A wireless endoscopic ultrasound system and a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe

Abstract

A wireless laparoscopic ultrasound system and a wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe are disclosed. The wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe includes a head section, a curved section, a straight tube section, and a handle section connected in sequence. A first processor and a first wireless communication component are housed within the handle section. The first processor is signal-connected to the head section and the first wireless communication component. Because the handle section of the wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe houses the first processor and the first wireless communication component, the wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe can wirelessly communicate with multiple devices such as the ultrasound host and the laparoscopic host to transmit ultrasound detection commands and ultrasound image data. The wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe eliminates the need for cable connections to these devices, preventing cable tangling and providing greater flexibility and freedom of use, thus improving ease of use and surgical efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of medical device technology, specifically to a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system and a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe. Background Technology

[0002] Ultrasound endoscopes are commonly used auxiliary instruments in medical testing and surgery. They acquire ultrasound images of the components being tested by emitting ultrasound waves and collecting the ultrasound waves reflected from the tissue being tested. Taking laparoscopy as an example, doctors can insert a laparoscope into the abdominal cavity to scan the organs inside and obtain ultrasound images of them.

[0003] Currently, laparoscopes and other ultrasound endoscopes are connected to the main unit via wires. During surgery, the cables connecting the ultrasound endoscope to the main unit can easily get tangled with cables from other devices, affecting the use of the ultrasound endoscope and reducing surgical efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention provides a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system and a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe to solve the problem of tangling of the ultrasound endoscope cable with other equipment cables, which affects surgical efficiency.

[0005] In one embodiment, a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe includes a head section, a curved section, a straight tube section, and a handle section connected in sequence.

[0006] The acoustic head section is used to emit ultrasonic waves and receive ultrasonic echoes, and to generate echo data;

[0007] The curved section is used for bending and oscillating;

[0008] The handle section is used for doctors to hold and operate the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe. The handle section is equipped with a first processor and a first wireless communication component. The first processor is signal-connected to the head section and the first wireless communication component, respectively. The first processor is used to receive the echo data and control the first wireless communication component to wirelessly transmit the echo data. And / or, the first processor is used to receive the echo data, process the echo data to obtain ultrasound image data, and control the first wireless communication component to wirelessly transmit the ultrasound image data.

[0009] In one embodiment, the end of the handle segment away from the straight pipe segment is a closed structure.

[0010] In one embodiment, a heat dissipation portion is provided on the outer side of the handle segment.

[0011] In one embodiment, the heat dissipation unit includes one or more of heat dissipation bars, heat dissipation fins, and heat dissipation grooves.

[0012] In one embodiment, a heat insulation element is provided at the connection between the handle section and the straight pipe section.

[0013] In one embodiment, the heat insulation component includes one or more of a heat insulation ring, a heat insulation film, and a heat insulation sleeve.

[0014] In one embodiment, the handle segment is provided with a power storage component, which is electrically connected to the first processor; and / or, the handle segment is further provided with a wired charging port and / or a wireless charging module electrically connected to the first processor.

[0015] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the first wireless communication component is exposed outside the housing of the handle segment.

[0016] In one embodiment, the outer shell of the handle segment is provided with an auxiliary communication component, which is electrically connected to the first wireless communication component within the handle segment.

[0017] In one embodiment, a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system includes the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe described above.

[0018] According to the wireless ultrasound endoscopy system and wireless ultrasound probe of the above embodiments, since the handle section of the wireless ultrasound probe is equipped with a first processor and a first wireless communication component, the wireless ultrasound probe can communicate wirelessly with multiple devices such as the ultrasound host and the endoscopy host to transmit ultrasound detection commands and ultrasound image data to each other. The wireless ultrasound probe does not need to be connected to multiple devices such as the ultrasound host and the endoscopy host through cables, which can avoid the cables between the wireless ultrasound probe and multiple devices such as the ultrasound host and the endoscopy host tangling. The wireless ultrasound probe has higher flexibility and freedom, which can improve the ease of use of the ultrasound probe and thus improve surgical efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system in one embodiment;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system in one embodiment;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system in one embodiment;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system in one embodiment;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system in one embodiment;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound system in one embodiment;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe in one embodiment;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe in one embodiment;

[0027] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe in one embodiment;

[0028] The accompanying diagrams are labeled as follows:

[0029] 1-Wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe, 11-Acoustic head section, 12-Bent section, 13-Straight tube section, 14-Handle section, 141-First processor, 142-First wireless communication component, 143-Heat dissipation unit, 144-Energy storage component, 145-Charging component, 15-Heat insulation component;

[0030] 2-Ultrasound main unit, 21-Second processor, 22-Second wireless communication component;

[0031] 3-First display;

[0032] 4-Endoscopic device, 41-Endoscopic main unit, 411-Third processor, 412-Third wireless communication component, 42-Second display;

[0033] 5-Medical device, 51-Medical host, 511-Fourth processor, 512-Fourth wireless communication component, 52-Third display;

[0034] 6-Fourth monitor. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Similar elements in different embodiments are referred to by related similar element reference numerals. In the following embodiments, many details are described to facilitate a better understanding of the present application. However, those skilled in the art will readily recognize that some features may be omitted in different situations, or may be replaced by other elements, materials, or methods. In some cases, certain operations related to the present application are not shown or described in the specification. This is to avoid obscuring the core parts of the present application with excessive description. For those skilled in the art, detailed description of these related operations is not necessary; they can fully understand the related operations based on the description in the specification and general technical knowledge in the art.

[0036] Furthermore, the features, operations, or characteristics described in the specification can be combined in any suitable manner to form various embodiments. At the same time, the steps or actions in the method description can be rearranged or adjusted in a manner obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the various orders in the specification and drawings are only for the clear description of a particular embodiment and do not imply a necessary order, unless otherwise stated that a particular order must be followed.

[0037] The serial numbers assigned to components in this document, such as "first" and "second," are used only to distinguish the objects being described and have no sequential or technical meaning. Unless otherwise specified, the terms "connection" and "linkage" used in this application include both direct and indirect connections (linkages).

[0038] In one embodiment, a wireless ultrasound endoscope system is provided. This system is primarily used for insertion into the human body to perform ultrasound imaging, thereby observing lesions or assisting in surgical procedures. The wireless ultrasound endoscope includes a wireless ultrasound probe, replacing the existing wired ultrasound probe. The wireless probe not only eliminates the need for connecting cables, reducing limitations on probe movement and avoiding cable tangling, but also expands the display of ultrasound images. For example, the wireless ultrasound probe can transmit ultrasound image data to the ultrasound host and other display devices, enriching the display scenarios and providing convenience for surgeons.

[0039] The laparoscopy system described herein can include one of the following: laparoscope, thoracoscope, hysteroscope, etc. For example, the wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe can be one of the following: wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe, wireless thoracoscope ultrasound probe, wireless hysteroscope ultrasound probe, etc. Of course, the wireless ultrasound laparoscopy system of this application can also be other laparoscopy probes to achieve scanning imaging of other cavities of the human body.

[0040] In this embodiment, laparoscopy is used as an example for illustration.

[0041] Please refer to Figure 1 The wireless endoscopic ultrasound system of this embodiment mainly includes a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1, an ultrasound host 2, and a first display 3. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 is inserted into the abdominal cavity of the human body and is used to transmit and receive ultrasound waves to obtain ultrasound echo data. The ultrasound host 2 is mainly used to control and process image data and issue ultrasound detection commands. The first display 3 is mainly used to display ultrasound images and also to display other information.

[0042] The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 includes a head section 11, a curved section 12, a straight section 13, and a handle section 14. The head section 11, curved section 12, straight section 13, and handle section 14 are connected sequentially. During ultrasound examination, the portions of the head section 11, curved section 12, and straight section 13 closest to the curved section 12 are inserted into the abdominal cavity, while the remaining portions of the straight section 13 furthest from the curved section 12 and the handle section 14 are located on the outer side of the body. The straight section 13 is longer than the curved section 12, and its length allows the head section 11 to be inserted to a sufficient depth for scanning and imaging.

[0043] The acoustic head section 11 is equipped with an ultrasonic transducer. The acoustic head section 11 is used to emit ultrasonic waves to the scanning object and receive the ultrasonic echo reflected by the scanning object, and generate corresponding echo data. The echo data is transmitted to the first processor 141 of the handle section 14 in the form of an electrical signal.

[0044] The head segment 11 can be a long cylindrical structure with a rounded surface, so that it will not cause damage to the human body when inserted into the body. The head segment 11 can also be other rounded shapes, such as a semi-cylindrical structure.

[0045] The acoustic head section 11 has an acoustic surface for emitting ultrasonic waves and receiving ultrasonic echoes, and the acoustic surface is located on the radial side of the acoustic head section 11. The axial direction of the acoustic head section 11 is the direction in which it is inserted and withdrawn, and the radial direction is perpendicular to the axial direction. The acoustic surface of the acoustic head section 11 faces the radial ultrasonic waves and receives the ultrasonic echoes. The acoustic surface being located on the radial surface allows for the installation of a larger acoustic surface and the arrangement of more ultrasonic array elements, thereby increasing the scanning area. The acoustic surface of the acoustic head section 11 can be planar or curved to suit different application scenarios.

[0046] In other embodiments, the acoustic surface of the acoustic head segment 11 may also be disposed on the axial end face of the acoustic head segment 11, so that the acoustic head segment 11 can emit ultrasonic waves and receive ultrasonic echoes along the axial direction. Alternatively, the acoustic surface may be disposed on both the radial end face and the axial end face of the acoustic head segment 11 to meet the usage requirements of more scanning scenarios.

[0047] In this embodiment, the curved section 12 and the straight section 13 are tubular structures, and both the curved section 12 and the straight section 13 are hollow tube structures. The space inside the curved section 12 and the straight section 13 can be used to install structural components such as cables and traction lines.

[0048] The curved section 12 is a flexible and bendable structure, such as a multi-segmented serpentine tube or a flexible rubber tube. The curved section 12 can be bent and oscillated. This bending and oscillating design of the curved section 12 allows the acoustic head section 11 to oscillate relative to the straight tube section 13, thereby enabling the acoustic head section 11 to oscillate within the human body to effectively conform to the object under test and improve imaging accuracy. The straight tube section 13 is a rigid structure, such as a rigid metal tube. The straight tube section 13 ensures the structural stability of the entire wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe, allowing the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe to be inserted into the human abdominal cavity.

[0049] Both the curved section 12 and the straight section 13 have a first end and a second end. The first end of the curved section 12 can swing relative to the second end, where the first end is the front end and the second end is the rear end. The front end is the end closer to the human body and away from the handle section 14, and the rear end is the end closer to the handle section 14. The head section 11 can swing relative to the second end of the curved section 12 with the first end of the curved section 12. The second end of the curved section 12 is fixedly connected to the first end of the straight section 13, and the second end of the straight section 13 is fixedly connected to the handle section 14. The second end of the straight section 13 and the handle section 14 can be fixedly connected by means of insertion, snap-fit, welding, etc. The axial length of the curved section 12 is less than the axial length of the straight section 13. The curved section 12 has a preset axial length to enable the head section 11 to achieve a preset swing angle, for example, the head section 11 has sufficient length to achieve a 90-degree bending swing.

[0050] In some embodiments, the first end of the curved section 12 can be rotatably connected to the acoustic head section 11 by a rotating structure such as a bearing. The acoustic head section 11 can also rotate axially about the first end of the curved section 12 to improve the degree of freedom of the acoustic head section 11 so that the acoustic surface of the acoustic head section 11 is aligned with the part to be scanned by ultrasound.

[0051] In this embodiment, the handle segment 14 is a handle structure with a cavity. When using the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1, the doctor holds the handle segment 14 for operation. The handle segment 14 has a receiving cavity, and components are installed inside the receiving cavity of the handle segment 14. The outer surface of the handle segment 14 may be provided with operation buttons, which the doctor can use to perform ultrasound scanning detection. For example, the operation buttons include a power button, a focus button, etc.

[0052] The handle section 14 houses a first processor 141 and a first wireless communication component 142. The first processor 141 and the first wireless communication component 142 can be simultaneously mounted on a single circuit board, or they can be mounted on separate circuit boards. The first processor 141 and the first wireless communication component 142 are installed within the receiving cavity of the handle section 14, and the first processor 141 is signal-connected to the sound head section 11 and the first wireless communication component 142, respectively.

[0053] The first processor 141, also known as a CPU module, can control and process data. The first processor 141 can control the acoustic head section 11 to emit ultrasonic waves and receive ultrasonic echoes according to the received instructions. The first processor 141 can be used to receive echo data generated by the acoustic head section 11.

[0054] In this embodiment, the first processor 141 can process the echo data and then wirelessly transmit it to other devices for display.

[0055] The first processor 141 processes the received echo data to obtain ultrasound image data. The first processor 141 is also used to control the first wireless communication component 142 to send the ultrasound image data to the ultrasound host 2. By directly sending the ultrasound image data to the ultrasound host 2, the ultrasound host 2 can directly control the first display 3 to display the ultrasound image. The first processor 141 has data processing capabilities, which can reduce the processing burden on the ultrasound host 2. The ultrasound host 2 can then be used to process other data, forming a distributed processing layout, which can improve the efficiency of ultrasound imaging and reduce the overall heat generation of the wireless laparoscopy. Furthermore, after processing the ultrasound image data, the first processor 141 can not only send it to the ultrasound host 2 but also to other devices, such as laparoscopic equipment for display. Multi-device display of ultrasound images facilitates the doctor's observation of the intracavitary situation, improving surgical efficiency and accuracy.

[0056] In this embodiment, the first wireless communication component 142 can be a Wi-Fi module in the 2.4G or 5GHz frequency band, and the first wireless communication component 142 is used to wirelessly transmit echo data.

[0057] In this embodiment, the ultrasound host 2 can be a box-type or tabletop structure. The ultrasound host 2 is generally placed on a fixed platform, but it can also be placed on a mobile platform. The ultrasound host 2 is equipped with a second processor 21 and a second wireless communication component 22. The second processor 21 and the second wireless communication component 22 can be mounted on the same circuit board, or they can be mounted on different circuit boards.

[0058] The first display 3 can be integrated with the ultrasound host 2, and can be installed above or in front of the ultrasound host 2; alternatively, the first display 3 can be a separate component from the ultrasound host 2, and can be installed in other locations. The first display 3 can also be installed via a floating mechanism, which can move the first display 3 to float in two-dimensional plane or three-dimensional space to facilitate operation and use by doctors.

[0059] The second processor 21 of the ultrasound host 2 is connected to the second wireless communication component 22 and the first display 3.

[0060] The second wireless communication component 22 is used to receive ultrasound image data sent by the first wireless communication component 142. The second wireless communication component 22 is a Wi-Fi module in the 2.4G or 5GHz frequency band that is compatible with the first wireless communication component 142. The second processor 21 is used to transmit the received ultrasound image data to the first display 3, and the first display 3 displays ultrasound images based on the ultrasound image data.

[0061] In this embodiment, the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 and the ultrasound host 2 are independent of each other. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 is wirelessly connected to the ultrasound host 2, while the handle section 14 is not wired to the ultrasound host 2. The end of the handle section 14 furthest from the straight tube section 13 can be designed as a closed structure, without pre-drilled mounting holes for cable connection. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 forms an independent component, free from cable constraints, making it more convenient for doctors to operate.

[0062] In this embodiment of the ultrasonic laparoscopy, the wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe 1 has a first processor 141 and a first wireless communication component 142 in its handle section 14, and the ultrasound host 2 has a second processor 21 and a second wireless communication component 22 in its main unit. This allows the wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe 1 to communicate wirelessly with the ultrasound host 2 to transmit ultrasound detection commands and ultrasound image data to each other. The wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe 1 does not need to be connected to the ultrasound host 2 by a cable, which avoids the cable between the ultrasound probe and the ultrasound host 2 from getting tangled with the cables of other devices. The wireless laparoscopic ultrasound probe 1 has higher flexibility and freedom, which can improve the ease of use of the ultrasound probe and thus improve surgical efficiency.

[0063] In one embodiment, the first processor 141 wirelessly transmits echo data and ultrasound image data to the ultrasound host 2 simultaneously via the first wireless communication component 142, allowing the ultrasound host 2 to obtain more data for storage and processing, thereby obtaining a more accurate ultrasound image.

[0064] The second wireless communication component 22 is used to receive ultrasound image data and echo data transmitted by the first wireless communication component 142. The second processor 21 is used to transmit the received ultrasound image data to the first display 3. Alternatively, the second processor 21 calculates ultrasound image data from the received echo data and compares and shares the calculated ultrasound image data with the received ultrasound image data to obtain more accurate ultrasound image data. The second processor 21 can transmit the received or calculated ultrasound image data to the first display 3, and the first display 3 displays an ultrasound image based on the ultrasound image data.

[0065] In one embodiment, the first processor 141 does not process the echo data, but directly wirelessly transmits the echo data to the ultrasound host 2 via the first wireless communication component 142. The ultrasound host 2 processes the echo data to obtain ultrasound image data, which is then displayed on a monitor. This configuration simplifies the function of the first processor 141, enables the miniaturization and weight reduction of the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1, and reduces the heat generation of the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1.

[0066] The second wireless communication component 22 is used to receive echo data sent by the first wireless communication component 142. The second processor 21 calculates ultrasound image data from the received echo data and transmits the calculated ultrasound image data to the first display 3, which displays an ultrasound image based on the ultrasound image data.

[0067] In one embodiment, the first processor 141 has a preprocessing function, which can process the original first echo data to obtain second echo data. The preprocessing may include signal amplification, interference filtering, and analog-to-digital conversion. The first processor 141 wirelessly transmits the preprocessed second echo data to the ultrasound host 2 through the first wireless communication component 142. The preprocessed second echo data can improve the stability of wireless transmission, allowing the ultrasound host 2 to obtain more accurate echo data and calculate a more accurate ultrasound image.

[0068] The second wireless communication component 22 is used to receive the preprocessed second echo data sent by the first wireless communication component 142. The second processor 21 calculates the ultrasound image data from the received second echo data and transmits the calculated ultrasound image data to the first display 3, which displays the ultrasound image data.

[0069] Please refer to Figure 2 In one embodiment, based on any of the above embodiments, the wireless endoscopic ultrasound system further includes an endoscope device 4. The endoscope device 4 includes an endoscope host 41 and a second display 42. The endoscope host 41 is provided with a third processor 411 and a third wireless communication component 412. The third wireless communication component 412 is a Wi-Fi module with a frequency band of 2.4G or 5GHZ that is adapted to the second wireless communication component 22 and the first wireless communication component 142. The third wireless communication component 412 establishes a communication connection with at least one of the first wireless communication component 142 and the second wireless communication component 22.

[0070] The third processor 411 is signal-connected to the third wireless communication component 412 and the second display 42, respectively. The third processor 411 controls the third wireless communication component 412 to receive data transmitted by at least one of the first wireless communication component 142 and the second wireless communication component 22. For example, the third wireless communication component 412 may receive data transmitted by either the first wireless communication component 142 or the second wireless communication component 22, or it may simultaneously receive data transmitted by both the first wireless communication component 142 and the second wireless communication component 22. This data may be echo data, ultrasound image data, or a combination of echo data and ultrasound image data.

[0071] After acquiring the echo data, the third processor 411 processes the echo data to obtain ultrasound image data, and then sends the processed ultrasound image data to the second display 42 for display. Alternatively, after acquiring the ultrasound image data, the third processor 411 directly sends the ultrasound image data to the second display 42 for display. Or, after acquiring both the echo data and the ultrasound image data, the third processor 411 sends the ultrasound image data to the second display 42 for display, or it processes the echo data to obtain the ultrasound image data and then sends the processed ultrasound image data to the second display 42 for display.

[0072] In this embodiment, since the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 is a wireless communication device, it can transmit echo data and / or ultrasound image data to the ultrasound host 2 and the endoscopic host 41, so that the ultrasound images can be simultaneously displayed on the first display 3 and the second display 42, realizing multi-device display. Especially in the endoscopic operating room, by synchronizing the ultrasound images to the display of the endoscopic device other than the built-in display of the ultrasound host, doctors can view the ultrasound images on other displays, avoiding the ultrasound host's display being in an inconvenient viewing position. Furthermore, since the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 is a wireless communication device, it forms an unconstrained independent device, and will not be interfered with by the cables of other devices during scanning, which can improve the user experience and improve imaging efficiency.

[0073] In one embodiment, the endoscope host 41 may not include a third wireless communication component 412. The third processor 411 of the endoscope host 41 is connected to the second processor 21 via a wired connection. The second processor 21 may also send echo data and / or ultrasound image data to the third processor 411 via a wired connection. The third processor 411 may also send the acquired or processed ultrasound image data to the second display 42 to display the ultrasound image.

[0074] In one embodiment, the wireless endoscopic ultrasound system may not include the first display 3, and the ultrasound image can be displayed through the second display 42 or the display of other devices, which can also meet the needs of doctors to view ultrasound images in certain scenarios.

[0075] Please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, based on any of the above embodiments, the wireless endoscopic ultrasound system further includes a medical device 5, which can be a device with other detection functions, such as an insufflator.

[0076] The medical device 5 includes a medical host 51 and a third display 52. ​​The medical host 51 contains a fourth processor 511 and a fourth wireless communication component 512. The fourth processor 511 is signal-connected to both the fourth wireless communication component 512 and the third display 52. ​​The fourth wireless communication component 512 is used to receive data transmitted by at least one of the first wireless communication component 142, the second wireless communication component 22, and the third wireless communication component 412. For example, the fourth wireless communication component 512 receives data transmitted by the first wireless communication component 142, the second wireless communication component 22, or the third wireless communication component 412; alternatively, the fourth wireless communication component 512 receives data transmitted by any two of the first wireless communication component 142, the second wireless communication component 22, and the third wireless communication component 412; or alternatively, the fourth wireless communication component 512 receives data transmitted by all three of the first wireless communication component 142, the second wireless communication component 22, and the third wireless communication component 412. This data can be echo data, ultrasound image data, or a combination of echo data and ultrasound image data.

[0077] The fourth processor 511 is used to transmit ultrasound image data to the third display 52 for displaying the ultrasound image. The fourth wireless communication component 512 is a Wi-Fi module in the 2.4G or 5GHz frequency band, adapted to the second wireless communication component 22 and the first wireless communication component 142.

[0078] After acquiring the echo data, the fourth processor 511 processes the echo data to obtain ultrasound image data, and then sends the processed ultrasound image data to the third display 52 for display. Alternatively, after acquiring the ultrasound image data, the fourth processor 511 directly sends the ultrasound image data to the third display 52 for display. Or, after acquiring both the echo data and the ultrasound image data, the fourth processor 511 sends the ultrasound image data to the third display 52 for display, or it processes the echo data to obtain the ultrasound image data and then sends the processed ultrasound image data to the third display 52 for display.

[0079] The fourth wireless communication component 512 can be configured to prioritize receiving ultrasound image data sent by the first wireless communication component 142, thereby reducing the transmission path of the ultrasound image data and ensuring image clarity and accuracy. Alternatively, when the first wireless communication component 142 sends echo data, the fourth wireless communication component 512 can prioritize receiving ultrasound image data sent by the second wireless communication component 22.

[0080] The third display 52 of the medical device 5 can also serve as an auxiliary display in the operating room. When it is necessary to display ultrasound images, it can assist in displaying ultrasound images so that more doctors can see the ultrasound images. The third display 52 itself is also used to display images and data related to the medical device 5.

[0081] In one embodiment, the medical host 51 may not include a fourth wireless communication component 512. The fourth processor 511 of the medical host 51 is connected via a wired connection to at least one of the second processor 21 and the third processor 411. At least one of the second processor 21 and the third processor 411 may also transmit echo data and / or ultrasound image data to the fourth processor 511 via a wired connection. The fourth processor 511 may also transmit the acquired or processed ultrasound image data to the third display 52 for displaying the ultrasound image.

[0082] Please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 6 In one embodiment, based on any of the above embodiments, the wireless endoscopic ultrasound system further includes one or more fourth displays 6.

[0083] The fourth display 6 is an independent display component. The fourth display 6 can be connected to at least one of the ultrasound host 2, the endoscope host 41 and the medical host 51 via a wired connection. That is, the fourth display 6 can be connected to at least one of the second processor 21, the third processor 411 or the fourth processor 511. At least one of the second processor 21, the third processor 411 or the fourth processor 511 can send ultrasound image data to the fourth display 6 to display the ultrasound image.

[0084] The fourth monitor 6 further enhances the display of ultrasound images. Since the fourth monitor 6 is an independent device, it can be installed in areas not covered by other monitors, allowing doctors to view ultrasound images from angles that are inconvenient to view other monitors, thus further facilitating the viewing of ultrasound images.

[0085] In one embodiment, multiple fourth displays 6 can be located at different positions in the operating room, and the installation of multiple fourth displays 6 is staggered from the first display 3, the second display 42 and the third display 52, so that doctors can find a suitable display to view ultrasound images from different positions, which is convenient for doctors to perform surgery.

[0086] In one embodiment, the outer shell of the handle segment 14 can be made of a material with good wireless signal penetration, such as plastic. This design avoids the outer shell of the handle segment 14 from affecting wireless communication transmission, thereby improving the wireless communication quality between the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 and the ultrasound host 2.

[0087] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the first wireless communication component 142 is exposed on the outer surface of the handle segment 14's housing. For example, the antenna portion of the first wireless communication component 142 used for transmitting signals is entirely exposed on the outer surface of the handle segment 14's housing. This arrangement allows the first wireless communication component 142 to directly transmit and receive wireless signals without interference from the handle segment 14's housing, thus improving wireless communication quality. Furthermore, in this structure, the handle segment 14's housing can also be made of a material with high thermal conductivity, such as metal, to improve the heat dissipation of the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 and enhance the doctor's grip.

[0088] In one embodiment, the outer surface of the handle segment 14's outer shell can be provided with an auxiliary communication component. For example, a wireless communication antenna can be embedded in the outer surface of the handle segment 14's outer shell as an auxiliary communication component. The wireless communication antenna is part of the first wireless communication component 142, or the wireless communication antenna is electrically connected to the first wireless communication component 142. This configuration allows the first wireless communication component 142 to directly transmit and receive wireless signals without interference from the handle segment 14's outer shell, thus improving wireless communication quality. Furthermore, in this structure, the handle segment 14's outer shell can also be made of a material with high thermal conductivity, such as metal, to improve the heat dissipation of the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 and enhance the doctor's grip.

[0089] Please refer to Figure 7In one embodiment, the outer surface of the handle segment 14 is provided with a heat dissipation part 143. The heat dissipation part 143 is used to increase the area of ​​the outer surface of the handle segment 14, thereby increasing the heat dissipation area of ​​the handle segment 14 and improving the heat dissipation effect of the handle segment 14. This ensures that wireless communication and data processing are within a suitable and normal temperature range, so as to ensure the quality and clarity of the ultrasound image.

[0090] The heat dissipation section 143 can be a grid-like or fin-like structure, or it can be one or more of heat dissipation bars, heat dissipation fins, and heat dissipation grooves, including but not limited to. Multiple heat dissipation sections 143 can also be provided, for example, evenly distributed in an annular area, which can further increase the heat dissipation area.

[0091] In other embodiments, the handle section 14 may also be provided with an active heat dissipation component, such as liquid cooling or air cooling, which can also improve the heat dissipation effect of the handle section 14.

[0092] Please refer to Figure 8 In one embodiment, a heat insulation component 15 is provided at the connection between the handle section 14 and the straight pipe section 13. The heat insulation component is used to block the heat transfer between the handle section 14 and the straight pipe section 13, so as to block the heat in the handle section 14 from being transferred to the straight pipe section 13, thereby preventing the heat from being transferred to the patient and ensuring the patient's comfort during examination and surgery.

[0093] The heat insulation element 15 may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following: heat insulation ring, heat insulation film, and heat insulation sleeve. The heat insulation element 15 is made of a material with poor thermal conductivity, such as plastic, asbestos, or ceramic.

[0094] Please refer to Figure 9 In one embodiment, the handle section 14 is further provided with a power storage component 144, which can be a power storage battery. The power storage component 144 is electrically connected to the first processor 141. The power storage component 144 is used to provide power to the entire wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 so that the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 can transmit and receive ultrasound waves, process echo data, and wirelessly transmit echo data and / or ultrasound image data.

[0095] The handle section 14 may also be provided with a charging component 145. The charging component 145 may include one or both of a wired charging port and a wireless charging module. The charging component 145 is electrically connected to the power storage component 144 or the first processor 141. The charging component 145 is used to replenish the power of the charging component 145 and improve the battery life of the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1.

[0096] Please refer to Figures 1 to 9In one embodiment, a wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe is provided. This wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe includes the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe 1 as described in any of the above embodiments. The specific structure of this wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe will not be described in detail. This wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe can be used in conjunction with an ultrasound host 2, and it can also be used in conjunction with other devices.

[0097] The above-described specific examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this invention. Those skilled in the art can make various simple deductions, modifications, or substitutions based on the concept of this invention.

Claims

1. A wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe, characterized in that, It includes a head section, a curved section, a straight section, and a handle section connected in sequence; The acoustic head section is used to emit ultrasonic waves and receive ultrasonic echoes, and to generate echo data; The curved section is used for bending and oscillating; The handle section is used for doctors to hold and operate the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe. The handle section is equipped with a first processor and a first wireless communication component. The first processor is signal-connected to the head section and the first wireless communication component, respectively. The first processor is used to receive the echo data and control the first wireless communication component to wirelessly transmit the echo data. And / or, the first processor is used to receive the echo data, process the echo data to obtain ultrasound image data, and control the first wireless communication component to wirelessly transmit the ultrasound image data.

2. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the handle section away from the straight pipe section is a closed structure.

3. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer side of the handle section is provided with a heat dissipation part.

4. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The heat dissipation component includes one or more of the following: heat dissipation bars, heat dissipation fins, and heat dissipation grooves.

5. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A heat insulation component is provided at the connection between the handle section and the straight pipe section.

6. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The heat insulation component includes one or more of the following: heat insulation ring, heat insulation film, and heat insulation sleeve.

7. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The handle section is provided with a power storage component, which is electrically connected to the first processor; and / or, the handle section is also provided with a wired charging port and / or a wireless charging module electrically connected to the first processor.

8. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 1, characterized in that, At least a portion of the first wireless communication component is exposed outside the housing of the handle segment.

9. The wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer shell of the handle section is provided with an auxiliary communication component, which is electrically connected to the first wireless communication component inside the handle section.

10. A wireless endoscopic ultrasound system, characterized in that, Including the wireless endoscopic ultrasound probe as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

Images