A device for the reduction of intussusception in children by air enema
By designing an air enema reduction device for pediatric intussusception, which uses a combination of an inflatable cuff, an extension tube, and a double-lumen urinary catheter, the problem of time-consuming and laborious operation of existing equipment is solved, simplifying operation and improving convenience, while reducing children's discomfort and surgical risks.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SONGTAO MIAO AUTONOMOUS COUNTY PEOPLES HOSPITAL
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
Existing air enema repositioning equipment is time-consuming, laborious, and cumbersome to operate, and is especially unsuitable for children.
A device for reducing intussusception in children using an air enema has been designed, comprising an inflatable cuff, an extension tube, and a double-lumen catheter. It adopts a quick-release structure, a switch structure, and a storage structure to simplify the operation process and improve convenience.
This simplifies operation, improves the ease of use and safety of the equipment, and reduces discomfort and surgical risks for children.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air enema reduction technology, and in particular to an air enema reduction device for intussusception in children. Background Technology
[0002] Air enema reduction is a treatment method used to treat intestinal obstruction or other abdominal problems. Specifically, it is mainly used for certain types of intestinal obstruction, especially intestinal volvulus in children or adults, pneumoperitoneum, or certain obstructions caused by the accumulation of intestinal contents. In this treatment, air is injected into the intestine through the anus to help restore the normal anatomical structure of the intestine, promote the movement of gas or fluid in the intestine, and thus relieve the obstruction.
[0003] Existing technologies, such as the utility model patent with publication number CN201675970U, specifically disclose a disposable air enema repositioning device, belonging to disposable medical devices. It has an enema channel tube, the outer end of which is connected to one port of a four-way valve, and the inner end is closed. The enema channel tube has a side hole near the inner end, an internal anal balloon near the side hole, and a conical external balloon near the outer end. An air tube connected to the other port of the four-way valve enters the enema channel tube and is closed at the end. The air tube has air holes communicating with both the internal and external anal balloons. A pressure gauge is connected to a three-way connector. This enema repositioning device effectively prevents air leakage from the anus during enema, improving treatment efficacy and success rate; it also avoids abdominal distension and discomfort in children after enema. It is safe and convenient to use, saving clinicians time on temporary assembly and reducing the risk of intestinal necrosis and reoperation for children.
[0004] This application provides another technical solution to this technical problem, aiming to provide those skilled in the art with multiple options for solving the problem. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of traditional air enema repositioning devices in the prior art, which are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and cumbersome to operate, and to propose an air enema repositioning device for pediatric intussusception.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a device for reducing intussusception in children via air enema, comprising an inflatable cuff, an extension tube, and a double-lumen catheter. One end of the inflatable cuff is connected to an inflation tube, and the other end of the inflation tube is connected to an inflatable rubber bulb. One side of the inflatable cuff is connected to a connecting tube. The extension tube has quick-connect structures at both ends, each quick-connect structure comprising two connectors. The two connectors are respectively connected to both ends of the extension tube. One end of each connector is connected to a threaded tube. The arc surface of the threaded tube is threadedly connected to a rotating ring. The arc surface of the rotating ring is fixedly connected to three clips, two of which are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the rotating ring, and the third clip is located on the outermost edge of the rotating ring. The clip has an "L" shaped cross-section. One end of both the connecting tube and the double-lumen catheter is connected to an installation head. The arc surface of the installation head is fixedly connected to a retaining plate, and the installation head is interference-fitted with the inside of the threaded tube.
[0007] The effect achieved by the above components is as follows: first, apply paraffin cotton balls to the double-lumen catheter, then insert the double-lumen catheter into the child's anus, and then inflate the inflatable cuff with the help of an inflatable rubber ball, so that the gas in the inflatable cuff is transmitted to the anus and intestines, and the intussuspensory intestines are reset with the help of air.
[0008] Preferably, the threaded pipe is threaded with a threaded ring, the threaded ring is fixedly connected to the swivel, the inner sides of the threaded ring and the swivel are provided with continuous threads, and the arc surface of the threaded ring is uniformly provided with anti-slip textures.
[0009] The effect achieved by the above components is to facilitate the rotation of the rotating ring and to quickly connect the mounting head and the threaded pipe with the help of the snap fastener.
[0010] Preferably, an arc block is fixedly connected to the inner side of the short arm end of the buckle, and the cross-section of the arc block is semi-circular.
[0011] The effect achieved by the above components is to reduce the friction between the buckle and the plate.
[0012] Preferably, the arc surface of the double-lumen catheter is provided with a switch structure, the switch structure including an elastic buckle, the elastic buckle being "C" shaped, the elastic buckle being sleeved on the double-lumen catheter, a connecting plate being fixedly connected to one side of the elastic buckle, a fixing frame being fixedly connected to the upper side of the connecting plate, a knob being rotatably connected to the two arms of the fixing frame, and a cam being fixedly connected to the arc surface of the knob. When the cam rotates horizontally, the cam can completely squeeze and close the double-lumen catheter.
[0013] The aforementioned components achieve the effect of allowing for real-time control of the opening and closing of the dual-lumen catheter, thereby enabling the selection of the inflation volume based on actual conditions.
[0014] Preferably, a leather sleeve is embedded in the arc surface of the cam, and the leather sleeve is flush with the edge of the cam.
[0015] The effect achieved by the above components is to increase the friction between the cam surface and the double-lumen catheter, thereby improving the stability of the double-lumen catheter's compression closure.
[0016] Preferably, the other side of the inflatable cuff has a storage structure, the storage structure includes two storage shafts, the two storage shafts are glued to the surface of the inflatable cuff, a fabric cover is glued to the surface of the inflatable cuff, and Velcro patches are provided on both sides of the fabric cover and on the side away from the inflatable cuff, and Velcro female patches are provided on the inflatable cuff corresponding to the three Velcro patches.
[0017] The aforementioned components achieve the following effect: after use, it is convenient to wrap the connecting tube, inflation tube, and extension tube around the storage shaft, and then attach the cloth cover to the Velcro strap of the inflatable sleeve using Velcro, thus facilitating storage after use.
[0018] Preferably, the inner side of the fabric cover is sewn with a storage bag, and one end of the storage bag is open.
[0019] The aforementioned components achieve the following effect: after use, the syringe, inflatable rubber ball, and paraffin cotton ball can be stored away.
[0020] In summary, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0021] In this invention, the double-lumen catheter is first coated with an asbestos wax ball, then inserted into the child's anus. Next, the double-lumen catheter is closed using a switch structure. Then, an inflatable rubber bulb is used to transfer gas to the inflatable cuff. The double-lumen catheter is then opened, and gas is injected into the child's intussusception via the connecting tube, extension tube, and double-lumen catheter to assist in the repositioning of the intestines. The entire device is simple and easy to operate. Attached Figure Description
[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0023] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 Partial structural diagram;
[0024] Figure 3 This is a partial structural disassembly diagram of the quick-assembly structure of this utility model;
[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rear side of the inflatable cuff of this utility model.
[0026] Legend: 1. Inflatable cuff; 2. Inflatable tube; 3. Inflatable rubber ball; 4. Connecting tube; 5. Quick-release structure; 51. Connector; 52. Threaded tube; 53. Rotary ring; 54. Buckle; 55. Mounting head; 56. Clamping plate; 57. Threaded ring; 58. Arc block; 6. Extension tube; 7. Double-lumen catheter; 8. Switch structure; 81. Elastic buckle; 82. Connecting plate; 83. Fixing bracket; 84. Knob; 85. Cam; 86. Leather sleeve; 9. Storage structure; 91. Storage shaft; 92. Cloth sleeve; 93. Velcro fastener; 94. Velcro fastener; 95. Storage bag. Detailed Implementation
[0027] Reference Figure 1 As shown, this utility model provides a technical solution: a device for reducing intussusception in children via air enema, comprising an inflatable cuff 1, an extension tube 6, and a double-lumen catheter 7. One end of the inflatable cuff 1 is connected to an inflatable tube 2, and the other end of the inflatable tube 2 is connected to an inflatable rubber ball 3. One side of the inflatable cuff 1 is connected to a connecting tube 4. The two ends of the extension tube 6 are provided with quick-release structures 5. The arc surface of the double-lumen catheter 7 is provided with a switch structure 8. The other side of the inflatable cuff 1 is provided with a storage structure 9.
[0028] The following section will explain the specific design and function of its quick-release structure 5, switch structure 8, and storage structure 9.
[0029] Reference Figure 2 As shown in this embodiment: the quick-install structure 5 includes two connectors 51, which are respectively connected to the two ends of the extension tube 6. One end of the connector 51 is connected to a threaded tube 52. The arc surface of the threaded tube 52 is threadedly connected to a swivel ring 53. The arc surface of the swivel ring 53 is fixedly connected to three clips 54, two of which are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the swivel ring 53, and the other clip 54 is located on the outermost edge of the swivel ring 53. The cross-section of the clip 54 is "L". One end of the connecting tube 4 and the double-lumen catheter 7 are both connected to an installation head 55. The arc surface of the installation head 55 is fixedly connected to a clamping plate 56. The installation head 55 is press-fitted with the inside of the threaded tube 52. First, the double-lumen catheter 7 is coated with a paraffin cotton ball. Then, the double-lumen catheter 7 is inserted into the child's anus. Then, the air cuff 1 is inflated with the help of the inflatable rubber ball 3. The air in the inflatable cuff 1 is transmitted to the anus and intestines, and the intussuspensory intestines are reset with the help of air. A threaded ring 57 is threaded onto the threaded pipe 52. The threaded ring 57 is fixedly connected to the swivel ring 53. Continuous threads are formed on the inner sides of both the threaded ring 57 and the swivel ring 53. Anti-slip textures are evenly formed on the arc surface of the threaded ring 57, facilitating the rotation of the swivel ring 53. The mounting head 55 is quickly connected to the threaded pipe 52 using the snap fastener 54. An arc block 58 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the short arm end of the snap fastener 54. The arc block 58 has a semi-circular cross-section, which reduces the friction between the snap fastener 54 and the clamping plate 56.
[0030] Reference Figure 3 As shown, specifically, the switch structure 8 includes an elastic buckle 81, which is C-shaped and fitted onto the double-lumen catheter 7. A connecting plate 82 is fixedly connected to one side of the elastic buckle 81, and a fixing bracket 83 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the connecting plate 82. A knob 84 is rotatably connected to both arms of the fixing bracket 83. A cam 85 is fixedly connected to the arc surface of the knob 84. When the cam 85 rotates horizontally, it can completely squeeze and close the double-lumen catheter 7, achieving the effect of controlling the opening and closing of the double-lumen catheter 7 at any time, and thus selecting the air injection volume according to the actual situation. A leather sleeve 86 is embedded in the arc surface of the cam 85, and the leather sleeve 86 is flush with the edge of the cam 85, which increases the friction between the surface of the cam 85 and the double-lumen catheter 7, improving the stability of the squeezing and closing of the double-lumen catheter 7.
[0031] Reference Figure 4 As shown, specifically, the storage structure 9 includes two storage shafts 91, which are glued to the surface of the inflatable cuff 1. A fabric cover 92 is glued to the surface of the inflatable cuff 1. Velcro fasteners 93 are provided on both sides of the fabric cover 92 and on the side away from the inflatable cuff 1. Velcro fasteners 94 are provided on the inflatable cuff 1 at positions corresponding to the three Velcro fasteners 93. This allows for easy winding of the connecting tube 4, inflation tube 2, and extension tube 6 onto the storage shafts 91 after use, and then attaching the fabric cover 92 to the Velcro fasteners 93 of the inflatable cuff 1 using the Velcro fasteners 93. This facilitates convenient storage after use. A storage bag 95 is sewn onto the inside of the fabric cover 92. One end of the storage bag 95 is open, allowing for the storage of the syringe, inflatable rubber bulb 3, and paraffin cotton ball after use.
[0032] The working principle is as follows: Before repositioning a child's intussusception, the extension tube 6 is placed between the double-lumen catheter 7 and the connecting tube 4. Then, the mounting head 55 and the clamping plate 56 of the connecting tube 4 are inserted into the three clips 54. At this time, the threaded tube 52 is rotated directly, causing the threaded tube 52 to move the clips 54. With the help of the clips 54, the clamping plate 56 and the mounting head 55 are squeezed and inserted into the threaded tube 52, thereby achieving the effect of quickly connecting the extension tube 6 and the connecting tube 4. The double-lumen catheter 7 and the extension tube 6 are connected in the same way. Next, the elastic buckle 81 is fastened onto the double-lumen catheter 7. The knob 84 is turned so that the knob 84 drives the cam 85 to rotate, which squeezes and closes the double-lumen catheter 7. Then, an asbestos wax ball is applied to the double-lumen catheter 7 to lubricate one end of the double-lumen catheter 7. The double-lumen catheter 7 is then inserted into the child's anus. The balloon of the double-lumen catheter 7 is then inflated with a syringe to prevent the double-lumen catheter 7 from falling out of the anus.
[0033] Next, turn knob 84 to open the double-lumen catheter 7, and continuously press the inflatable rubber bulb 3 to inflate the inflatable cuff 1. After inflation, close the valve of the inflatable rubber bulb 3, and the gas is temporarily stored inside the inflatable cuff 1. Then, slowly press the inflatable cuff 1 to allow the air in the inflatable cuff 1 to enter the anus and intestines, using the air to reset the intussuspensory intestines. After use, detach the extension tube 6 from the connecting tube 4 and wrap it directly around the storage shaft 91. Then, attach the cloth cover 92 to the Velcro fastener 94 of the inflatable cuff 1 using the Velcro fastener 93. Finally, place the asbestos wax ball and syringe in the storage bag 95 for storage.
[0034] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
Claims
1. A device for reducing intussusception in children via air enema, comprising an inflatable cuff (1), an extension tube (6), and a double-lumen catheter (7), wherein one end of the inflatable cuff (1) is connected to an inflation tube (2), the other end of the inflation tube (2) is connected to an inflatable rubber bulb (3), and one side of the inflatable cuff (1) is connected to a connecting tube (4), characterized in that: The extension tube (6) is provided with quick-connect structure (5) at both ends. The quick-connect structure (5) includes two connectors (51). The two connectors (51) are respectively connected to the two ends of the extension tube (6). One end of the connector (51) is connected to a threaded tube (52). The arc surface of the threaded tube (52) is threadedly connected to a swivel (53). The arc surface of the swivel (53) is fixedly connected to three buckles (54). Two of the buckles (54) are symmetrically distributed on both sides of the swivel (53). The other buckle (54) is located on the outermost edge of the swivel (53). The cross-section of the buckle (54) is "L". One end of the connecting tube (4) and the double-lumen catheter (7) are both connected to an installation head (55). The arc surface of the installation head (55) is fixedly connected to a clamping plate (56). The installation head (55) is interference-fitted with the inside of the threaded tube (52).
2. A device for the reduction of intussusception in a child by air enema according to claim 1, wherein: The threaded tube (52) is threaded with a threaded ring (57), which is fixedly connected to the swivel (53). The inner sides of the threaded ring (57) and the swivel (53) are provided with continuous threads, and the arc surface of the threaded ring (57) is uniformly provided with anti-slip texture.
3. A device for the reduction of intussusception in a child by air enema according to claim 1, wherein: An arc block (58) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the short arm end of the buckle (54), and the cross-section of the arc block (58) is semi-circular.
4. The device for reducing intussusception in children via air enema according to claim 1, characterized in that: The arc surface of the double-lumen catheter (7) is provided with a switch structure (8). The switch structure (8) includes an elastic buckle (81). The elastic buckle (81) is "C" shaped and is sleeved on the double-lumen catheter (7). A connecting plate (82) is fixedly connected to one side of the elastic buckle (81). A fixing frame (83) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the connecting plate (82). A knob (84) is rotatably connected to the two arms of the fixing frame (83). A cam (85) is fixedly connected to the arc surface of the knob (84). When the cam (85) rotates horizontally, the cam (85) can completely squeeze and close the double-lumen catheter (7).
5. A device for the reduction of intussusception in a child by air enema according to claim 4, wherein: A leather sleeve (86) is embedded in the arc surface of the cam (85), and the leather sleeve (86) is flush with the edge of the cam (85).
6. A device for reduction of intussusception in a child according to claim 1, characterized in that: The other side of the inflatable cuff (1) is provided with a storage structure (9), the storage structure (9) includes two storage shafts (91), the two storage shafts (91) are glued to the surface of the inflatable cuff (1), the surface of the inflatable cuff (1) is glued with a cloth cover (92), the cloth cover (92) is provided with Velcro tabs (93) on both sides and the side away from the inflatable cuff (1), and the inflatable cuff (1) is provided with Velcro female tabs (94) corresponding to the three Velcro tabs (93).
7. A device for the reduction of intussusception in a child by air enema according to claim 6, wherein: The inner side of the fabric cover (92) is sewn with a storage bag (95), one end of which is open.