiment, the protective cover body 100 is made of silicone material that can be repeatedly washed and disinfected.

[0047] In this embodiment, the protective cover body 100 is made of silicone, which can be repeatedly cleaned and disinfected. It can withstand the corrosion of peracetic acid or phthalaldehyde in the endoscope cleaning solution. The silicone itself is a soft material that can play a good cushioning role.

[0048] Example 2

[0049] like Figure 3-6 As shown, this embodiment also provides another fixing part 200 installed on the protective sleeve body 100, which includes a tightening component 220 sleeved on the outer wall of the second sleeve 120 away from the first sleeve 110. The tightening component 220 includes a fixing joint 221 adapted to the outer wall of the second sleeve 120 and a tightening band 222 connected to the fixing joint 221.

[0050] The tightening component 220 in this embodiment further fixes and secures the tip of the endoscope within the protective sleeve, enhancing the stability of the protective sleeve during transportation and storage and reducing the risk of endoscope shaking and collision.

[0051] The design of the tightening strap 222 in this embodiment allows the protective sleeve to be adapted to endoscope tips of different sizes, improving its versatility and flexibility.

[0052] In this embodiment, the fixed connector 221 is provided with an upper cover 224 at one end away from the second sleeve 120, which is hinged to the fixed connector 221 at one end and connected to the fixed connector 221 at the other end by a buckle 223. The upper cover 224 is provided with a locking block 225 inside, which is used in conjunction with the tightening strap 222.

[0053] In this embodiment, the hinge and snap-fit ​​223 connection facilitates the opening and closing of the top cover 224, ensuring secure protection of the endoscope tip and making it easy to remove.

[0054] In this embodiment, the fixed joint 221 is provided with an I-shaped through hole 226 for the tightening belt 222 to pass through.

[0055] In this embodiment, the I-shaped through hole 226 guides the tightening band 222, making the tightening process smoother and more accurate.

[0056] In this embodiment, during use, the operator first inserts the tip of the endoscope into the first sleeve 110, where it abuts against the abutting frustum 111. At this time, the tip is completely protected within the rubber protective sleeve body. Next, the operator places the tightening component 220 on the outer wall of the second sleeve 120. Since the fixing joint 221 is compatible with the outer diameter of the second sleeve 120, a stable abutment is achieved. The operator then secures the upper cover 224 on the fixing joint 221 to the fixing joint 221 using the buckle 223, and then removes the tightening strap 222 from the fixing joint 221. The endoscope passes through the through hole 226 and is pulled to tighten the tightening strap 222 until the inner diameter of the second sleeve 120 is tightly fitted with the endoscope insertion part without loosening. During this process, due to the downward pressure of the locking block 225, the tightening strap 222 will be locked. Under the squeezing action, the tightening strap 222 can be firmly locked in the through hole to limit the movement and achieve the tightening effect of the tightening strap 222. After transportation, medical staff can release the limit by operating the buckle 223 and prying the top cover 224 upward, and then take the endoscope tip out of the protective sleeve body 100.

[0057] It is readily understood that those skilled in the art can combine, split, or reorganize the embodiments provided in this application to obtain other embodiments, all of which do not exceed the protection scope of this application.

[0058] In summary, the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. All equivalent changes and modifications made within the scope of the patent application of the present utility model shall fall within the scope of the patent of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A protective sleeve for the tip of an endoscope, characterized in that: The protective sleeve body (100) includes a first sleeve (110) and a second sleeve (120) connected in sequence for storing the tip of an endoscope. The end of the first sleeve (110) near the second sleeve (120) is provided with an abutment truncated cone (111) for the rigid part of the tip of the endoscope to abut. The ends of the first sleeve (110) away from the abutment truncated cone (111) are provided with opening grooves (112) extending to the second sleeve (120), and the opening grooves (112) are used for the drainage of residual water inside the endoscope. The length of the first sleeve (110) is less than the length of the second sleeve (120), and the first sleeve (110) and the second sleeve (120) are integrally formed.

2. The endoscope tip protective sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second sleeve (120) has a fixing part (200) at the end away from the first sleeve (110) for fixing the tip of the endoscope inside the protective sleeve body (100).

3. The endoscope tip protective sleeve according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixing part (200) includes an endoscope insertion port (210) disposed at one end of the second sleeve (120) away from the first sleeve (110). The inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port (210) is smaller than the inner diameter of the second sleeve (120), and the inner diameter of the endoscope insertion port (210) is smaller than the outer diameter of the endoscope insertion part.

4. The endoscope tip protective sleeve according to claim 3, characterized in that: The endoscope insertion port (210) is made of silicone.

5. The endoscope tip protective sleeve according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixing part (200) also includes a tightening assembly (220) sleeved on the outer wall of the second sleeve (120) away from the first sleeve (110). The tightening assembly (220) includes a fixing joint (221) adapted to the outer wall of the second sleeve (120) and a tightening band (222) connected to the fixing joint (221).

6. The endoscope tip protective sleeve according to claim 5, characterized in that: The fixed connector (221) is provided with a cover (224) at one end away from the second sleeve (120), which is hinged to the fixed connector (221) at one end and connected to the fixed connector (221) by a buckle (223) at the other end. The cover (224) is provided with a clip (225) inside for use with the tightening band (222).

7. The endoscope tip protective sleeve according to claim 5, characterized in that: The fixed joint (221) has an I-shaped through hole (2226) for the tightening belt (222) to pass through.

8. The endoscope tip protective sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective case body (100) is made of silicone material that can be repeatedly washed and disinfected.

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