A convenient defecation device special for prone position

By designing a convenient defecation device specifically for prone positions, the problem of defecation difficulties for patients in the prone position has been solved, improving comfort and convenience, reducing complications and nursing difficulties, and achieving efficient defecation management.

CN224331173UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-09PLASTIC SURGERY HOSPITAL CHINESE ACADEMY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
PLASTIC SURGERY HOSPITAL CHINESE ACADEMY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Filing Date
2025-02-27
Publication Date
2026-06-09

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Technical Problem

Existing defecation equipment is difficult to adapt to the needs of patients in a prone position, resulting in defecation difficulties, decreased comfort, increased risk of infection, and difficulties in cleaning and maintenance.

Method used

A convenient toilet for prone positioning has been designed, including a potty and a leg support. The leg support extends downward at an angle from one end to the other. The potty has a concave cavity with a sealing part and an excretion port. It uses a flexible silicone plate and a disposable bag. The potty is suspended for easy cleaning.

Benefits of technology

It improves the comfort and convenience of defecation for patients in the prone position, reduces the occurrence of complications, simplifies the nursing process, and reduces the workload and risk of contamination for nursing staff.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to medical equipment technical field, especially a kind of special convenient defecation device for prone position.The special convenient defecation device for prone position of the utility model includes bedpan, the upper end of bedpan is inclined downward from one end to the other end, the concave accommodating cavity is formed in the bedpan, the both sides of bedpan are respectively provided with leg support extending to its both ends, the leg support is inclined downward from one end to the other end.The advantages are: simple and reasonable structure design, can meet the defecation needs of prone position patient, use is more convenient, and comfort is high.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, and in particular to a convenient defecation device for prone position. Background Technology

[0002] For patients in the prone position, especially during special medical care such as spinal surgery or burn treatment, defecation becomes a challenge due to positional limitations. Traditional defecation methods or equipment are often inadequate for the needs of prone patients, leading to difficulty in defecation, decreased comfort, and potentially increased risk of infection.

[0003] Currently, most defecation assistance devices on the market, such as bedpans and urinals, are designed for patients in a sitting or side-lying position. These devices present numerous inconveniences when used in a prone position, such as difficulty in securing them, easy slippage, and pressure on the patient. Furthermore, some devices are difficult to clean and maintain, increasing the workload of medical staff.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to develop a commode device specifically designed for patients in the prone position to address the problems existing in the current technology, improve patient comfort, reduce the occurrence of complications, and simplify the operating procedures for medical staff. Utility Model Content

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a convenient toilet for prone position, which effectively overcomes the defects of the prior art.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows:

[0007] A convenient toilet for prone position includes a bedpan, the upper end of which extends downward at an angle from one end to the other, a concave receiving cavity is formed inside the bedpan, and leg supports extending downward at both ends are provided on both sides of the bedpan.

[0008] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows.

[0009] Furthermore, the height of the bottom of the aforementioned bedpan is lower than the height of the lower end of the aforementioned leg support.

[0010] Furthermore, the aforementioned leg support has an "n"-shaped longitudinal section, and stiffening plates are provided between the two side plates of the aforementioned support body.

[0011] Furthermore, the upper surface of the aforementioned leg support is concave, forming an arc-shaped surface with a circular cross-section.

[0012] Furthermore, the other end of the aforementioned chamber pot is equipped with an extension pad.

[0013] Furthermore, the thickness of the aforementioned extension pad gradually decreases from the end connected to the aforementioned toilet bowl to the other end.

[0014] Furthermore, the aforementioned extension pad is a flexible silicone sheet.

[0015] Furthermore, the bottom wall of the aforementioned cavity slopes upward from one end to the other.

[0016] Furthermore, the upper part of one end of the aforementioned bedpan is integrally formed with an arc-shaped cover extending upward toward the other end. The upper end of the cover is provided with a flexible sealing part with an arc-shaped longitudinal section, and the lower edge of the sealing part is provided with a sealing strip along the edge line for sealing and fitting around the patient's anus.

[0017] Furthermore, the lower part of one end of the toilet bowl is provided with a drain outlet, an external threaded ring is provided on the outside of the drain outlet, a fixing ring is screwed into the external threaded ring, a disposable bag is provided on the drain outlet, and the opening of the disposable bag is sandwiched between the drain outlet and the fixing ring.

[0018] The advantages of this utility model are: the structure is simple and reasonable, it can meet the defecation needs of patients in the prone position, it is convenient to use, and it is highly comfortable. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a top view of the structure of the prone position-specific convenient defecation device of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Structural cross-sectional view of the AA surface;

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Structural cross-sectional view of the BB surface.

[0022] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0023] 1. Bedpan; 2. Leg support; 11. Extension pad; 12. Cover; 13. Sealing part; 14. Sealing strip; 15. Excretion port; 16. Fixing ring; 21. Support panel; 22. Support side plate; 23. Rib plate. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The principles and features of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The examples given are only for explaining this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0025] Example

[0026] like Figure 1 , 2As shown in Figure 3, the prone position-specific convenient toilet in this embodiment includes a bedpan 1. The upper end of the bedpan 1 extends downward at an angle from one end to the other end. A concave receiving cavity is formed inside the bedpan 1. Leg supports 2 extending towards both ends are provided on both sides of the bedpan 1. The leg supports 2 extend downward at an angle from one end to the other end.

[0027] In this embodiment, the prone position-specific convenient toilet is used with the patient's legs supported on leg supports 2, with the legs spread apart. The front of the bedpan 1 is located below the patient's genitals (because the bedpan 1 slopes downwards from one end to the other, the other end is lower). When the patient defecates, the stool slides from the anus into the receiving cavity of the bedpan 1, while urine directly impacts the other end of the receiving cavity. Ultimately, both stool and urine are collected in the bedpan 1. Since both the bedpan 1 and the leg supports 2 are designed to slope downwards from one end to the other, the patient only needs to slightly raise their legs behind their body. The overall structural design is simple and reasonable, meeting the defecation needs of patients in a prone position, and is convenient and comfortable to use.

[0028] In this embodiment, the height of the bottom of the bedpan 1 is lower than the height of the lower end of the leg support 2. This allows the bottom of the bedpan 1 to be suspended in the air, while the leg support 2 can be stably supported on the surface of the carrier (such as a hospital bed).

[0029] As a preferred embodiment, the leg support 2 has an "n"-shaped longitudinal section and stiffening plates 23 are provided between the two side plates of the support body.

[0030] In the above implementation scheme, the leg support 2 is manufactured by integral molding with the toilet bowl 1 and adopts an n-shaped cross-section structure design, which is relatively simple. Combined with the design of the stiffening plate 23, the leg support 2 has good overall structural strength and can be stably supported on the surface of the carrier.

[0031] In addition, the n-shaped structure design of the leg support 2 (the structure includes support side plates 22 located on both sides, support panel 21 connected to the upper end of the support side plates 22 on both sides, and stiffening plate 23 connected between the support side plates 22 on both sides) makes its interior hollow, which also reduces the weight of the toilet to a certain extent, and at the same time reduces the cost of consumables.

[0032] In a preferred embodiment, the upper surface of the leg support 2 is recessed and forms an arc surface with a circular arc cross-section.

[0033] In the above implementation scheme, the upper surface of the leg support 2 is designed as a concave arc shape, so that the lower part of the patient's leg (thigh) can be embedded in the upper surface of the leg support 2, fits the thigh, and is not easy to slip off.

[0034] In this embodiment, fasteners such as straps can be installed on both sides of the leg support 2 to tighten the patient's legs with the leg support 2, thereby maintaining the relative position between the patient and the bedpan 1 so that the patient will not shift during subsequent normal toilet use.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment, the other end of the toilet bowl 1 is provided with an extension pad 11.

[0036] In the above implementation scheme, when in use, the extension pad 11 is placed under the patient's lower abdomen, conforming to the patient's abdomen to prevent the lower abdomen from being suspended and to improve comfort.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment, the thickness of the extension pad 11 gradually decreases from the end connected to the toilet bowl 1 to the other end.

[0038] In the above implementation scheme, the thickness design of the extension pad 11 is consistent with the inclined extension direction of the bedpan 1 and the leg support 2, so that the patient's abdomen receives smooth transitional support.

[0039] In this embodiment, the extension pad 11 is a flexible silicone sheet. The flexible design of the extension pad 11 provides a better tactile feel and further enhances comfort.

[0040] In a preferred embodiment, the bottom wall of the aforementioned receiving cavity slopes upward from one end to the other.

[0041] In the above implementation scheme, the inclined design of the bottom wall of the receiving cavity makes it easy for feces to converge towards the lower end of the bottom wall of the receiving cavity, which is conducive to collection.

[0042] In a preferred embodiment, the upper part of one end of the bedpan 1 is integrally formed with a cover 12 that extends in an arc shape toward the upper part of the other end. The upper end of the cover 12 is provided with a sealing part 13 that has an arc-shaped longitudinal section and is flexible. The lower edge of the sealing part 13 is provided with a sealing strip 14 for sealing and fitting around the patient's anus.

[0043] In the above embodiment, a cover 12 is provided above the bedpan 1. The cover 12 can cover the upper part of one end of the bedpan 1. At the same time, in conjunction with the design of the sealing part 13, when the patient uses the toilet, the sealing part 13 covers the patient's anus. Meanwhile, the sealing strip 14 is in contact with the skin around the patient's anus. When the patient uses the toilet, there will be no problem of feces overflowing to the surroundings. It is ensured that the feces can effectively fall into the bedpan 1 under the restriction of the sealing part 13 and the cover 12, preventing fecal leakage and facilitating cleaning.

[0044] In a preferred embodiment, the lower part of one end of the toilet bowl 1 is provided with a drain port 15, an external threaded ring is provided on the outside of the drain port 15, a fixing ring 16 is detachably screwed into the external threaded ring, a disposable bag is provided on the drain port 15, and the opening of the disposable bag is sandwiched between the drain port 15 and the fixing ring 16.

[0045] In the above implementation scheme, the bottom of the bedpan 1 is suspended. Before using the toilet, a disposable bag is first put on the outside of the discharge port 15. Then, the disposable bag is connected to the discharge port 15 by the threaded connection of the fixing ring 16, so that the opening of the disposable bag is clamped between the fixing ring 16 and the discharge port 15. This makes the disposable bag connected to the receiving cavity inside the bedpan 1. When the patient defecates, the feces can slide down the bottom wall of the receiving cavity and enter the disposable bag through the discharge port 15. After defecation, the flushing liquid can be entered into the disposable bag by rinsing the inside of the bedpan 1. Finally, the disposable bag is removed, packaged and disposed of.

[0046] Overall, the prone position-specific convenient defecation device of this embodiment can improve patient comfort, enhance ease of use, improve defecation efficiency, and reduce complications. In particular, it can greatly reduce the burden on nursing staff, reduce the risk of contamination during the nursing process, and ensure the occupational safety of nursing staff.

[0047] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to 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.

[0048] Furthermore, 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 at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0049] 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, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0050] 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 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.

[0051] 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.

[0052] 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 changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A convenient toilet for prone positioning, characterized in that: Includes a bedpan (1), the upper end of which extends downward at an angle from one end to the other, and a concave receiving cavity is formed inside the bedpan (1). Leg supports (2) extending to both ends are provided on both sides of the bedpan (1), and the leg supports (2) extend downward at an angle from one end to the other.

2. The convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 1, characterized in that: The height of the bottom of the bedpan (1) is lower than the height of the lower end of the leg support (2).

3. The convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 1, characterized in that: The leg support (2) has an "n" shaped longitudinal section and stiffening plates (23) are provided between the two side plates of the support body.

4. A convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 3, characterized in that: The upper surface of the leg support (2) is concave and forms an arc surface with a circular arc cross-section.

5. A convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 1, characterized in that: The other end of the chamber pot (1) is provided with an extension pad (11).

6. A convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 5, characterized in that: The thickness of the extension pad (11) gradually decreases from the end connected to the toilet bowl (1) to the other end.

7. A convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 6, characterized in that: The extension pad (11) is a flexible silicone plate.

8. A convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom wall of the receiving cavity slopes upward from one end to the other.

9. A convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 8, characterized in that: The upper part of one end of the bedpan (1) is integrally formed with a cover (12) that extends in an arc shape toward the upper part of the other end. The upper end of the cover (12) is provided with a sealing part (13) with an arc-shaped and flexible longitudinal section. The lower edge of the sealing part (13) is provided with a sealing strip (14) for sealing and fitting around the patient's anus.

10. A convenient defecation device for prone position according to claim 9, characterized in that: The toilet bowl (1) has a drain opening (15) at one end of its lower part. An external threaded ring is provided on the outside of the drain opening (15). A fixing ring (16) is screwed into the external threaded ring. A disposable bag is fitted on the drain opening (15). The opening of the disposable bag is sandwiched between the drain opening (15) and the fixing ring (16).