Minimally invasive suturing device for labial labia shaping

By designing a minimally invasive suturing device with a rectangular clamp and an inward-pointing clamping structure, the problem of easy rotation of the suturing curved needle on a thick wound surface was solved, achieving suturing stability and precision, and promoting the healing of the labia minora wound.

CN224179747UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01ZHEJIANG PROVINCIAL PEOPLES HOSPITAL
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHEJIANG PROVINCIAL PEOPLES HOSPITAL
Filing Date
2024-12-31
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

When suturing thickened wounds, traditional labia minora suturing equipment is prone to axial rotation of the suture needle, causing the suture point to deviate from the expected position, affecting the precise suturing and healing effect of the wound.

Method used

A minimally invasive suturing device for labiaplasty was designed, which uses a rectangular cross-section clamp and an inward V-shaped clamping structure. The friction is increased by the force-bearing flange on the surface of the clamp, and the double-point clamping of the rectangular forceps groove ensures the stability of the curved needle and precise suturing.

Benefits of technology

It improves the stability and precision of suturing, ensures the accuracy of suture points, reduces suture deviation, and promotes good wound healing.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a minimally invasive suturing device for labial labia shaping, which comprises operating forceps, a curved needle is arranged at the end of the operating forceps, a forceps body tail is fixedly arranged at one end of a stress piece on the operating forceps, a connecting piece is fixedly mounted at the other end of the stress piece, and a first forceps foot and a second forceps foot are respectively and fixedly arranged on the connecting piece. The first tweezers foot and the second tweezers foot are clamped at the tweezers portion of the curved needle, a puncture needle is arranged on one side of the tweezers portion, a needle nose is fixedly arranged at the end, away from the puncture needle, of the tweezers portion, and the tweezers portion comprises a first tweezers groove and a second tweezers groove. According to the minimally invasive suturing device for labial labia shaping, the sections of the first tweezers groove and the second tweezers groove are rectangular, the operation tweezers adopt a double-point clamping mode, a curved needle can be tightly clamped, dislocation and looseness cannot occur between the operation tweezers and the curved needle, the curved needle is not prone to axial rotation, accurate suturing of an incision is guaranteed, and the suturing efficiency is improved. The puncture position can be accurately controlled, and good healing of a wound is facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical devices, specifically to a minimally invasive suturing device for labiaplasty. Background Technology

[0002] Labiaplasty involves making an incision and suturing the labia minora if it is in an abnormal state. Surgical incision methods include mid-part wedge resection, mid-part wedge resection with right-angle double-arm Z-revision, and lower pole wedge resection of the labia minora. Regardless of the type of resection, the incision site requires meticulous suturing. Traditional suturing equipment includes a special curved suture needle and needle forceps, which are used together to suture the labia minora incision site. The puncture position of the labia minora incision needs to be precisely controlled. However, the tip of the traditional needle forceps is long and thin, and the area for holding the curved suture needle is small. When the curved needle punctures the skin tissue of the labia minora incision, the needle is prone to swinging, which affects the precise suturing of the incision.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, a search revealed a minimally invasive suturing device for the labia minora with authorization announcement number CN219048665U. The device describes how, during suturing of the labia minora incision, pressing the elastic forceps body closes the clamping plates, and the smooth portion of the second branch closes to form two clamping points for the suture curl. Because the clamping plates form an enlarged planar gap, the suture curl can be clamped and fixed parallel to the closed gap. The closure of the second branch provides auxiliary support, creating a stable planar clamping of the suture curl.

[0004] While the aforementioned device can suture labial wounds by clamping a curved suture needle, in actual operation, the curved suture needle has a circular cross-section and a smooth surface. When suturing thicker wounds, the curved suture needle needs to be subjected to greater pressure by medical forceps to pierce the labia for suturing. During this process, the curved suture needle is prone to axial rotation, which not only affects the precise suturing of the incision but also makes it difficult to accurately control the puncture position, causing the suture point to deviate from the expected position, affecting the accuracy of wound alignment, and hindering good wound healing. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a minimally invasive suturing device for labiaplasty to address the deficiencies mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the following technical solution is adopted:

[0007] A minimally invasive suturing device for labiaplasty includes forceps, with a curved needle at the end of the forceps. A force-receiving plate on the forceps has a tail fixedly attached to one end, and a connecting plate fixedly attached to the other end. A first forceps foot and a second forceps foot are fixedly attached to the connecting plate, and both the first and second forceps feet are clamped at the forceps section on the curved needle. A puncture needle is provided on one side of the forceps section, and a needle eye is fixedly attached to the end of the forceps section away from the puncture needle. The forceps section includes a first forceps groove and a second forceps groove.

[0008] Preferably, the tail of the tweezers is U-shaped, and the force-bearing plate at the front end of the tail is elliptical.

[0009] Preferably, multiple sets of friction strips are uniformly arranged on the surface of the force-bearing sheet, and the spacing between adjacent sets of rectangular friction strips is consistent.

[0010] Preferably, the first and second tweezers at the end of the connecting piece are both C-shaped, and the first and second tweezers are combined to form an inward V-shape.

[0011] Preferably, the ends of the first tweezers and the second tweezers are respectively engaged inside the first tweezers groove and the second tweezers groove, and the first tweezers groove and the second tweezers groove are respectively opened on the upper and lower sides of the tail of the puncture needle.

[0012] Preferably, the bent needle is provided with a clamp at one-third of the distance from the eye of the needle, and two sets of clamps are respectively provided on the upper and lower sides of the bent needle. At the same time, multiple sets of force-bearing flanges are evenly provided on the surface of the clamp, and the distance between two adjacent sets of force-bearing flanges is consistent.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] This utility model uses the ends of the pliers to clamp and fix the clamps. The surface of the clamps is evenly provided with multiple sets of force-bearing flanges, which can increase the friction between the clamps and the curved needle, making the clamps more stable when operating the curved needle. At the same time, the cross-section of the clamps is rectangular, not circular, so that the curved needle will not rotate axially when the clamps hold the curved needle, improving the stability of the curved needle when suturing and ensuring the aesthetics of the wound.

[0015] This invention relates to a method for medical personnel to manipulate a curved needle using forceps. The forceps are equipped with a first and a second foot, arranged in an inward V-shape. The ends of the first and second feet are respectively engaged within a first and a second rectangular groove. The forceps employ a double-point clamping method to securely hold the curved needle, preventing misalignment or loosening between the forceps and the needle. This also prevents the curved needle from rotating axially, ensuring precise suturing of the incision, maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the wound, and allowing for accurate control of the puncture position, thus promoting good wound healing. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a front view schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A bottom view.

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Top view.

[0019] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A magnified structural diagram at point A in the diagram.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a bent needle structure.

[0021] In the figure: 1. Curved needle; 11. Puncture needle; 12. Forceps; 121. First forceps groove; 122. Second forceps groove; 13. Pliers; 131. Force-bearing flange; 14. Needle eye; 2. Operating forceps; 21. First forceps foot; 22. Second forceps foot; 23. Connecting piece; 24. Force-bearing piece; 25. Forceps body tail. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0023] This utility model provides a minimally invasive suturing device for labiaplasty. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1-5 The device includes an operating forceps 2, with a curved needle 1 at one end. One end of a force-receiving plate 24 on the operating forceps 2 is fixedly provided with a forceps body tail 25, and the other end of the force-receiving plate 24 is fixedly installed with a connecting plate 23. At the same time, a first forceps foot 21 and a second forceps foot 22 are fixedly provided on the connecting plate 23, and the first forceps foot 21 and the second forceps foot 22 are both clamped at the forceps part 12 position on the curved needle 1. A puncture needle 11 is provided on one side of the forceps part 12, and a needle eye 14 is fixedly provided at the end of the forceps part 12 away from the puncture needle 11. The forceps part 12 includes a first forceps groove 121 and a second forceps groove 122.

[0024] The tail 25 of the tweezers body is U-shaped, and the force-receiving plate 24 at the front end of the tail 25 is elliptical. Multiple sets of friction strips are evenly arranged on the surface of the force-receiving plate 24, and the spacing between adjacent sets of rectangular friction strips is consistent.

[0025] The first tweezers 21 and the second tweezers 22 at the end of the connecting piece 23 are both C-shaped, and the first tweezers 21 and the second tweezers 22 are combined to form an inward V-shape. The ends of the first tweezers 21 and the second tweezers 22 are respectively engaged inside the first tweezers groove 121 and the second tweezers groove 122, and the first tweezers groove 121 and the second tweezers groove 122 are respectively opened on the upper and lower sides of the tail of the puncture needle 11.

[0026] As an improvement, a clamping part 13 is provided at one-third of the distance from the eye of the needle 14 on the curved needle 1, and two sets of clamping parts 13 are respectively provided on the upper and lower sides of the curved needle 1. At the same time, multiple sets of force-bearing flanges 131 are evenly provided on the surface of the clamping part 13, and the distance between adjacent sets of force-bearing flanges 131 is consistent. The clamping part 13 is provided at one-third of the distance from the eye of the needle 1 on the curved needle 1. The clamping part 13 allows medical personnel to quickly and accurately clamp the curved needle 1 at one-third of the distance from the eye of the needle 14 with surgical forceps. Even a recent graduate can easily achieve this. The surgical forceps accurately clamp the curved needle 1 at one-third of the distance from the eye of the needle 14, which has the following advantages.

[0027] The eye of the needle 14 is located one-third closer to the needle holding point. Clamping the curved needle 1 at this point can provide better stability for the surgeon. In this way, the curved needle 1 is less likely to shake or rotate during suturing, making the suturing action more precise and helping to accurately pass through the tissue and perform the suturing.

[0028] When the surgeon performs suturing, the subtle movements of the hand are transmitted to the curved needle 1 through the surgical forceps. Clamping the position near the eye of the needle can reduce the lever arm length, reduce the impact of slight hand tremors on the needle tip position, and improve the accuracy and stability of suturing.

[0029] It is easier to control the direction and angle of the needle. When suturing the labia minora wound, the angle of the needle needs to be adjusted according to the characteristics of the tissue and the requirements of the surgery. Clamping the needle at one-third of the distance from the eye of the needle 14 allows for more flexible rotation and adjustment of the needle's direction, enabling the puncture needle 11 to accurately pass through specific layers and locations of the tissue.

[0030] When medical staff suture the reshaped labia minora, they hold forceps in their right hand, with the tip of the forceps clamping and fixing the forceps part 13. Multiple sets of force-bearing flanges 131 are evenly distributed on the surface of the forceps part 13, increasing the friction between the forceps part 13 and the curved needle 1. This makes the forceps part 13 more stable when operating the curved needle 1. Furthermore, the cross-section of the forceps part 13 is rectangular, not circular, preventing the curved needle 1 from rotating axially when clamped, thus improving the stability of the curved needle 1 during suture and ensuring the aesthetic appearance of the wound. When medical staff manipulate the curved needle 1 using forceps 2, the forceps 2 has a first forceps leg 21 and a second forceps leg 22 at its end. The first forceps leg 21 and the second forceps leg 22 are arranged in an inward V-shape. The ends of the two forceps 22 are respectively engaged inside the first forceps groove 121 and the second forceps groove 122. The cross-section of the first forceps groove 121 and the second forceps groove 122 is rectangular. The operating forceps 2 adopts a double-point clamping method, which can firmly clamp the curved needle 1. When the curved needle 1 punctures the thick labia minora, there will be no misalignment or loosening between the operating forceps 2 and the curved needle 1. The curved needle 1 is not easy to rotate axially, ensuring precise suturing of the incision. The puncture position can be accurately controlled, which is conducive to good wound healing. The distance between the first forceps 21 and the second forceps 22 is 1.5mm, which facilitates the force transmission of the first forceps groove 121 and the second forceps groove 122 when the force plate 24 is pressed, so that the operating forceps 2 can firmly clamp the curved needle 1.

[0031] The above embodiments are used to explain and illustrate the present utility model, and not to limit the utility model. Any modifications and changes made to the present utility model within the spirit and scope of the claims should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A minimally invasive suturing device for labiaplasty, comprising forceps (2), characterized in that: The operating forceps (2) is provided with a bent needle (1) at the end. One end of the force plate (24) on the operating forceps (2) is fixedly provided with a forceps body tail (25), and the other end of the force plate (24) is fixedly installed with a connecting plate (23). At the same time, the connecting plate (23) is fixedly provided with a first forceps foot (21) and a second forceps foot (22). The first forceps foot (21) and the second forceps foot (22) are both clamped at the forceps part (12) position on the bent needle (1). A puncture needle (11) is provided on one side of the forceps part (12), and a needle eye (14) is fixedly provided at the end of the forceps part (12) away from the puncture needle (11). The forceps part (12) includes a first forceps groove (121) and a second forceps groove (122).

2. The minimally invasive suturing device for labialplasty according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tail of the tweezers (25) is U-shaped, and the force plate (24) at the front end of the tail of the tweezers (25) is elliptical.

3. The minimally invasive suturing device for labialplasty according to claim 2, characterized in that: The surface of the force-bearing plate (24) is uniformly provided with multiple sets of friction strips, and the spacing between adjacent sets of rectangular friction strips is consistent.

4. The minimally invasive suturing device for labiaplasty according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first tweezers (21) and the second tweezers (22) at the end of the connecting piece (23) are both "C" shaped, and the first tweezers (21) and the second tweezers (22) are combined together to form an inward V-shape.

5. The minimally invasive suturing device for labialplasty according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ends of the first tweezers (21) and the second tweezers (22) are respectively engaged inside the first tweezers groove (121) and the second tweezers groove (122), and the first tweezers groove (121) and the second tweezers groove (122) are respectively opened on the upper and lower sides of the tail of the puncture needle (11).

6. The minimally invasive suturing device for labialplasty according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bent needle (1) is provided with a clamp (13) at one-third of the distance from the eye of the needle (14), and two sets of clamps (13) are respectively provided on the upper and lower sides of the bent needle (1). At the same time, multiple sets of force-bearing flanges (131) are evenly provided on the surface of the clamp (13), and the distance between two adjacent sets of force-bearing flanges (131) is consistent.

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