Breast tissue fixing device in breast nuclear magnetic resonance examination

By designing a breast tissue fixation device and utilizing the air venting mechanism of the delivery frame and contraction sleeve to stabilize the breast shape, the motion artifact problem was solved, and high-quality breast MRI imaging was achieved.

CN224220136UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-12CHANGDE FIRST PEOPLES HOSPITAL
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHANGDE FIRST PEOPLES HOSPITAL
Filing Date
2025-01-15
Publication Date
2026-05-12

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Technical Problem

In breast MRI examinations, motion artifacts can appear in the images due to physiological activities such as breathing and heartbeat, as well as changes in body position, which can affect the accuracy and reliability of the diagnosis.

Method used

采用一种乳腺组织固定装置,包括投放框、收缩套和排气机构,通过排气机构使收缩套收缩贴合乳腺组织,利用内部的塑形颗粒形成稳定的组织形态,确保图像完整性。

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces the interference of motion artifacts on diagnostic results, ensures the image quality of magnetic resonance imaging, and the material is non-magnetic, making it compatible with the magnetic resonance environment.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a breast tissue fixing device in breast nuclear magnetic examination, which relates to the technical field of medical instruments and comprises a pair of feeding frames, a pair of contraction sleeves and an exhaust mechanism. The two shrinkage sleeves are sequentially arranged in the corresponding throwing frames; the exhaust mechanism is communicated with the two shrinkage sleeves through pipelines; the contraction sleeve is filled with shaping particles, a complete mammary gland magnetic resonance examination image can be stably obtained, on one hand, interference of artifacts generated due to movement in the examination process on a diagnosis result is reduced, meanwhile, all adopted materials are non-magnetic substances, compatibility with the magnetic resonance examination environment is ensured, and the imaging quality of the mammary gland is improved. And no influence is caused on the imaging quality of the magnetic resonance examination.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of medical devices, and more specifically, to a breast tissue fixation device in breast MRI examination. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of medical diagnostics, breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), as an advanced medical imaging technology, is widely used for the early screening and diagnosis of breast diseases due to its non-invasive, radiation-free, and high-resolution characteristics. However, during actual examinations, physiological activities such as breathing and heartbeat, as well as changes in body position, often lead to motion artifacts in the images, thus affecting the accuracy and reliability of the diagnosis.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, we provide a breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the technical problem mentioned in the background art, where motion artifacts often appear in images due to physiological activities such as breathing and heartbeat, as well as changes in body position during actual examinations, thus affecting the accuracy and reliability of diagnosis, this utility model provides a breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination.

[0005] The present invention provides a breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination, which adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination includes a pair of delivery frames, a pair of contraction sleeves, and an air venting mechanism; the two contraction sleeves are sequentially arranged in the corresponding delivery frames; the air venting mechanism is connected to the two contraction sleeves through a pipeline; the interior of the contraction sleeves is filled with shaping particles.

[0007] Preferably, the shaped particles are polystyrene particles.

[0008] Preferably, the exhaust mechanism includes a vertical cylinder connected to the side end of the pipeline. A partition plate is fixedly connected inside the vertical cylinder. A movable rod is slidably connected to the top of the partition plate. A push pad is fixedly connected to the top of the movable rod, and a push pad is fixedly connected to the bottom of the movable rod. The push pad is arranged below the partition plate. An airbag is connected to the top of the vertical cylinder via a flexible hose. A partition plate is fixedly connected inside the vertical cylinder below the partition plate. The side opening of the pipeline is arranged below the partition plate. Exhaust holes are provided on both the partition plate and the push pad. An exhaust hole is provided on the outer side of the vertical cylinder between the partition plate and the push pad. Shielding components are provided on both the partition plate and the push pad.

[0009] Preferably, the shielding assembly includes a plurality of limiting rods fixedly connected to the top of the second partition, and a shielding ring is slidably sleeved between each of the limiting rods.

[0010] Preferably, the airbag cavity is larger than the cavity on the partition.

[0011] Preferably, the shrink sleeve is made of TPU material.

[0012] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0013] 1. By placing two delivery frames sequentially in the grooves of the MRI machine's prone position (for breast examination), the patient lies prone, allowing the breast tissue to hang naturally under gravity and be placed within the contractile sleeve. The loose contractile sleeve adheres to the breast tissue. Then, the sleeve is vented and contracted through an air venting mechanism, allowing it to contract and conform to the breast tissue. The shaping particles within the sleeve, under the action of the sleeve, form a stable outline of the breast tissue. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the breast tissue is then performed. This structural design enables the stable acquisition of complete breast MRI images, which helps reduce the interference of artifacts caused by movement during the examination on the diagnostic results.

[0014] 2. At the same time, all materials used are non-magnetic, ensuring compatibility with the magnetic resonance imaging environment and not affecting the imaging quality of the magnetic resonance imaging.

[0015] The above overview is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to be limiting in any way. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features of the invention will become readily apparent from the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a breast tissue fixation device in a breast MRI examination according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the other side of a breast tissue fixation device in a breast MRI examination according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the shrink sleeve in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the exhaust mechanism in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a breast tissue fixation device in a breast MRI examination according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the other side of a breast tissue fixation device in a breast MRI examination according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the integrated design of two shrink sleeves in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Dispensing frame; 2. Shrink sleeve; 3. Exhaust mechanism; 300. Vertical cylinder; 301. Partition 1; 302. Moving rod; 303. Push pad 1; 304. Push pad 2; 305. Airbag; 306. Partition 2; 307. Limiting rod; 308. Shielding ring; 4. Pipeline; 5. Shaping granules; 6. Air pump; 7. Manual valve. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1 to 7 The present invention will be described in further detail below.

[0025] It should be noted that the accompanying drawings are schematic and not to scale. For clarity and convenience, the relative dimensions and proportions of the parts shown are exaggerated or reduced in size; all dimensions are merely illustrative and not limiting. Furthermore, the same reference numerals are used for the same structures, elements, or fittings appearing in more than two drawings to indicate similar features.

[0026] Example 1

[0027] This utility model discloses a breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination. (Refer to...) Figures 1 to 4 A breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination includes a pair of delivery frames 1, a pair of contraction sleeves 2, and an exhaust mechanism 3; the two contraction sleeves 2 are sequentially arranged in the corresponding delivery frames 1; the exhaust mechanism 3 is connected to the two contraction sleeves 2 through a pipeline 4; the interior of the contraction sleeves 2 is filled with shaping particles 5.

[0028] Specifically, two placement frames 1 are placed sequentially in the grooves of the MRI machine's breast examination bed (for breast tissue examination). The patient then lies prone, allowing the breast tissue to hang naturally under gravity and be placed within the contraction sleeve 2. The loose contraction sleeve 2 adheres to the breast tissue. The contraction sleeve 2 is then vented and contracted by the exhaust mechanism 3, allowing it to shrink and conform to the breast tissue. The shaping particles 5 within the contraction sleeve 2, under its influence, form a stable outline of the breast tissue. MRI examination of the breast tissue is then performed. This structural design ensures stable and complete breast MRI images, helping to reduce artifacts caused by motion during the examination. Furthermore, all materials used are non-magnetic, ensuring compatibility with the MRI examination environment and preventing any impact on the quality of the MRI imaging.

[0029] Specifically, shaping particle 5 is polystyrene particle.

[0030] like Figure 4 As shown, the exhaust mechanism 3 includes a vertical cylinder 300 connected to the side end of the pipeline 4. A partition 301 is fixedly connected inside the vertical cylinder 300. A movable rod 302 is slidably connected to the top of the partition 301. A push pad 303 is fixedly connected to the top of the movable rod 302, and a push pad 304 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the movable rod 302. The push pad 304 is located below the partition 301. An airbag 305 is connected to the top of the vertical cylinder 300 via a flexible hose. Inside the vertical cylinder 300, located below the partition 301... A partition plate 2 306 is fixedly connected to the position. The side opening of the pipeline 4 is arranged below the partition plate 2 306. Both the partition plate 2 306 and the push pad 2 304 are provided with exhaust holes. The outer side of the vertical cylinder 300 is provided with exhaust holes at the position between the partition plate 1 301 and the push pad 2 304. Both the partition plate 2 306 and the push pad 2 304 are provided with shielding components. The shielding components include multiple limiting rods 307 fixedly connected to the top of the partition plate 2 306. A shielding ring 308 is slidably sleeved between each limiting rod 307.

[0031] The exhaust mechanism 3 is used by pressing the airbag 305, which causes the gas inside the airbag 305 to enter the upper cavity of the partition 301. This pushes the push pad 303 downward (the air below the push pad 303 is compressed). The downward movement of the push pad 303 causes the moving rod 302 to move the push pad 304 downward. At this time, the air below the push pad 304 will push the push pad 304 upward through the exhaust hole on the push pad 304 and be discharged through the exhaust hole on the vertical cylinder 300. Releasing the lever... When the airbag 305 is in operation, the compressed air will be restored, causing the push pad 303 to move upward, which in turn drives the push pad 304 to move upward. When the push pad 304 moves upward, the shielding ring 308 on the push pad 304 will shield the exhaust hole on the push pad 304. Under the action of negative pressure, the shielding ring 308 on the partition 2 306 will be lifted, so that the air in the shrink sleeve 2 will enter the lower part of the push pad 304. This process is repeated to release the air in the shrink sleeve 2 and complete the shrink sleeve 2.

[0032] Specifically, the cavity of airbag 305 is larger than the cavity on partition 301. This design ensures the movement of the two push pads.

[0033] Specifically, the shrink sleeve 2 is made of TPU material.

[0034] It is worth noting that: Figure 7 As shown, the two shrink sleeves 2 can also be designed as a single piece to accommodate different patients.

[0035] Example 2

[0036] This utility model discloses a breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination. (Refer to...) Figures 5 to 6 A breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination includes a pair of delivery frames 1, a pair of contraction sleeves 2, and an exhaust mechanism 3; the two contraction sleeves 2 are sequentially arranged in the corresponding delivery frames 1; the exhaust mechanism 3 is connected to the two contraction sleeves 2 through a pipeline 4; the interior of the contraction sleeves 2 is filled with shaping particles 5.

[0037] Specifically, shaping particle 5 is polystyrene particle.

[0038] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the exhaust mechanism 3 includes a detachable air pump 6 installed on the side of the pipeline 4, and a manual valve 7 is also installed inside the pipeline 4.

[0039] Specifically, by connecting the air pump 6 to the side end of the pipeline 4, the shrink sleeve 2 is shrunk by the air pump 6. Through this structural design, the air exhaust and shrinkage of the shrink sleeve 2 can be completed quickly.

[0040] Specifically, the shrink sleeve 2 is made of TPU material.

[0041] All standard parts used in this utility model can be purchased from the market. Irregular parts can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art. In addition, the circuit connection adopts conventional connection methods in the prior art, which will not be described in detail here.

[0042] In the description of this utility model, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. "A plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0043] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0044] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0045] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0046] The accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed in this utility model only involve the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed in this utility model. Other structures can refer to the general design. In the absence of conflict, the same embodiment and different embodiments of the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0047] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination, characterized in that, include: A pair of delivery frames (1), a pair of shrink sleeves (2), and an exhaust mechanism (3); The two shrink sleeves (2) are sequentially placed in the corresponding delivery frames (1); The exhaust mechanism (3) is connected to two shrink sleeves (2) via a pipeline (4); The shrink sleeve (2) is filled with shaping particles (5).

2. The breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shaping particles (5) are polystyrene particles.

3. The breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination according to claim 1, characterized in that: The exhaust mechanism (3) includes a vertical cylinder (300) connected to the side of the pipeline (4). A partition plate (301) is fixed inside the vertical cylinder (300). A moving rod (302) is slidably connected to the top of the partition plate (301). A push pad (303) is fixed to the top of the moving rod (302). A push pad (304) is fixed to the bottom of the moving rod (302). The push pad (304) is arranged below the partition plate (301). An airbag (305) is connected to the top of the vertical cylinder (300) through a hose. Inside the vertical cylinder (300), a second partition (306) is fixedly connected below the first partition (301). The side opening of the pipeline (4) is arranged below the second partition (306). Both the second partition (306) and the second push pad (304) are provided with exhaust holes. The outer side of the vertical cylinder (300) is provided with exhaust holes between the first partition (301) and the second push pad (304). Both the second partition (306) and the second push pad (304) are provided with shielding components.

4. A breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination according to claim 3, characterized in that: The shielding assembly includes a plurality of limiting rods (307) fixedly connected to the top of the partition plate (306), and a shielding ring (308) is slidably sleeved between each of the limiting rods (307).

5. A breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cavity of the airbag (305) is larger than the cavity on the partition (301).

6. A breast tissue fixation device for breast MRI examination according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shrink sleeve (2) is made of TPU material.