A smart anus with an artificial intestine
By designing an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine, and using pressure sensors and controllers to achieve autonomous control of excretion, the problem of patients unable to excrete independently after colostomy is solved, odor is reduced, and quality of life is improved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SUZHOU NASIFENG MEDICAL TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-26
AI Technical Summary
After colostomy, patients are unable to control their excretions, resulting in poor quality of life and severe odor that affects their daily life and social interactions.
Design an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine, which realizes autonomous control of excrement through a pressure sensing unit and a controller, and automatically discharges excrement using a pressure transmission unit and the artificial anus body.
It enables patients to control their excretions, reduces odor, improves the living environment, and enhances their quality of life.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine. Background Technology
[0002] A colostomy is a surgical procedure that removes all or part of the colon. The colon, as part of the large intestine, is a long tubular organ at the end of the digestive tract. In the treatment or prevention of certain diseases that affect the colon, a colectomy may be necessary. An opening (colostomy) is then created in the abdomen through a colostomy to allow waste to be expelled after a section of the large intestine has been removed or bypassed. In this case, the waste is expelled through the colostomy rather than the anus.
[0003] Because this method lacks a sphincter to control waste excretion, patients cannot excrete independently and must collect waste into a drainable ostomy bag system. This not only leads to a very poor quality of life for patients, but also the severe odor emanating from the ostomy bag cannot be eliminated, which has a serious negative impact on patients' work, life, and interpersonal relationships.
[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, this application proposes an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine. Utility Model Content
[0005] Based on the technical problems existing in the background art, this utility model proposes an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine.
[0006] The present invention proposes an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine, comprising an artificial intestine body and an artificial anus body connected to the artificial intestine body.
[0007] A pressure transmission unit is connected between the artificial intestinal body and the artificial anus body, and the pressure transmission unit is used to control the passage of excrement in the artificial intestinal body.
[0008] Both the artificial intestine and the artificial anus are equipped with pressure sensing units, which are used to monitor the pressure inside the artificial intestine and the artificial anus, and the discharge of excrement from the artificial intestine is achieved through the pressure transmission unit.
[0009] As a further optimization of this utility model, the pressure transmission unit includes a valve body, which is connected between the artificial intestinal body and the artificial anus body, and is used to control the passage of excrement within the artificial intestinal body.
[0010] As a further optimization of this utility model, the pressure sensing unit is a pressure sensor, and the inner walls of both the artificial intestine body and the artificial anus body are covered with pressure sensors, which are used to monitor the pressure inside the artificial intestine body and the artificial anus body.
[0011] As a further optimization of this utility model, the inner wall of the artificial intestine body is also covered with a controller, which is communicatively connected to the pressure transmission unit and the pressure sensing unit. The controller is equipped with a Bluetooth module, which is used to communicate with smartphones and watches.
[0012] As a further optimization of this utility model, the artificial intestinal body includes a polymer elastomer;
[0013] The polymeric elastomer is one or more of polyurethane elastomer, polystyrene elastomer, silicone or rubber.
[0014] As a further optimization of this utility model, the artificial intestine body is an elastomer with an inner lining spring tube or braided tube.
[0015] The spring tube or braided tube includes, but is not limited to, medical-grade stainless steel and nickel-titanium alloy.
[0016] As a further optimization of this utility model, the hardness of the artificial intestinal body is 40A-90A.
[0017] As a further optimization of this utility model, the artificial anus body includes a polyurethane elastomer and a shape memory metal skeleton, wherein the polyurethane elastomer is covered with the shape memory metal skeleton, and the shape memory metal skeleton is used to support the polyurethane elastomer.
[0018] The above-mentioned technical solution of this utility model has the following beneficial technical effects:
[0019] 1. The artificial intestine is surgically sutured to the patient's existing intestine, and the artificial anus is sutured to the existing anus. The pressure in the artificial intestine and artificial anus is monitored by a pressure sensing unit. When the amount of excrement in the artificial intestine reaches a certain level and exceeds the preset valve of the pressure sensing unit, the controller transmits the pressure data from the pressure sensing unit to the patient's mobile phone via Bluetooth. The patient can then send a command to the controller via the mobile phone. After receiving the command, the controller sends an opening command to the pressure transmission unit, which opens the pressure transmission unit. The excrement in the artificial intestine enters the artificial anus through the pressure transmission unit and is then discharged through the artificial anus. This structure, with its intelligent pressure monitoring function, allows the patient to control excretion autonomously according to the prompts, making it convenient and user-friendly.
[0020] 2. The above structural design can effectively eliminate the severe odor caused by abdominal stoma, improve the patient's living environment, and reduce the adverse effects of odor on the patient's psychology and social life. Attached Figure Description
[0021] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine proposed in this utility model.
[0022] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the internal structure of the artificial intestine.
[0023] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the closed structure of the artificial anus in China.
[0024] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the opening structure of the artificial anus in China.
[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the detailed structure of the artificial anus body of this utility model when closed.
[0026] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 Side view.
[0027] Reference numerals: 1. Artificial intestine body; 2. Artificial anus body; 21. Polyurethane elastomer; 22. Memory metal skeleton; 3. Pressure transmission unit; 4. Pressure sensing unit; 5. Controller. Detailed Implementation
[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings. It should be understood that these descriptions are merely exemplary and not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Furthermore, descriptions of well-known structures and technologies are omitted in the following description to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the concept of this utility model.
[0029] like Figure 1-6 As shown, the present invention proposes an intelligent anus with an artificial intestine, comprising an artificial intestine body 1 and an artificial anus body 2 connected to the artificial intestine body 1.
[0030] A pressure transmission unit 3 is connected between the artificial intestinal body 1 and the artificial anus body 2. The pressure transmission unit 3 is used to control the passage of excrement in the artificial intestinal body 1. The pressure transmission unit 3 includes a valve body, which is connected between the artificial intestinal body 1 and the artificial anus body 2, and is used to control the passage of excrement in the artificial intestinal body 1.
[0031] The artificial anus body 2 includes a polyurethane elastomer 21 and a shape memory metal skeleton 22. The shape memory metal skeleton 22 is encapsulated within the polyurethane elastomer 21 and is used to support the polyurethane elastomer 21.
[0032] Both the artificial intestinal body 1 and the artificial anus body 2 are equipped with pressure sensing units 4, and the pressure sensing units 4 are used to monitor the pressure inside the artificial intestinal body 1 and the artificial anus body 2. The discharge of excrement inside the artificial intestinal body 1 is realized through the pressure transmission unit 3. The pressure sensing unit 4 is a pressure sensor. The inner walls of both the artificial intestinal body 1 and the artificial anus body 2 are covered with pressure sensors, and the pressure sensors are used to monitor the pressure inside the artificial intestinal body 1 and the artificial anus body 2.
[0033] The inner wall of the artificial intestine body 1 is also covered with a controller 5. The controller 5 is connected to the pressure transmission unit 3 and the pressure sensing unit 4 respectively. The controller 5 is equipped with a Bluetooth module, which is used to communicate with smartphones and watches.
[0034] In a specific embodiment, the artificial intestinal body 1 includes a polymer elastomer, which is one or more of polyurethane elastomer, polystyrene elastomer, silicone or rubber.
[0035] In a specific embodiment, the artificial intestinal body 1 is an elastomer with an inner lining spring tube or braided tube, the spring tube or braided tube including but not limited to medical stainless steel and nickel-titanium alloy.
[0036] In a specific embodiment, the hardness of the artificial intestinal body 1 is 40A-90A, with the optimal hardness being 50A-80A.
[0037] It should be noted that: The artificial intestine 1 is surgically sutured to the patient's existing intestine, and the artificial anus 2 is sutured to the existing anus. Pressure sensors monitor the pressure within the artificial intestine 1 and artificial anus 2. When the amount of excrement in the artificial intestine 1 reaches a certain level, exceeding the preset valve body, the controller 5 transmits the pressure data from the pressure sensing unit 4 to the patient's mobile phone via Bluetooth. The patient can then send a command to the controller 5 via their mobile phone. Upon receiving the command, the controller 5 sends an opening command to the valve body, causing the pressure transmission unit 3 to open. Excrement from the artificial intestine 1 flows through the pressure transmission unit 3 into the artificial anus 2. When the excrement falls onto the polyurethane elastomer 21, it gradually accumulates, exerting pressure on the polyurethane elastomer 21 and the shape memory metal skeleton 22. The polyurethane elastomer 21 and the shape memory metal skeleton 22 then... The artificial anus body 2 deforms, opening the discharge port at the bottom. Excrement is discharged from the discharge port. When the pressure inside the intestine is released, the polyurethane elastomer 21 and the memory metal skeleton 22 return to their original shape under their own elasticity. When the pressure on the pressure sensing unit 4 is lower than that on the valve body, a signal can be transmitted to the mobile phone via Bluetooth module. The patient can send a closing command to the controller 5 via the mobile phone. The controller 5 then sends a command to the pressure transmission unit 3, thereby closing the pressure transmission unit 3. As the pressure inside the intestine changes continuously, the synergistic effect of the polyurethane elastomer 21 and the memory metal skeleton 22 simulates the peristaltic process of the human intestine, making the entire excretion process more natural and controllable. This structure, through intelligent pressure monitoring function, allows the patient to control excretion independently according to prompts, which is convenient and humane. It can also effectively eliminate the severe odor caused by the abdominal stoma, improve the patient's living environment, and reduce the adverse effects of odor on the patient's psychology and social life.
[0038] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative or explanatory of the principles of this utility model and do not constitute a limitation thereof. Therefore, any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model should be included within its protection scope. Furthermore, the appended claims are intended to cover all variations and modifications falling within the scope and boundaries of the appended claims, or equivalent forms of such scope and boundaries.
Claims
1. An intelligent anus with an artificial intestine, comprising an artificial intestine body (1) and an artificial anus body (2) connected with the artificial intestine body (1), characterized in that: A pressure transmission unit (3) is connected between the artificial intestinal body (1) and the artificial anus body (2), and the pressure transmission unit (3) is used to control the passage of excrement in the artificial intestinal body (1); a pressure sensing unit (4) is installed in both the artificial intestinal body (1) and the artificial anus body (2), and the pressure sensing unit (4) is used to monitor the pressure in the artificial intestinal body (1) and the artificial anus body (2), and the excrement in the artificial intestinal body (1) is discharged through the pressure transmission unit (3); the pressure transmission unit (3) includes a valve body, which is connected between the artificial intestinal body (1) and the artificial anus body (2), and is used to control the passage of excrement in the artificial intestinal body (1); the pressure sensing unit (4) is a pressure sensor, and the inner walls of both the artificial intestinal body (1) and the artificial anus body (2) are covered with pressure sensors, and the pressure sensors are used to monitor the pressure in the artificial intestinal body (1) and the artificial anus body (2).
2. The intelligent anal opening with artificial intestine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the artificial intestinal body (1) is also covered with a controller (5), which is connected to the pressure transmission unit (3) and the pressure sensing unit (4) respectively. The controller (5) is equipped with a Bluetooth module, which is used to communicate with smartphones and watches.
3. The intelligent anal opening with artificial intestine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The artificial intestinal body (1) includes a polymer elastomer; the polymer elastomer is one or more of polyurethane elastomer, polystyrene elastomer, silicone or rubber.
4. The intelligent anus with an artificial intestine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The artificial intestinal body (1) is an elastomer with an inner spring tube or braided tube; the spring tube or braided tube includes, but is not limited to, medical stainless steel or nickel-titanium alloy.
5. The intelligent anus with an artificial intestine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hardness of the artificial intestinal body (1) is 40A-90A.
6. The intelligent anus with an artificial intestine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The artificial anus body (2) includes a polyurethane elastomer (21) and a memory metal skeleton (22). The polyurethane elastomer (21) is encapsulated within the memory metal skeleton (22), and the memory metal skeleton (22) is used to support the polyurethane elastomer (21).