Anti-droplet cover for child bronchoscopy

By designing a transparent face shield, rubber gaskets, and suction device to prevent droplet transmission, the problems of droplet ejection and sputum accumulation during bronchoscopy were solved, achieving the effects of reducing the risk of infection and maintaining airway patency.

CN224179693UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01BEIJING SHUNYI DISTRICT HOSPITAL
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
BEIJING SHUNYI DISTRICT HOSPITAL
Filing Date
2025-01-07
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

During bronchoscopy, patients' oral breathing can cause droplets to be expelled, increasing the risk of infectious disease transmission. The accumulation of saliva and sputum can affect airway patency, leading to discomfort and potential suffocation risks.

Method used

A droplet shield was designed, comprising a transparent face mask, rubber gaskets, a suction device, and a drain pipe. The transparent face mask isolates droplets, the rubber gaskets prevent droplets from flowing onto the face, the suction device promptly removes sputum, and the drain pipe collects and discharges liquids.

Benefits of technology

It effectively isolates droplets, reduces the risk of infectious disease transmission, keeps the airway clear, relieves patient discomfort, and prevents obstruction caused by sputum accumulation.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an anti-droplet cover for children bronchoscopy, which comprises a transparent mask, the surface of the transparent mask is provided with an inspection hole and a breathing hole, the edge of the transparent mask is fixedly provided with a rubber gasket, the edge of one side, far away from the transparent mask, of the rubber gasket is turned inwards, and the bottom of the transparent mask is connected with a drainage pipe. The utility model belongs to the technical field of medical instruments, and solves the problems that in the prior art, a patient coughs in the oral breathing process, so that spittle is spread, and thick sputum is likely to be generated on the throat. The sputum suction device has the advantages that sprayed droplets are isolated through the transparent mask, meanwhile, the rubber gasket which is turned inwards prevents the droplets from flowing to the face, and finally, the droplets are discharged from the drainage pipe in a centralized mode, so that the effects of reducing droplet spreading caused by cough and timely cleaning coughed sputum are achieved, thick sputum of the throat of a patient is sucked out through the sputum suction device, and the sputum suction effect is good. Therefore, the effect of keeping the airway of the patient smooth is achieved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, specifically to a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy. Background Technology

[0002] Bronchoscopy is a medical examination method that allows direct visualization of the internal structures of the airways (bronchioles and lungs) through a bronchoscope. It is commonly used to diagnose and treat respiratory diseases, especially those involving the airways and lungs. A bronchoscope is a long, flexible tubular instrument that is usually inserted through the mouth or nose, passing through the trachea into the bronchi, and even deeper into the lungs.

[0003] The existing technology has the following shortcomings: During bronchoscopy, the patient's nasal cavity is blocked by the bronchoscope, so the patient needs to breathe through the mouth. During mouth breathing, the mouth is in a semi-open state, and saliva and sputum easily accumulate. Inevitably, a large amount of aerosol droplets will be sprayed out. For some patients with respiratory diseases, the spraying of aerosol droplets may increase the risk of transmission of infectious diseases. In addition, droplet splashes may wet the patient's face and clothing, and may also increase the patient's discomfort, leading to anxiety or restlessness. On the other hand, during mouth breathing, thick sputum or secretions may accumulate in the throat, which may lead to temporary obstruction of the throat or airway, especially when the patient cannot effectively cough up sputum. This may affect airway patency, leading to difficulty breathing, and even suffocation in extreme cases. Furthermore, the accumulation of thick sputum may make the patient feel throat discomfort or a foreign body sensation. When the patient tries to clear the sputum, this cough or choking may cause sudden airway constriction or further difficulty breathing, causing discomfort to the patient. Utility Model Content

[0004] Therefore, this utility model provides a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy to solve the above-mentioned problems in the prior art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a transparent face mask with an inspection hole and a breathing hole on its surface, a rubber gasket fixedly installed at the edge of the transparent face mask, the edge of the rubber gasket away from the transparent face mask being turned inward, a drain pipe connected to the bottom of the transparent face mask, and a suction device installed at the position of the transparent face mask facing the mouth, the suction device being used to suction out thick sputum or secretions from the patient's throat.

[0006] Furthermore, the suction device includes a suction tube, one end of which is fixedly fitted with a connection port, and the other end of which is fixedly fitted with a suction interface, which is used to connect to a negative pressure pump.

[0007] Furthermore, the transparent mask has a sputum drainage interface located directly opposite the mouth, and the connection port can be inserted into the sputum drainage interface.

[0008] Furthermore, a suction plug is fixedly installed at the end of the connection port away from the suction tube, and the suction plug is used to be inserted into the patient's throat.

[0009] Furthermore, the outer side of the rubber gasket is fitted to the patient's face, and the drain pipe is fixedly connected to the lowest point of the bottom of the transparent mask, with the drain pipe positioned near the lowest point of the rubber gasket.

[0010] Furthermore, the breathing holes are located on the transparent mask surface near both sides of the patient's face, and the inspection holes are located on the transparent mask surface near the patient's nostrils.

[0011] Furthermore, the transparent mask is fixedly installed with connecting buckles at the four corners of its edge, the connecting buckles pass through the rubber gaskets, and the connecting buckles on both sides are fixedly connected with straps.

[0012] This utility model has the following advantages:

[0013] 1. The transparent face mask isolates the sprayed droplets, which then flow down the inner wall of the mask. Meanwhile, the rubber gaskets with inward-turned edges prevent droplets from flowing onto the face. Finally, the droplets and other liquids are collected and discharged from the drain pipe. This reduces the spread of droplets caused by coughing and cleans up sputum in a timely manner, keeping the patient's face and clothing clean, relieving the patient's discomfort, and reducing the risk of infectious disease transmission.

[0014] 2. Use a suction device to promptly remove thick sputum or secretions from the patient's throat to maintain airway patency during the examination, relieve discomfort or foreign body sensation in the throat, and prevent temporary obstruction of the throat or airway. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 The front view of a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy provided by this utility model.

[0016] Figure 2 This utility model provides a schematic diagram of the structure of a droplet-proof mask for pediatric bronchoscopy.

[0017] Figure 3 The rear view of the face shield is a cross-sectional view of a bronchoscope for children to perform bronchoscopy, provided by this utility model.

[0018] Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the drain pipe connection of a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy provided by this utility model.

[0019] In the diagram: 11. Rubber gasket, 12. Transparent face mask, 13. Inspection port, 14. Breathing port, 15. Connecting buckle, 16. Strap, 17. Drain tube, 18. Sputum suction port, 21. Suction tubing, 22. Connection port, 23. Suction port, 24. Suction plug. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0021] Example 1

[0022] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy in the first aspect of this utility model includes a transparent mask 12. The transparent mask 12 has an examination hole 13 and a breathing hole 14 on its surface. A rubber gasket 11 is fixedly installed at the edge of the transparent mask 12. The edge of the rubber gasket 11 away from the transparent mask 12 is turned inward. A drain pipe 17 is connected to the bottom of the transparent mask 12. A suction device is installed at the position of the transparent mask 12 facing the mouth. The suction device is used to suction out thick sputum or secretions from the patient's throat.

[0023] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that the transparent mask 12 is made of medical transparent PVC material, the examination hole 13 allows the bronchoscope to pass through, the bronchoscope passes through the examination hole 13 and is inserted into the patient's nostril and enters the nasal cavity for examination of the patient's bronchi, and the breathing hole 14 allows for air exchange between the inside and outside of the transparent mask 12 to provide fresh air for the patient.

[0024] The technical effects achieved by the above embodiments are as follows: the transparent mask 12 isolates the sprayed droplets, which then flow down the inner wall of the transparent mask 12. At the same time, the rubber gasket 11 with its edges turned inward prevents the droplets from flowing onto the face. Finally, the droplets and other liquids are collected and discharged from the drain pipe 17, thereby preventing the splashing of saliva during the patient's oral breathing, keeping the patient's face and clothing clean, relieving the patient's discomfort, and reducing the risk of infectious disease transmission. Furthermore, the suction device promptly removes thick sputum or secretions from the patient's throat, thereby keeping the patient's airway clear during the examination, relieving the patient's throat discomfort or foreign body sensation, and preventing temporary obstruction of the patient's throat or airway.

[0025] Example 2

[0026] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy includes all the contents of Example 1. In addition, the suction device includes a suction tube 21, a connection port 22 is fixedly installed at one end of the suction tube 21, and a suction interface 23 is fixedly installed at the other end of the suction tube 21. The suction interface 23 is used to connect to a negative pressure pump. A sputum discharge interface 18 is provided at the position of the transparent mask 12 facing the mouth. The connection port 22 can be inserted into the sputum discharge interface 18. A suction plug 24 is fixedly installed at the end of the connection port 22 away from the suction tube 21. The suction plug 24 is used to be inserted into the patient's throat.

[0027] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that the connection port 22 and the sputum suction interface 18 are connected by a thread, and the sputum suction plug 24 is made of silicone material to protect the patient's oral cavity and pharyngeal wall.

[0028] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is as follows: by connecting the connection port 22 to the sputum suction interface 18, inserting the sputum suction plug 24 into the patient's throat, and then connecting the sputum suction interface 23 to the negative pressure pump, the negative pressure pump is started to perform negative pressure suction, so as to achieve the effect of sucking the sputum in the throat into the suction tubing 21 through the sputum suction plug 24.

[0029] Example 3

[0030] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a bronchoscopy protective mask includes all the contents of Example 2. In addition, the outer side of the rubber gasket 11 is fitted to the patient's face, and the drain pipe 17 is fixedly connected to the lowest position of the bottom of the transparent mask 12. The drain pipe 17 is located near the lowest position of the rubber gasket 11.

[0031] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that the rubber gasket 11 is made of flexible silicone material and is used to relieve the pressure of the edge of the rubber gasket 11 on the patient's face.

[0032] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is that the rubber gasket 11 with the inverted structure can effectively prevent liquid from flowing to the face, and finally the saliva will be discharged from the drain pipe 17 at the bottom, so as to keep the patient's face and clothes clean.

[0033] Example 4

[0034] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy includes all the contents of Example 3. In addition, breathing holes 14 are provided on the surface of the transparent mask 12 near both sides of the patient's face, and examination holes 13 are provided on the surface of the transparent mask 12 near the patient's nostrils.

[0035] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that the inner diameter of the inspection hole 13 is larger than the diameter of the bronchoscope.

[0036] Example 5

[0037] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy includes all the contents of Example 4. In addition, the transparent face shield 12 has connecting buckles 15 fixedly installed at the four corners of its edge. The connecting buckles 15 pass through the rubber gaskets 11, and the connecting buckles 15 on both sides are fixedly connected by straps 16.

[0038] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that the strap 16 is an elastic strap with a certain degree of elasticity, and the connecting buckle 15 is made of plastic.

[0039] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is that the transparent mask 12 is fixed on the patient's face by the strap 16 and the connecting buckle 15, while the rubber gasket 11 fits tightly against the patient's face.

[0040] Working principle: The transparent mask 12 is fixed to the patient's face using the strap 16, while the rubber gasket 11 fits tightly against the patient's face. Then, the bronchoscope is inserted into the patient's nostril through the examination port 13 and enters the nasal cavity for examination of the patient's bronchi. During the examination, the transparent mask 12 isolates the sprayed droplets, which then flow down the inner wall of the transparent mask 12. At the same time, the rubber gasket 11 with its edges turned inward prevents the droplets from flowing onto the face. Finally, the droplets and other liquids are collected and discharged from the drain pipe 17. Then, the connection port 22 is connected to the sputum suction port 18, and the suction plug 24 is inserted into the patient's throat. Then, the suction port 23 is connected to the negative pressure pump, and the negative pressure pump is started to perform negative pressure suction, drawing the sputum in the throat into the suction tubing 21 through the suction plug 24.

Claims

1. A droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy, comprising a transparent face shield (12), characterized in that, The transparent mask (12) has an inspection hole (13) and a breathing hole (14) on its surface. A rubber gasket (11) is fixedly installed at the edge of the transparent mask (12). The edge of the rubber gasket (11) away from the transparent mask (12) is turned inward. A drain pipe (17) is connected to the bottom of the transparent mask (12). A suction device is installed on the transparent mask (12) facing the mouth. The suction device is used to suction out thick sputum or secretions from the patient's throat.

2. The droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The suction device includes a suction tube (21), one end of which is fixedly installed with a connection port (22), and the other end of which is fixedly installed with a suction interface (23), which is used to connect to a negative pressure pump.

3. A droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The transparent mask (12) has a sputum drainage port (18) located directly opposite the mouth, and the connection port (22) can be inserted into the sputum drainage port (18).

4. A droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The end of the connection port (22) away from the suction tube (21) is fixedly equipped with a suction plug (24), which is used to insert into the patient's throat.

5. The anti-sputum shield for bronchoscopic examination of children according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer side of the rubber gasket (11) is fitted to the patient's face, and the drain pipe (17) is fixedly connected to the lowest point of the bottom of the transparent mask (12). The drain pipe (17) is located near the lowest point of the rubber gasket (11).

6. The anti-sputum shield for bronchoscopic examination of children according to claim 1, characterized in that, The breathing holes (14) are located on the surface of the transparent mask (12) near the sides of the patient's face, and the examination holes (13) are located on the surface of the transparent mask (12) near the patient's nostrils.

7. A droplet shield for pediatric bronchoscopy as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The transparent face mask (12) has connecting buckles (15) fixedly installed at the four corners of its edge. The connecting buckles (15) pass through the rubber gasket (11), and the connecting buckles (15) on both sides are fixedly connected by straps (16).