Disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve

Abstract

The utility model provides a disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve, belongs to the technical field of ultrasonic inspection, and solves the problem that in the prior art, a clamping sleeve is used for installing a solid coupling agent on an ultrasonic probe and cannot adapt to ultrasonic probes of various specifications. The device comprises a mounting plate, a mounting window is formed in the mounting plate, a solid coupling agent is clamped in the mounting window, and a bag body with openings in the two ends is connected to the mounting plate. The ultrasonic probe extends into the bag body and is attached to the solid coupling agent, in the examination process, the bag body and the ultrasonic probe are held by a hand so that the bag body can be prevented from being separated from the ultrasonic probe, and compared with the use of the liquid coupling agent, the operation time is saved, and a user can have more energy to diagnose the illness state; the ultrasonic probes in various shapes can be conveniently sleeved with the bag body, so that the bag body is suitable for the use of the solid coupling agent by the various ultrasonic probes, and the application range is greatly widened.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of ultrasound examination technology, specifically to a disposable solid coupling agent ultrasound probe sleeve. Background Technology

[0002] An ultrasound probe is a device that emits and receives ultrasound waves during ultrasound testing; it is an important component of an ultrasound diagnostic instrument. Before use, a liquid coupling agent is applied to the area of ​​the body to be examined. This liquid coupling agent minimizes air interference, resulting in clearer and more accurate ultrasound images.

[0003] During the use of liquid coupling agents, users repeatedly apply the liquid coupling agent to the body using the ultrasound probe to ensure that there is always liquid coupling agent between the ultrasound probe and the skin. This repeated operation can lead to hand fatigue and increase the examination time. To solve the above problems, existing technologies have designed solid coupling agents that are snapped onto the end face of the ultrasound probe. For example, patent CN220655594U discloses an ultrasound probe coupling agent patch assembly and an ultrasound scanning device. This ultrasound probe coupling agent patch assembly includes: a sleeve with a patch fixing component at the bottom and a first through hole, the first through hole having a first lip at its edge, and a first connecting unit on the side of the sleeve; a soft clip, disposed between the sleeve and the ultrasound probe, the soft clip having a second connecting unit; and a protective cover, the top and bottom of which are through-type, with a second lip at its edge. This solution fixes the coupling agent patch in the sleeve, detachably connects the sleeve to the soft clip, utilizes the extensibility of the soft clip to achieve an interference fit with the ultrasound probe, and uses a lip design to connect with the protective cover, allowing the coupling agent patch to extend from the top to the bottom of the protective cover. When replacement is needed, the ferrule can be manually separated from the ultrasonic probe, which facilitates the fixation and disassembly of the coupling agent patch and ensures the scanning efficiency of the ultrasonic scanning equipment.

[0004] Although the aforementioned patent uses a ferrule to fix the coupling agent patch onto the ultrasound probe, different ferrules need to be customized for different ultrasound probes, which is quite troublesome. Furthermore, existing ultrasound probes do not have a soft clip that connects with the ferrule, so the ferrule cannot be used with existing ultrasound probes, which is also quite inconvenient, greatly reducing its applicability. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, the purpose of this invention is to provide a disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve. The ultrasonic probe is inserted into the sleeve and adhered to the solid coupling agent. During the examination, the user holds the sleeve and the ultrasonic probe to prevent the sleeve from detaching from the probe. Compared to the use of liquid coupling agents, this solution saves operation time, allowing the user to focus more on diagnosis. The sleeve design allows for easy insertion of ultrasonic probes of various shapes, accommodating a wide range of probes using solid coupling agents, thus greatly expanding its applicability.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this utility model is as follows:

[0007] A disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve includes a mounting plate with an installation window. Solid coupling agent is snapped into the installation window, and a bag with openings at both ends is connected to the mounting plate.

[0008] Preferably, a tightening rope is movably provided on the bag body.

[0009] Preferably, a support ring is connected to the end of the bag body away from the mounting plate.

[0010] Preferably, the support ring is connected to a lifting part.

[0011] Preferably, the side of the mounting plate that contacts the human body is arc-shaped.

[0012] Preferably, the mounting plate is provided with vent holes.

[0013] Preferably, both the mounting plate and the bag body are made of transparent material.

[0014] Preferably, the side of the solid coupling agent that comes into contact with the human body is provided with release paper.

[0015] Preferably, the mounting window is stepped, the sidewall of the solid coupling agent is provided with an annular protrusion, and an annular pressure plate is fitted on the solid coupling agent and pressed tightly against the upper surface of the annular protrusion. The annular pressure plate is provided with screws that are threadedly connected to the mounting plate.

[0016] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] The ultrasound probe is inserted into the bag and fitted with a solid coupling agent. During the examination, the user holds the bag and the ultrasound probe to prevent the bag from detaching from the probe. Compared to the use of liquid coupling agent, this method saves operation time, allowing the user to focus more on the diagnosis. The bag design allows for easy insertion of ultrasound probes of various shapes, thus adapting to the use of solid coupling agent for various ultrasound probes and greatly expanding its applicability. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A cross-sectional structural schematic diagram provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle;

[0021] Reference numerals: 1-Support ring; 2-Lifting part; 3-Bag body; 4-Tightening rope; 5-Mounting plate; 6-Solid coupling agent; 7-Ventilation hole; 8-Release paper; 9-Mounting window; 10-Annular pressure plate; 11-Screw; 12-Annular protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0022] 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 embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0023] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that if terms such as "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer" appear to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0025] The following is combined Figure 1 and Figure 2 This utility model will be described in detail.

[0026] Example

[0027] A disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve includes a mounting plate 5, an installation window 9 on the mounting plate 5, a solid coupling agent 6 being snapped into the installation window 9, and a bag 3 with openings at both ends connected to the mounting plate 5.

[0028] The lower end face of the solid coupling agent 6 protrudes from the lower surface of the mounting plate 5, and the upper end face of the solid coupling agent 6 protrudes from the inner surface of the mounting plate 5, thereby allowing the ultrasonic probe to directly adhere to the solid coupling agent 6 and improving the sound wave transmission effect through the solid coupling agent 6. The ultrasonic probe extends into the bag body 3 and adheres to the solid coupling agent 6. The bag body 3 can be tightly adhered to the side wall of the ultrasonic probe by hand to prevent the bag body 3 from detaching from the ultrasonic probe.

[0029] To further reduce the burden on the operator's hands, a tightening rope 4 is movably installed on the bag body 3. The bag body 3 is tied and fixed to the ultrasonic probe by the tightening rope 4, so that the operator does not need to exert force to reduce the slippage of the bag body 3. The two ends of the tightening rope 4 can be connected by a telescopic slip knot, so as to facilitate the user's tightening operation.

[0030] A support ring 1 is connected to the end of the bag body 3 away from the mounting plate 5. The support ring 1 supports the opening at the top of the bag body 3, preventing the bags 3 from sticking together and making it more difficult to open the top opening.

[0031] The support ring 1 is connected to a lifting part 2, which allows the operator to easily lift the bag body 3 upwards; the lifting part 2 can be set in a ring shape.

[0032] The side of the mounting plate 5 that contacts the human body is curved. The curved end face of the mounting plate 5 allows the ultrasound probe to be pressed onto the human body and deflected at multiple angles, thereby ensuring the effectiveness of the examination.

[0033] The mounting plate 5 is provided with an exhaust hole 7. After the bag body 3 is tied and fixed by the tightening rope 4, the gas in the bag body 3 is discharged through the exhaust hole 7, which prevents the gas from inflating the bag body 3 and causing the ultrasonic probe to not be in close contact with the upper end surface of the solid coupling agent 6.

[0034] Both the mounting plate 5 and the bag 3 are made of transparent material, which makes it easy to check the fit between the ultrasound probe and the solid coupling agent 6, as well as the usage of the solid coupling agent 6.

[0035] A release paper 8 is provided on the side of the solid coupling agent 6 that comes into contact with the human body. The release paper 8 protects the outer surface of the solid coupling agent 6 and prevents it from being contaminated. When the ultrasonic probe cover is not in use, the opening at the top of the bag 3 can be closed by tightening the rope 4 to prevent the inner surface of the solid coupling agent 6 from contacting external objects. The use of the release paper 8, in conjunction with the release paper 8, enhances the anti-contamination effect of the solid coupling agent 6. The release paper 8 needs to be removed when using the ultrasonic probe cover.

[0036] like Figure 2 As shown, the mounting window 9 is stepped, and the side wall of the solid coupling agent 6 has an annular protrusion 12. An annular pressure plate 10 is fitted onto the solid coupling agent 6 and pressed tightly against the upper surface of the annular protrusion 12. A screw 11, threadedly connected to the mounting plate 5, is provided on the annular pressure plate 10. The solid coupling agent 6 is engaged with the stepped mounting window 9 by the annular protrusion 12. The annular pressure plate 10 presses against the annular protrusion 12, and the screw 11 secures the solid coupling agent 6 to the mounting window 9, preventing it from detaching from the mounting plate 5 during ultrasound probe pressing. The annular pressure plate 10 can also have countersunk holes to avoid the head of the screw 11, improving its aesthetics and preventing the ultrasound probe from accidentally contacting the head of the screw 11 and causing damage. Additionally, the upper surface of the solid coupling agent 6 protrudes beyond the upper surface of the annular pressure plate 10, preventing the annular pressure plate 10 from contacting the ultrasound probe.

[0037] To avoid contamination from repeated use, the ultrasonic probe sleeve of this application is for single use. Furthermore, due to its simple structure and low manufacturing cost, this application can also meet the requirement of single use.

[0038] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A disposable solid-state coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve, characterized in that, Includes an installation plate (5), on which an installation window (9) is provided, and a solid coupling agent (6) is snapped into the installation window (9). A bag body (3) with openings at both ends is connected to the installation plate (5).

2. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, A tightening rope (4) is movably provided on the bag body (3).

3. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the bag body (3) away from the mounting plate (5) is connected to a support ring (1).

4. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 3, characterized in that, The support ring (1) is connected to a lifting part (2).

5. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side of the mounting plate (5) that comes into contact with the human body is arc-shaped.

6. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting plate (5) is provided with an exhaust hole (7).

7. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the mounting plate (5) and the bag body (3) are made of transparent material.

8. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The solid coupling agent (6) has a release paper (8) on the side that comes into contact with the human body.

9. The disposable solid coupling agent ultrasonic probe sleeve according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting window (9) is stepped, and the sidewall of the solid coupling agent (6) is provided with annular protrusions (12). An annular pressure plate (10) is fitted onto the solid coupling agent (6) and pressed tightly against the upper surface of the annular protrusion (12). The annular pressure plate (10) is provided with screws (11) that are threadedly connected to the mounting plate (5).

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