An ultrasonic probe lower sleeve machine

Abstract

An ultrasonic probe lower sleeve machine comprises a machine base, a lower sleeve cavity is arranged between two ends of the machine base; and a stripping part is arranged at one end of the machine base, the stripping part comprises a plurality of support members and rotating members which are distributed circumferentially along the opening of the lower sleeve cavity, the rotating members and the support members cover part of the opening of the lower sleeve cavity, the rotating members can rotate relative to the support members, and the support members limit the outward rotation of the rotating members; an ultrasonic probe with a protective sleeve is inserted from the opening of the lower sleeve cavity, the rotating members are pushed to rotate towards the lower sleeve cavity until the rotating members abut against the sleeve ring of the protective sleeve, then the ultrasonic probe is pulled out, the rotating members rotate outward and abut against the support members, and the protective sleeve is separated from the ultrasonic probe.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of auxiliary medical and health equipment technology, and in particular to an ultrasonic probe fitting machine. Background Technology

[0002] Ultrasound examination utilizes the reflection of ultrasound waves from the human body for observation. Commonly known as ultrasound (US), it uses weak ultrasound waves to illuminate the body and processes the reflected waves from the tissues into images. The ultrasound probe is the device that emits and receives ultrasound waves during the examination. Medical ultrasound examinations include various procedures, but gynecological examinations most commonly include B-mode ultrasound and transvaginal ultrasound. Transvaginal ultrasound, also known as intracavitary ultrasound, involves inserting an ultrasound probe into the vagina or rectum for diagnostic purposes. During this process, the doctor covers the vaginal probe with a disposable protective cover to ensure hygiene and facilitate the examination.

[0003] However, the protective covers for the detection probes are mostly removed manually. Doctors often wear rubber gloves, which makes the process inconvenient. Moreover, each person needs to change the protective cover, and putting on a new one with the hand that has just removed the old one can easily cause infection. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an ultrasonic probe under-shoulder machine.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0006] An ultrasonic probe fitting machine, including

[0007] A base, wherein a lower cavity is provided through both ends of the base; and

[0008] A peeling section is provided at one end of the base. The peeling section includes a plurality of supporting members and rotating members distributed circumferentially along the opening of the lower sleeve cavity. The rotating members and supporting members cover a portion of the opening of the lower sleeve cavity. The rotating members can rotate relative to the supporting members, and the supporting members restrict the rotating members from rotating outward.

[0009] An ultrasonic probe with a protective sleeve is inserted through the opening of the lower sleeve cavity. The rotating component is pushed to rotate toward the lower sleeve cavity until it abuts against the collar of the protective sleeve. Then the ultrasonic probe is pulled out, and the rotating component rotates outward and abuts against the support component. The protective sleeve falls off the ultrasonic probe.

[0010] Furthermore, the support member is a support plate, the bottom of which is located at the opening edge of the lower sleeve cavity, and its top is located facing the center of the lower sleeve cavity, and the rotating member is pivotally connected to its top.

[0011] Furthermore, the width of the support piece gradually decreases from the bottom to the top.

[0012] Furthermore, the tops of several of the support plates form an insertion port around the opening of the lower sleeve cavity, and the diameter of the insertion port is larger than the maximum diameter of the head of the ultrasonic probe.

[0013] Furthermore, a limiting boss is provided on the outward-facing side of the support plate, and the limiting boss restricts the rotating component from rotating outward.

[0014] Furthermore, the rotating component is a rotating plate, the bottom of which is pivotally connected to the top of the supporting plate, and the top of which is fitted with a flexible sleeve.

[0015] Furthermore, the end of the rotating component is provided with an arc-shaped guide surface, the curvature of which matches the outer diameter of the probe protective sleeve.

[0016] Furthermore, the top of the support plate extends with a first connecting protrusion, which passes through a first connecting hole; the bottom of the rotating plate extends with a second connecting protrusion, which passes through a second connecting hole, and a connecting shaft passes between the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole.

[0017] Furthermore, the connecting shaft is fitted with a torsion spring, and the two ends of the torsion spring abut against the support plate and the rotating plate, respectively.

[0018] Furthermore, a collection box is detachably installed at one end of the base away from the peeling part. The collection box has a collection cavity that is connected to the lower sleeve cavity.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0020] 1. The present invention proposes an ultrasound probe sleeve removal machine, which solves the inconvenience of doctors wearing gloves when removing the protective sleeve of ultrasound probes. Moreover, the process of removing the protective sleeve does not involve contact with people, thus avoiding infection.

[0021] 2. The ultrasonic probe sleeve lowering machine proposed in this utility model, through the setting of support plate and rotating plate, when in use, the protective sleeve is clamped by the rotating part and the support plate together, and the protective sleeve will be separated from the probe along with the sleeve opening.

[0022] 3. The ultrasonic probe insertion machine proposed in this utility model reduces the probe insertion resistance by setting the rotating plate and the arc surface, and shortens the traditional manual peeling time through the multi-point interlocking design.

[0023] 4. The ultrasonic probe sleeve fitting proposed in this utility model effectively blocks the spread of pathogens by setting a flexible sleeve, which meets the aseptic operation standards of the operating room. The anti-slip tungsten carbide coating avoids direct metal contact with the probe and prevents scratches or contamination of the probe surface. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an ultrasonic probe lowering machine according to the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of an ultrasonic probe lowering device according to the present invention;

[0027] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of point A;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the rotating plate of an ultrasonic probe lower sleeve machine according to the present invention;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting shaft and torsion spring of an ultrasonic probe lower sleeve machine according to the present invention.

[0030] In the figure, 10 is the base; 101 is the lower sleeve cavity; 20 is the support plate; 201 is the first connecting protrusion; 2011 is the first connecting hole; 30 is the rotating plate; 301 is the guide surface; 302 is the second connecting protrusion; 3021 is the second connecting hole; 40 is the connecting shaft; 50 is the torsion spring; 60 is the collection box; and 601 is the collection cavity. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The following is combined with Figure 1-5 This utility model will be described in detail.

[0032] An ultrasonic probe lowering device includes a base 10, with a lower sleeve cavity 101 extending through between the two ends of the base 10; and a peeling part disposed at one end of the base 10. The peeling part includes a plurality of supporting members and rotating members distributed circumferentially along the opening of the lower sleeve cavity 101. The rotating members and supporting members cover a portion of the opening of the lower sleeve cavity 101. The rotating members can rotate relative to the supporting members, and the supporting members restrict the rotating members from rotating outward.

[0033] An ultrasonic probe with a protective sleeve is inserted through the opening of the lower sleeve cavity 101, pushing the rotating part to rotate toward the lower sleeve cavity 101 until the rotating part abuts against the collar of the protective sleeve. Then the ultrasonic probe is pulled out, the rotating part rotates outward and abuts against the support, and the protective sleeve falls off the ultrasonic probe.

[0034] The protective sleeve is made of hard plastic and consists of a hollow cylinder and a disc-shaped collar. The disc-shaped collar is fixedly connected to the bottom of the hollow cylinder, and its inner diameter matches that of the hollow cylinder. The two are integrally connected. The inner diameter of the hollow cylinder matches the diameter of the probe, and the protective sleeve is secured by friction. The diameter of the disc-shaped collar is larger than that of the hollow cylinder, serving as a handle for removal and insertion. A sleeve is also included, the length of which matches the length and shape of the vaginal ultrasound probe.

[0035] In this embodiment, the support member is a support plate 20. The bottom of the support plate 20 is located at the opening edge of the lower sleeve cavity 101, and its top is positioned facing the center of the lower sleeve cavity 101. The rotating member is pivotally connected to its top. Further, the width of the support plate 20 gradually decreases from the bottom to the top. Further, the tops of several support plates 20 form an insertion port around the opening of the lower sleeve cavity 101, and the diameter of the insertion port is larger than the maximum diameter of the ultrasonic probe head. Further, a limiting boss is provided on the outward-facing side of the support plate 20, and the limiting boss restricts the outward rotation of the rotating member.

[0036] The limiting boss is a raised structure with an arc-shaped cross-section. It contacts the rotating component through its sidewall, precisely limiting the outward rotation angle to below 30°. This adjustable design can be customized to meet specific needs. It prevents excessive outward rotation of the rotating component from causing overload failure of the torsion spring 50, ensuring consistent reset trajectory after each operation. During the probe removal phase, the contact surface between the boss and the rotating component guides the direction of the peeling force.

[0037] In this embodiment, the rotating component is a rotating plate 30, the bottom of which is pivotally connected to the top of the support plate 20, and a flexible sleeve adapted to fit the top of the rotating plate 30. Further, the rotating component has an arc-shaped guide surface 301 at its end, the curvature of which matches the outer diameter of the probe protective sleeve. The arc-shaped guide surface 301 adopts a gradually changing curvature design; the front end has a smaller curvature to facilitate probe sliding in, while the rear end has a larger curvature to enhance clamping force.

[0038] The flexible sleeve is made of medical-grade liquid silicone to increase the friction of the rotating plate 30 and prevent it from scratching the ultrasound probe. The surfaces of the rotating plate 30 and the support plate 20 are coated with a nano-level antibacterial coating and doped with silver ions to prevent direct contact between metal parts and the probe or protective sleeve, thus preventing scratches or contamination. The silicone layer absorbs the mechanical vibration during probe insertion, reducing operating noise; it also inhibits bacterial growth and reduces the risk of cross-infection, making it particularly suitable for sterile surgical environments.

[0039] In this embodiment, a first connecting protrusion 201 extends from the top of the support plate 20, and the first connecting protrusion 201 passes through a first connecting hole 2011; a second connecting protrusion 302 extends from the bottom of the rotating plate 30, and the second connecting protrusion 302 passes through a second connecting hole 3021; ​​a connecting shaft 40 passes between the first connecting hole 2011 and the second connecting hole 3021. Further, the two ends of a torsion spring 50 sleeved on the connecting shaft 40 abut against the support plate 20 and the rotating plate 30, respectively.

[0040] A torsion spring 50 is fitted inside the connecting shaft 40 between the rotating component and the top of the support plate 20, with its two ends fixed to the root of the rotating component and the inner groove of the support plate 20, respectively. The torsion spring 50 is made of medical-grade stainless steel wire, ensuring that the rotating component automatically springs back to its inward tilted position when no external force is applied. When the probe is inserted, it pushes the rotating component to rotate inward, and the torsion spring 50 stores energy. When the probe is pulled out, the torsion spring 50 releases energy to drive the rotating component to rotate outward and reset. Dynamic buffering: At the moment the protective sleeve is peeled off, the mechanical impact is absorbed through elastic deformation, preventing a hard collision between the probe and the rotating component.

[0041] In this embodiment, a collection box 60 is detachably installed at the end of the base 10 away from the peeling section, and the collection box 60 is connected to the lower sleeve cavity 101. The collection box 60 includes a collection cavity 601, which is connected to the lower sleeve cavity 101.

[0042] In this embodiment, the support plate 20 and the rotating plate 30 are made of hard materials such as metal.

[0043] The ultrasonic probe fitting machine provided by this utility model is used as follows:

[0044] Before use, clean and disinfect the silicone layer and insertion area with alcohol wipes. Pre-treat the probe to ensure the protective sleeve is undamaged. Push the sleeve along the probe axis to a distance of 3-5 cm from the head, exposing the area to be peeled off. Hold the probe with one hand, align the head with the insertion port, and insert it at a steady speed. The rotating part will rotate inward under the thrust, and the torsion spring 50 will begin to store energy. Move the probe until the rotating part can lock the sleeve opening. Then pull the probe out. Because the sleeve opening is blocked by the feed port, retract it at a steady speed. The rotating part will rotate outward under the drive of the torsion spring 50. The limiting boss restricts the rotation of the rotating part to 30°, and the sleeve is completely locked, completing the detachment. When the probe is completely pulled out, the protective sleeve is held by the rotating part and the support piece 20. The protective sleeve will detach from the probe along with the sleeve opening and be removed. After removing the protective sleeve, remove the collection box 60, use tweezers to remove the remaining protective sleeve, and place it in the medical waste bin. Avoid direct contact with the toothed area of ​​the rotating part, and check for any remaining sleeve fragments. Clean with a soft brush.

[0045] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of this utility model, and are intended to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of this utility model and implement it. They should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. All equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit and essence of this utility model should be covered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. An ultrasonic probe fitting machine, characterized in that, include A base, wherein a lower cavity is provided through both ends of the base; and A peeling section is provided at one end of the base. The peeling section includes a plurality of supporting members and rotating members distributed circumferentially along the opening of the lower sleeve cavity. The rotating members and supporting members cover a portion of the opening of the lower sleeve cavity. The rotating members can rotate relative to the supporting members, and the supporting members restrict the rotating members from rotating outward. An ultrasonic probe with a protective sleeve is inserted through the opening of the lower sleeve cavity. The rotating component is pushed to rotate toward the lower sleeve cavity until it abuts against the collar of the protective sleeve. Then the ultrasonic probe is pulled out, and the rotating component rotates outward and abuts against the support component. The protective sleeve falls off the ultrasonic probe.

2. The ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The support member is a support plate, the bottom of which is located at the opening edge of the lower sleeve cavity, and its top is located facing the center of the lower sleeve cavity. The rotating member is pivotally connected to its top.

3. The ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The width of the support plate gradually decreases from the bottom to the top.

4. The ultrasonic probe fitting machine as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The tops of several of the support plates form an insertion port around the opening of the lower sleeve cavity, the diameter of which is larger than the maximum diameter of the head of the ultrasonic probe.

5. The ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The support plate has a limiting boss on its outward-facing side, which restricts the rotating part from rotating outward.

6. The ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating component is a rotating plate, the bottom of which is pivotally connected to the top of the supporting plate, and the top of the rotating plate is fitted with a flexible sleeve that is adapted to it.

7. The ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The rotating component has an arc-shaped guide surface at its end, and the curvature of the guide surface matches the outer diameter of the probe protective sleeve.

8. The ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The top of the support plate has a first connecting protrusion, which passes through a first connecting hole; the bottom of the rotating plate has a second connecting protrusion, which passes through a second connecting hole, and a connecting shaft passes between the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole.

9. The ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The connecting shaft is fitted with a torsion spring, and the two ends of the torsion spring abut against the support plate and the rotating plate, respectively.

10. An ultrasonic probe lowering machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A collection box is detachably installed at one end of the base away from the peeling section. The collection box has a collection cavity that is connected to the lower sleeve cavity.

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