Multifunctional post-breast-operation elastic bandage

By designing a multifunctional postoperative elastic bandage for breast surgery that incorporates a cup section, an inflatable airbag, and Velcro, the problems of uneven pressure, poor breathability, and poor drainage of existing bandages have been solved, enabling rapid postoperative recovery and improved comfort.

CN224251646UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-19NANNING SECOND PEOPLES HOSPITAL
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NANNING SECOND PEOPLES HOSPITAL
Filing Date
2025-01-21
Publication Date
2026-05-19

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Technical Problem

Existing postoperative elastic bandages for breast surgery cannot effectively compress and stop bleeding, leading to prolonged recovery time. They also compress areas that do not require compression, affecting blood circulation and breathability, and may cause problems such as nipple ischemia and necrosis, poor drainage, skin allergies, and itching.

Method used

A multifunctional postoperative elastic bandage for breast surgery has been designed, including a cup, an inflatable airbag, Velcro, and a two-way zipper. The inflatable airbag provides targeted pressure, leaving space for the nipple and reducing pressure on the back and armpits. It features ventilation holes, adjustable drainage tube positions, and Velcro fastening. The airbag inflation volume can be adjusted to enhance the pressure effect and comfort.

Benefits of technology

It effectively avoids blood circulation obstruction caused by nipple compression, promotes fluid drainage, reduces skin discomfort, enhances the hemostatic effect of compression, promotes postoperative recovery, and improves the comfort and breathability of the bandage.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a multifunctional post-breast-operation elastic bandage which comprises a base body part and a bandage body part. A cup through hole is formed in the center of the cup part in a penetrating manner, and the peripheral side of the cup part is connected with the base body part through a bidirectional zipper; the strap parts are made of elastic materials, the width of the strap parts is smaller than that of the cup parts, the strap parts are connected to the two sides of the base body part through fixed ends, and the movable ends of the strap parts are detachably connected together; the number of the inflatable air bags is two, the inflatable air bags are annular, a hole in the middle of the annular shape is matched with the position and the size of the cup through hole, the outer size of the annular shape is matched with the size of the cup part, and the inflatable air bags are fixed on the inner side of the cup part through hook-and-loop fasteners. The position of the nipple is reserved, the phenomenon of nipple necrosis caused by blood supply disorder due to the fact that the bandage compresses the nipple areola can be avoided, the inflatable air bag is designed to pressurize the breast portion in a targeted mode, the compression hemostasis effect or the effusion discharge promoting effect is improved, and rapid postoperative rehabilitation is promoted.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical assistive device technology, and in particular to a multifunctional postoperative elastic bandage for breast surgery. Background Technology

[0002] In patients who have undergone surgery to remove benign or malignant breast tumors, elastic bandages are usually used to compress the affected area to increase local pressure, prevent subcutaneous hematoma of the breast, reduce pain, and also help stabilize the breast. This has a certain auxiliary rehabilitation effect for patients who have just undergone surgery.

[0003] Most elastic bandages currently used are single-piece or strip-shaped elastic bandages wrapped around the chest. Some elastic bandages also have shoulder straps attached to the shoulders, or use roll-type elastic bandages. The elastic bandages currently in use have the following problems: (1) Because the bandage is strip-shaped or strip-shaped, the force is uniform from top to bottom, so it cannot focus on the area of ​​heavy pressure, cannot effectively produce the effect of pressure to stop bleeding or promote the drainage of effusion, cannot effectively apply the skin flap, resulting in a prolonged recovery time. At the same time, it also puts pressure on areas that do not need pressure, affecting local blood circulation and even respiration; (2) The bandage does not leave a gap for the nipple area, which puts great pressure on the nipple and areola, causing blood supply obstruction, thereby causing nipple ischemia and necrosis. For the preservation of the nipple and areola The surgical patients are particularly affected; (3) The drainage tubes left in the armpit and chest wall after surgery are easily blocked due to the pressure of the bandage, and the drainage tubes are close to the skin, which may also cause skin allergies or blisters, causing pain to the patients; (4) The width of the bandage is consistent from front to back. For patients with thin body, the bandages are stacked, resulting in poor breathability. In particular, eczema and heat rash are likely to occur in summer. In addition, the pressure of the tight bandages will also cause the back, armpit and other parts to be compressed, which may also cause skin damage or redness and swelling, causing itching or even pain, inflammation and other symptoms, leading to physical discomfort of the patients. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems in the background technology, this utility model provides a multifunctional postoperative elastic bandage for breast surgery.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery includes:

[0007] basal part;

[0008] The cup portion has a cup through-hole in the center, and its periphery is connected to the base portion by a two-way zipper;

[0009] The back strap is made of elastic material and is narrower than the cup portion. It is connected to both sides of the base portion by a fixed end and the movable end is detachably connected together.

[0010] The shoulder strap is connected at one end to the base and at the other end to the back strap.

[0011] The inflatable airbag has two rings, the hole in the middle of the ring matches the position and size of the cup through hole, and the outer size of the ring matches the size of the cup part;

[0012] The Velcro includes a first Velcro unit and a second Velcro unit that can be bonded together. The first Velcro unit is fixed to the inner side of the cup portion, and the second Velcro unit is fixed to the outer side of the inflatable air bladder. The first Velcro unit and the second Velcro unit are bonded together to fix the inflatable air bladder to the inner side of the cup portion. Both the first Velcro unit and the second Velcro unit are provided with Velcro through holes, and their positions and sizes match those of the cup through holes.

[0013] Preferably, the inflatable airbag includes at least two airbag units fixedly connected together, and each airbag unit is independently provided with an inflation port.

[0014] Preferably, the inflatable airbag includes two airbag units fixedly connected together, each airbag unit being semi-circular.

[0015] Preferably, the ring is a circular ring, an elliptical ring, a square ring, or a rectangular ring.

[0016] Preferably, the shoulder strap is provided with ventilation holes.

[0017] Preferably, the base portion is provided with ventilation holes.

[0018] Preferably, the length of the shoulder strap is adjustable.

[0019] Preferably, one of the shoulder straps has a buckle at its movable end, and the other shoulder strap has three rows of buckle straps that match the buckle at its movable end.

[0020] Preferably, the inflatable airbag is made of medical-grade rubber.

[0021] The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery described above is used by inflating the inflatable airbag to the appropriate size, then attaching it to the inside of the cup using Velcro. The zipper is then opened at the appropriate position to allow the drainage tube to pass through. The bandage is then put on and secured like a bra. If the pressure on the breast area is too high, the zipper can be opened to release some air from the inflatable airbag, and then the zipper can be closed again.

[0022] This utility model has the following advantages:

[0023] (1) The cup, Velcro and inflatable airbag are all left with holes, so that the nipple can be left open, avoiding the phenomenon of nipple necrosis caused by the bandage compressing the nipple and areola.

[0024] (2) The present invention is equipped with an inflatable airbag, which can apply pressure to the breast area in a targeted manner, reduce pressure on the back, armpit and other areas, improve the effect of compression hemostasis or promote the drainage of fluid, and enable the skin flap to be effectively applied, thus promoting rapid postoperative recovery.

[0025] (3) The cup part is connected to the base part by a two-way zipper. The two-way zipper leaves a hole for the drainage tube to pass through, which can adjust the corresponding position of the drainage tube to reduce the contact area between the drainage tube and the skin, thereby reducing the discomfort caused by the drainage tube being close to the skin.

[0026] (4) The present invention further divides the inflatable airbag into airbag units, and can select the appropriate airbag unit to inflate or inflate more gas according to the location of the pressure, thereby better improving the pressure effect of the surgical site.

[0027] (5) The present invention further provides ventilation holes in the strap and base, which can alleviate the lack of ventilation in the back, armpits and other parts, and reduce the symptoms of skin discomfort. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of another embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram showing the connection between the cup part and the base part.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the layered structure of the bra cup, Velcro, and inflatable airbag.

[0032] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bra cup and the Velcro connection.

[0033] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the inflatable airbag connected to the Velcro side.

[0034] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the inner side of an inflatable airbag.

[0035] In the figure, shoulder strap 1, base 2, back strap 3, cup 4, cup through hole 401, two-way zipper 5, inflatable airbag 6, airbag unit 601, Velcro 7, first Velcro unit 701, Velcro through hole 702, and second Velcro unit 703. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper" and "lower" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed during use. They are only used to facilitate the description of this utility model and to simplify 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0038] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," "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 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 application according to the specific circumstances.

[0039] A multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery, combined with Figure 1-2 As shown, it includes a base part 2, a cup part 4, a back strap part 3, a shoulder strap part 1, an inflatable air bladder 6, and Velcro 7. Its basic form and structure are similar to a bra, which also includes a base part 2, a cup part 4, a back strap part 3, and a shoulder strap part 1, but adds an inflatable air bladder 6 and Velcro 7. The base part 2 is the part that attaches to the front of the body (excluding the breasts) when worn, and has two holes in the middle to accommodate the cup parts 4. The cup parts 4 have two parts, with a cup through-hole 401 in the center. This cup through-hole 401 is used to expose the nipples. Figure 3As shown, the cup portion 4 is connected to the base portion 2 on all sides by a two-way zipper 5. This two-way zipper 5 has two zipper heads that can be pulled in different directions. When fully opened, the cup portion 4 and the base portion 2 are only connected at the zipper head point. This is to accommodate the fact that during breast surgery, the location of the drainage tube may vary depending on the location of the tumor removal. The two-way zipper 5 can leave holes in appropriate places to facilitate the drainage tube's passage, reducing the area of ​​direct skin contact and thus minimizing discomfort caused by the drainage tube being too close to the skin. The back strap 3, made of elastic material, is narrower than the cup portion 4. It is fixed to both sides of the base portion 2, with detachable movable ends. The back strap 3 has a certain degree of elasticity, and the connection between the back strap 3, base portion 2, and cup portion 4 allows for better fixation of the breast. The shoulder strap 1 is connected at one end to the base 2 and at the other end to the back strap 3. This structure and connection point are basically similar to those of a bra. Figure 4-7 As shown, there are two inflatable airbags 6 (shown in their uninflated state), arranged in a ring shape. The hole in the middle of the ring matches the position and size of the cup through-hole 401, and the outer size of the ring matches the size of the cup portion 4. The Velcro 7 includes a first Velcro unit 701 and a second Velcro unit 703 that can be bonded together. In typical Velcro 7 configurations, one Velcro unit 7 has a hook side and the other has a loose side. The first Velcro unit 701 is fixed to the inner side of the cup portion 4, and the second Velcro unit 703 is fixed to the outer side of the inflatable airbag 6. The first and second Velcro units 701 and 703 are bonded together, fixing the inflatable airbag 6 to the inner side of the cup portion 4 (i.e., the side closest to the breast). Both the first and second Velcro units 701 and 703 have Velcro through-holes 702, which match the position and size of the cup through-hole 401, allowing the nipple to pass through the Velcro 7 and be exposed.

[0040] In this embodiment, the cup portion 4, the Velcro 7, and the inflatable airbag 6 all have holes to allow space for the nipple, preventing the bandage from compressing the nipple and areola and causing blood flow obstruction leading to nipple necrosis. This embodiment features an inflatable airbag 6 that can apply targeted pressure to the breast area, reducing pressure on the back and armpits. This enhances the effectiveness of compression for hemostasis and promotes drainage of accumulated fluid, allowing for effective flap application and facilitating rapid postoperative recovery. Furthermore, the inflatable airbag 6 reduces contact between the two-way zipper 5 and the skin, minimizing discomfort. Simultaneously, the introduction of the two-way zipper 5 further reduces the contact area between the drainage tube and the skin, enhancing the comfort of the elastic bandage.

[0041] It is worth noting that the shoulder strap 3 uses an elastic structure and should preferably not be rolled up. Refer to the design in existing literature. The upper and lower sides of the shoulder strap 3 have greater elasticity and can fit the skin more stably.

[0042] Preferably, the inflatable airbag 6 includes at least two airbag units 601 fixedly connected together. Each airbag unit 601 has an independent inflation port, which is preferably designed on the outer periphery of the airbag unit 601 to reduce the probability of direct contact with the skin. At least two airbag units 601 are connected end-to-end to form a ring. This allows for selection of an appropriate airbag unit 601 for inflation or inflation of more gas depending on the location of pressure, thus improving the pressure effect on the surgical site. More preferably, combined with... Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, each inflatable airbag 6 includes two airbag units 601. Each airbag unit 601 is semi-circular. The two airbag units 601 can better meet the requirements of local pressure and avoid skin discomfort caused by too many air holes.

[0043] Preferably, the above-mentioned ring can be a circular ring, an elliptical ring, a square ring, or a rectangular ring, with a circular ring being the most preferred. It can be rotated to a suitable position based on the pressure point with the nipple as the center, and can still match and support the bidirectional zipper 5 after rotation.

[0044] Preferably, the shoulder strap 3 is provided with ventilation holes, which can alleviate the lack of ventilation in areas such as the back and armpits and reduce the occurrence of skin discomfort.

[0045] Preferably, the base portion 2 is provided with ventilation holes, which can help alleviate the lack of ventilation in the chest and reduce the occurrence of skin discomfort symptoms.

[0046] Preferably, the length of the shoulder strap 1 is adjustable, and this design can be referenced from the shoulder strap of a bra, which will not be described in detail here.

[0047] Preferably, one of the back straps 3 has a buckle at its movable end, and the other back strap 3 has three rows of buckle straps that match the buckle at its movable end. This design can be referenced from the back straps of a bra, and will not be described in detail here.

[0048] Preferably, the inflatable airbag 6 is made of medical rubber, which has good elasticity and can meet the inflation requirements.

[0049] To use the above-mentioned multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery, inflate the inflatable airbag 6 to the appropriate size, then attach it to the inside of the cup 4 using Velcro 7. Open the zipper at the appropriate position to allow the drainage tube to pass through. Then, put on the multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery as if wearing a bra and secure it. If the pressure on the breast area is too great, you can unzip the bandage to release some air from the inflatable airbag 6, and then return the zipper to its original position. To further enhance comfort, before wearing the multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery, place a piece of fabric in the breast area. The fabric should match the size of the inflatable airbag 6 and have a hole cut in the middle to expose the nipple. This can prevent skin irritation caused by contact with the medical-grade rubber inflatable airbag 6 in some patients with sensitive skin.

Claims

1. A multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery, characterized in that... include: basal part; The cup portion has a cup through-hole in the center, and its periphery is connected to the base portion by a two-way zipper; The back strap is made of elastic material and is narrower than the cup portion. It is connected to both sides of the base portion by a fixed end and the movable end is detachably connected together. The shoulder strap is connected at one end to the base and at the other end to the back strap. The inflatable airbag has two rings, the hole in the middle of the ring matches the position and size of the cup through hole, and the outer size of the ring matches the size of the cup part; The Velcro includes a first Velcro unit and a second Velcro unit that can be bonded together. The first Velcro unit is fixed to the inner side of the cup portion, and the second Velcro unit is fixed to the outer side of the inflatable air bladder. The first Velcro unit and the second Velcro unit are bonded together to fix the inflatable air bladder to the inner side of the cup portion. Both the first Velcro unit and the second Velcro unit are provided with Velcro through holes, and their positions and sizes match those of the cup through holes.

2. The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inflatable airbag includes at least two airbag units fixedly connected together, and each airbag unit is independently provided with an inflation port.

3. The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inflatable airbag includes two airbag units fixedly connected together, each airbag unit being semi-circular.

4. The multifunctional postoperative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: The ring can be a circular ring, an elliptical ring, a square ring, or a rectangular ring.

5. The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shoulder strap is provided with ventilation holes.

6. The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to claim 1 or 5, characterized in that: The base portion is provided with ventilation holes.

7. The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to claim 1, characterized in that: The length of the shoulder strap is adjustable.

8. The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to claim 1, characterized in that: One of the shoulder straps has a buckle at its movable end, and the other shoulder strap has three rows of buckle straps that match the buckle at its movable end.

9. The multifunctional post-operative elastic bandage for breast surgery according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inflatable airbag is made of medical-grade rubber.