Endoscope cleaning and heating device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of endoscope cleaning heating device, including cleaning assembly and heating assembly;Cleaning assembly includes fixed seat and two cleaning seats;Fixed seat is installed in heating assembly, and cleaning seat is rotatably installed in fixed seat, and its rotating axis is transversely oriented;The top of cleaning seat is provided with cleaning groove, and the cleaning groove of two cleaning seats forms open cleaning channel, and the shape of cleaning channel is compatible with endoscope surface profile;Heating assembly has heating channel, and can defog for endoscope.Its beneficial effect is that cleaning assembly and heating assembly are integrated in one device, which realizes high integration of function.The device can complete the whole process of cleaning, disinfection and defogging of endoscope.This integrated design greatly simplifies the work flow and improves the operation efficiency.Moreover, the operation mode is simple and intuitive, and no complex training or professional skill is required, which can quickly start operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical equipment technology, and in particular to an endoscope cleaning and heating device. Background Technology

[0002] In the modern medical technology system, endoscopy, as an extremely important minimally invasive diagnostic and treatment tool, is widely used in various medical specialties, playing an irreplaceable key role in the early detection, accurate diagnosis, and minimally invasive treatment of diseases. It can penetrate deep into the cavities and channels inside the human body, obtaining direct imaging information of internal tissues and organs, providing indispensable basis for doctors to formulate scientific and reasonable treatment plans.

[0003] In practice, when an endoscope is rapidly inserted into the warm, humid cavity of the human body from a room-temperature environment, the significant temperature and humidity difference easily causes condensation to form on the lens surface, leading to fogging. This fogging phenomenon instantly blurs the endoscope's field of vision, severely interfering with the doctor's precise observation and accurate diagnosis of lesions. Currently, although some defogging devices based on heating principles have emerged, these devices typically only have a single heating function, preventing fogging by heating the lens or endoscope body. However, they have revealed significant limitations in clinical use. On the one hand, they can only solve the single problem of lens fogging and are ineffective in addressing the comprehensive cleaning and disinfection necessary before and after endoscope use. After each use, a large amount of human tissue, blood, secretions, and other contaminants remain on the surface and internal channels of the endoscope. These contaminants are not only a potential source of cross-infection but may also affect the imaging quality and lifespan of the endoscope. A single heating and defogging device cannot meet the stringent clinical requirements for endoscope cleaning and disinfection. Medical staff still need to use other cleaning equipment and tools to perform tedious cleaning of the endoscope, which affects surgical efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings and deficiencies of the prior art, the present invention provides an endoscope cleaning and heating device, which solves the technical problem that the prior art cannot meet the various needs in clinical use and affects the efficiency of surgery.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the main technical solutions adopted by this utility model include:

[0008] This utility model provides an endoscope cleaning and heating device, including a cleaning assembly and a heating assembly; the cleaning assembly includes a fixed base and two cleaning seats; the fixed base is installed on the heating assembly, and the cleaning seats are rotatably installed on the fixed base with their rotation axis oriented laterally; the top of the cleaning seats is provided with a cleaning groove, and the cleaning grooves of the two cleaning seats form an open cleaning channel, the shape of which is adapted to the contour of the endoscope surface; the heating assembly has a heating channel, which can defog the endoscope.

[0009] Optionally, the cross-sectional shape of the cleaning tank is arc-shaped; the cross-sectional shape of the cleaning channel is semi-circular.

[0010] Optionally, disposable medical gauze is laid in the cleaning channel.

[0011] Optionally, the heating assembly includes a housing, a switching assembly, and a heating assembly; a partition is provided inside the housing to divide the cavity inside the housing into a first cavity and a second cavity, the switching assembly is disposed in the first cavity, and the heating assembly is disposed in the second cavity; the switching assembly is electrically connected to the heating assembly.

[0012] Optionally, the heating assembly includes a glass tube and an electric heating element; the glass tube and the electric heating element are arranged laterally in the second cavity, with the glass tube located above the electric heating element; the cavity inside the glass tube is a heating channel, one end of the glass tube is the open end of the heating channel, located outside the housing; the other end of the glass tube is provided with a plug for sealing.

[0013] Optionally, a temperature sensor is installed inside the glass tube; a display screen is installed on the outside of the housing, and the temperature sensor is connected to the display screen.

[0014] Optionally, a heating lamp strip extending along the length of the glass tube is provided at the mounting point.

[0015] Optionally, the switch assembly includes a switch knob and a temperature control circuit board; the switch knob is located on the outside of the housing, and the temperature control circuit board is located inside the housing; the switch knob is connected to the temperature control circuit board, and the temperature control circuit board is connected to the heating assembly.

[0016] Optionally, the partition is an insulation board.

[0017] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] This utility model provides an endoscope cleaning and heating device. An open cleaning channel formed by the cleaning slots of two cleaning seats can hold sterile cotton balls or medical gauze as cleaning media. When the endoscope is placed in this channel, its outer surface can be cleaned and sterilized by manually rotating the endoscope. The shape of the cleaning channel is adapted to the contour of the endoscope surface, ensuring effective cleaning of both the endoscope body and lens. During cleaning, as the endoscope is inserted into the cleaning channel and rotated, the cleaning seats adaptively adjust their angle to achieve a proper grip on the endoscope. The gripping force of the cleaning seats ensures close contact between the cleaning media and the endoscope surface during cleaning, enhancing the cleaning effect, while preventing damage to the endoscope's delicate structure due to excessive pressure. The heating channel of the heating assembly provides a stable heating environment for the endoscope, achieving a defogging effect. Compared to existing technologies, this device integrates the cleaning assembly and heating assembly into a single device, achieving a high degree of functional integration. Medical staff no longer need to frequently switch between different cleaning and defogging devices; this single device can handle the entire process of cleaning, disinfecting, and defogging the endoscope. This integrated design greatly simplifies the workflow and improves surgical efficiency. Furthermore, the operation is simple and intuitive, easy to learn, and requires no complex training or specialized skills; users can quickly become proficient. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a front view schematic diagram of the endoscope cleaning and heating device in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the endoscope cleaning and heating device in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a front view structural diagram of the endoscope cleaning and heating device in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a side view of the endoscope cleaning and heating device in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning assembly in Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a graph showing the relationship between the power and temperature of the heating element in Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0026] [Explanation of Labels in the Attached Image]

[0027] 11: Fixed base; 12: Cleaning base; 13: Cleaning tank;

[0028] 21: Housing; 22: Partition; 23: Glass tube; 24: Heating element; 25: Temperature sensor; 26: Display screen; 27: Heating lamp strip; 28: Switch knob; 29: Temperature control circuit board. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To better understand the above technical solutions, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although exemplary embodiments of the present invention are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the present invention can be understood more clearly and thoroughly, and that the scope of the present invention can be fully conveyed to those skilled in the art.

[0030] Example 1:

[0031] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment provides an endoscope cleaning and heating device, including a cleaning assembly and a heating assembly; the cleaning assembly includes a fixed base 11 and two cleaning seats 12; the fixed base 11 is mounted on the heating assembly, and the cleaning seats 12 are rotatably mounted on the fixed base 11 with their rotation axis oriented laterally; the top of the cleaning seat 12 is provided with a cleaning groove 13, and the cleaning grooves 13 of the two cleaning seats 12 form an open cleaning channel, the shape of which is adapted to the surface contour of the endoscope; the heating assembly has a heating channel, which can defog the endoscope.

[0032] Specifically, the open cleaning channel formed by the cleaning slots 13 of the two cleaning seats 12 can be equipped with disinfectant cotton balls or medical gauze as cleaning media. When the endoscope is placed in this channel, its outer surface can be cleaned and disinfected by manually rotating the endoscope. The shape of the cleaning channel is adapted to the contour of the endoscope surface, ensuring effective cleaning of both the endoscope body and the lens. During cleaning, as the endoscope is inserted into the cleaning channel and rotated, the cleaning seat 12 adaptively adjusts its angle to provide a proper grip on the endoscope. The gripping force of the cleaning seat 12 ensures close contact between the cleaning media and the endoscope surface during cleaning, enhancing the cleaning effect, while preventing damage to the endoscope's delicate structure due to excessive pressure. The heating channel of the heating assembly provides a stable heating environment for the endoscope, achieving a defogging effect. Compared to existing technologies, this device integrates the cleaning assembly and the heating assembly into a single unit, achieving a high degree of functional integration. Medical staff no longer need to frequently switch between different cleaning and defogging devices; this single device can handle the entire process of cleaning, disinfecting, and defogging the endoscope. This integrated design greatly simplifies the workflow and improves surgical efficiency. Furthermore, the operation is simple and intuitive, easy to learn, and requires no complex training or specialized skills; users can quickly become proficient.

[0033] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 As shown, the cleaning groove 13 has an arc-shaped cross-section, and the cleaning channel has a semi-circular cross-section, whose shapes are highly compatible with the cylindrical shape of the endoscope. During the cleaning process, the arc-shaped cleaning groove 13 can tightly wrap around the outer periphery of the endoscope, allowing the cleaning medium (such as medical gauze, sterile cotton balls, etc.) to fully contact the surface of the endoscope, ensuring that every tiny stain is effectively treated and maximizing the cleaning effect. At the same time, this fitted design provides stable support and guidance during rotational cleaning, reducing the shaking and displacement of the endoscope, ensuring the smoothness and consistency of the cleaning action, thereby improving cleaning efficiency and quality, and helping to thoroughly remove contaminants from the endoscope. Preferably, in this embodiment, disposable medical gauze is laid in the cleaning channel. When the endoscope is rotated and cleaned in the cleaning channel, the medical gauze can wipe and disinfect the surface of the endoscope. Its disposable nature avoids cross-contamination and ensures that each cleaning is performed under sterile conditions.

[0034] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, the heating assembly includes a housing 21, a switching assembly, and a heating assembly. A partition 22, which serves as a heat insulation plate, divides the internal cavity of the housing 21 into a first cavity and a second cavity. The switching assembly is located in the first cavity, and the heating assembly is located in the second cavity. The switching assembly is electrically connected to the heating assembly. The partition 22 divides the internal cavity of the housing 21 into a first cavity and a second cavity, respectively housing the switching assembly and the heating assembly, thus achieving clear functional zoning. This layout not only makes the internal structure of the device more organized and facilitates assembly, maintenance, and debugging, but also effectively avoids potential mutual interference between the switching assembly and the heating assembly due to electrical or thermal conduction.

[0035] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the heating assembly includes a glass tube 23 and an electric heating element 24. The glass tube 23 and electric heating element 24 are horizontally arranged in the second cavity, with the glass tube 23 positioned above the electric heating element 24. The cavity inside the glass tube 23 serves as a heating channel, with one end of the glass tube 23 being the open end of the heating channel, located outside the housing 21. The other end of the glass tube 23 is sealed with a plug. The heat generated by the electric heating element 24 is evenly transferred upwards to the glass tube 23, causing the heating channel inside the glass tube 23 to rapidly heat up and maintain a stable temperature environment, providing efficient heating and defogging for the endoscope. The open end of the glass tube 23 serves as the entrance to the heating channel, facilitating the insertion and removal of the endoscope; the plug at the other end effectively prevents heat loss and the entry of foreign objects, ensuring temperature uniformity and stability within the heating channel, allowing the endoscope to reach the ideal defogging temperature in a short time.

[0036] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, a temperature sensor 25 is installed inside the glass tube 23; a display screen 26 is installed on the outside of the housing 21, and the temperature sensor 25 is connected to the display screen 26. This enables real-time and accurate monitoring and visualization of the temperature inside the heating channel. Medical personnel can intuitively understand the temperature value inside the heating channel through the display screen 26, accurately grasp the heating status of the endoscope, and ensure that the temperature is always within the optimal defogging range.

[0037] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, a heating light strip 27 extending along the length of the glass tube 23 is provided at the mounting location. Specifically, the heating light strip 27 is a super-focused UV LED point light source strip. The heating light strip 27 further enhances the heating effect and temperature uniformity. The heating light strip 27 can supplement heat around the glass tube 23, especially at both ends of the glass tube 23 or in areas where local heat may be slightly insufficient. The heating light strip 27 can effectively compensate for these temperature differences, ensuring a more uniform temperature throughout the entire heating channel.

[0038] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, the switching assembly includes a switch knob 28 and a temperature control circuit board 29. The switch knob 28 is located on the outside of the housing 21, and the temperature control circuit board 29 is located inside the housing 21. The switch knob 28 is connected to the temperature control circuit board 29, which is connected to the heating assembly. Specifically, the temperature control circuit board 29 is connected to the heating element 24. The switch knob 28 is located on the outside of the housing 21 for easy operation by medical personnel, while the temperature control circuit board 29 inside the housing 21 provides precise control of the heating assembly. By rotating the switch knob 28, the working state of the heating element 24 can be adjusted, allowing for flexible adjustment of the heating temperature. This allows for rapid adjustment of heating parameters according to clinical needs, ensuring defogging effectiveness while preventing damage to the endoscope due to improper temperature settings. The temperature control circuit board 29 is connected to a temperature sensor 25, such as... Figure 6 As shown, the heating element 24 is heated exponentially by the temperature control circuit board 29 according to the temperature. When the temperature is low, the heating power is high and when the temperature is high, the heating power is low, which improves the heating efficiency and ensures that overheating is not performed.

[0039] The endoscope cleaning and heating device provided in this embodiment is used as follows: During clinical surgery, when defogging is required, the endoscope is first placed in the cleaning channel, and the two cleaning seats 12 are rotated to hold the endoscope tightly. The endoscope is in close contact with the medical gauze. The endoscope is manually rotated to clean and disinfect the surface of the endoscope through the medical gauze. Then, the endoscope is inserted into the heating channel from the opening end of the heating channel. The switch knob 28 is turned to activate the heating tube 24 to heat and defog the endoscope through the temperature control circuit board 29. The temperature is adjusted according to the temperature on the display screen 26 by the switch knob 28 to ensure a stable and suitable temperature.

[0040] Example 2:

[0041] This embodiment provides an endoscope cleaning heating device, which includes all the structures of the endoscope heating device described in Embodiment 1. Furthermore, in this embodiment, a wireless charging module is also provided inside the glass tube 23 of the heating assembly, and the temperature sensor 25 is powered by the battery of the wireless charging module.

[0042] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that 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. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "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. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood 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 indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "beneath" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0045] In the description of this specification, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are 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] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make modifications, alterations, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An endoscope cleaning and heating device, characterized in that, Including the cleaning assembly and the heating assembly; The cleaning assembly includes a mounting base (11) and two cleaning bases (12); The fixed seat (11) is installed on the heating assembly, and the cleaning seat (12) is rotatably installed on the fixed seat (11) with its rotation axis oriented laterally; the top of the cleaning seat (12) is provided with a cleaning groove (13), and the cleaning grooves (13) of the two cleaning seats (12) form an open cleaning channel, the shape of which is adapted to the contour of the endoscope surface. The heating assembly has a heating channel that can defog the endoscope.

2. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cross-sectional shape of the cleaning tank (13) is arc-shaped; the cross-sectional shape of the cleaning channel is semi-circular.

3. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Disposable medical gauze was laid in the cleaning passage.

4. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The heating assembly includes a housing (21), a switching assembly, and a heating assembly; A partition (22) is provided inside the housing (21) to divide the cavity inside the housing (21) into a first cavity and a second cavity. The switch assembly is located in the first cavity and the heating assembly is located in the second cavity. The switch assembly is electrically connected to the heating assembly.

5. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The heating assembly includes a glass tube (23) and an electric heating element (24); The glass tube (23) and the electric heating tube (24) are arranged horizontally in the second cavity, with the glass tube (23) located above the electric heating tube (24); the cavity inside the glass tube (23) is a heating channel, and one end of the glass tube (23) is the opening end of the heating channel, located outside the shell (21); the other end of the glass tube (23) is provided with a plug for sealing.

6. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, A temperature sensor (25) is installed inside the glass tube (23); A display screen (26) is provided on the outside of the housing (21), and a temperature sensor (25) is connected to the display screen (26).

7. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, A heating lamp strip (27) extending along the length of the glass tube (23) is provided at the installation location.

8. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The switching assembly includes a switch knob (28) and a temperature control circuit board (29); The switch knob (28) is located on the outside of the housing (21), and the temperature control circuit board (29) is located inside the housing (21); the switch knob (28) is connected to the temperature control circuit board (29), and the temperature control circuit board (29) is connected to the heating component.

9. The endoscope cleaning and heating device as described in claim 4, characterized in that... The partition (22) is a heat insulation board.

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