Detachable handle of endoscope transfer trolley

Abstract

The application relates to the field of medical devices, and discloses a detachable handle of an endoscope transfer trolley, which comprises one or more clamping jaws and a crossbar, the fixed end of the clamping jaw is connected with the crossbar perpendicularly, the clamping jaw end of the clamping jaw perpendicularly grips a push rod or two side supporting rods of the endoscope transfer trolley to provide stable clamping in use, the crossbar is parallel with the push rod, and the included angle between the clamping jaw and a horizontal plane ranges from 30 DEG to 90 DEG. The application facilitates nurses to grip the endoscope transfer trolley when the nurses take the contaminated endoscope and then transfer the endoscope, and reduces contamination and glove replacement.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of medical device technology, and more specifically to a detachable handle for an endoscope transport cart. Background Technology

[0002] This section is intended to provide background or context for the embodiments of this application as set forth in the claims. The description herein is not intended to imply that it is prior art that has been disclosed, simply because it is included in this section.

[0003] An endoscope transport vehicle is a specialized transport vehicle used in endoscopy centers (equipment used for transporting endoscopes within medical institutions). Its main function is to facilitate the safe and convenient handling of endoscopes, typically transporting them between the examination room and the disinfection room.

[0004] Endoscope transport carts typically have a 2-3 layer tray design. The upper tray is used to store clean endoscopes, and the lower tray is used to store contaminated endoscopes. The top push rod connects to the trays, and these push rods are generally U-shaped.

[0005] Typically, after an endoscopy, the nurse removes the contaminated endoscope and places it on the bottom tray of the transport cart. Then, after changing clean gloves, the nurse pushes the cart to the endoscope cleaning room, removes the contaminated endoscope, places it in the cleaning tank, changes clean gloves again, removes the clean endoscope, places it on the top tray of the transport cart, and then pushes the cart back to the examination room. This process requires changing gloves twice, and there are even instances of improper procedures reducing the number of glove changes, which can easily contaminate the clean endoscope and harm the patient. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this application is to provide a detachable handle for an endoscope transport cart, which facilitates nurses' gripping of the cart when transporting contaminated endoscopes, thereby reducing contamination and the need for glove changes.

[0007] This application discloses a detachable handle for an endoscope transport cart, including one or more grippers and a crossbar. The fixed end of the gripper is vertically connected to the crossbar. In use, the gripper end of the gripper vertically grips the push rod or the two side support rods of the endoscope transport cart to provide stable clamping. The crossbar is parallel to the push rod, and the angle between the gripper and the horizontal plane ranges from 30° to 90°.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the gripper includes a spring gripper, a screw-fixed gripper, or a snap-on gripper.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the gripper is a spring gripper, the gripper end of the spring gripper is a symmetrical two-sided clamp, the lower end of the clamp is a clamping component, the upper end is a hand gripping component, and there is a connecting hole at the connection between the upper and lower ends. The spring passes through the connecting hole to make the two-sided clamps close together, and at the same time to make the two hand gripping components spread to the sides, so that the two clamping components move closer to the middle and are fixed to the crossbar.

[0010] Alternatively, the clamping claw may be a screw-fixing clamping claw, the clamping claw end of which includes an I-shaped component, the upper middle of which has a vertical through hole, through which a screw passes to fix the I-shaped component to the crossbar.

[0011] Alternatively, the gripper may be a screw-fixed gripper, with the lower end of the gripper end divided into two parts, the inner sides of the two parts being symmetrical arcs, and a screw for controlling the merging and separating of the two parts being provided above the arcs.

[0012] Alternatively, the clamping claw may be a snap-on type clamping claw, the clamping end of which includes an annular fixing member with a gap and through holes on both sides of the gap edge. One end of the snap-on type clamping claw passes through the through hole and is fitted with an upper limit structure, while the other end is a pressing structure. The pressing structure, in conjunction with the limiting structure, fixes the annular fixing member to the crossbar.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the crossbar is less than or equal to the length of the push rod, and the diameter of the crossbar is less than or equal to the diameter of the push rod.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the length of the crossbar is 10-18 cm, and the length of the supporting portion of the gripper is 5-15 cm.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment, the number of grippers is one, and the fixed end of the gripper is located at the midpoint of the crossbar.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, there are multiple grippers arranged side by side and symmetrical about the vertical line containing the midpoint of the crossbar.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment, the number of grippers is two, one gripper gripping the push rod and the other gripping the support rod on one side.

[0018] In a preferred embodiment, the grippers are red.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment, the inner side of the gripper includes an anti-slip pad.

[0020] In a preferred embodiment, the detachable handle is made of stainless steel with a powder-coated finish, which has corrosion-resistant and water-repellent properties.

[0021] The main differences and effects of the implementation method of this application compared with the prior art are as follows:

[0022] This application facilitates nurses' gripping of the endoscope transport cart when transporting contaminated endoscopes, reducing contamination and the need for glove changes, thereby reducing costs and increasing efficiency while avoiding contamination.

[0023] Furthermore, this application is easy to install and disassemble, flexible in use, easy to clean, and suitable for various models of endoscope transport carts. It does not require additional design changes to the endoscope transport cart and has low operating costs.

[0024] Furthermore, this application can improve the work efficiency of nurses.

[0025] It should be understood that, within the scope of this application, the above-described technical features of this application and the technical features specifically described below (such as in the embodiments) can be combined with each other to form new or preferred technical solutions. Due to space limitations, they will not be described in detail here. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application 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 this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an endoscope transport cart and a detachable handle according to one embodiment of this application. Figure 1 (a) shows a detachable handle with a gripper holding the push rod. Figure 1 (b) shows a detachable handle with two grippers holding the push rod. Figure 1 (c) shows a detachable handle with two grippers gripping the support rods on both sides. Figure 1 (d) shows a gripper holding a push rod and a gripper holding a detachable handle on a single-sided support rod.

[0028] Figure 2 This is a side view of an endoscope transport cart with a detachable handle according to one embodiment of this application. Figure 2 (a) shows a detachable handle with the gripper holding the push rod at a 90° angle. Figure 2 (b) shows a detachable handle with the gripper parallel to the support rod. Figure 2 (c) shows the detachable handle of the gripper holding the support rod. Figure 2 (d) shows a gripper holding a push rod and a gripper holding a detachable handle on a single-sided support rod.

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the gripper according to one embodiment of this application. Figure 3 (a) shows a schematic diagram of a spring gripper according to one embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 (b) shows a schematic diagram of a screw-fixing gripper according to one embodiment of the present application. Figure 3(c) shows a schematic diagram of a screw-fixing gripper according to one embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 (d) shows a schematic diagram of a snap-fit ​​gripper according to one embodiment of the present application.

[0030] The labels in each of the attached figures are as follows:

[0031] 1- Gripper;

[0032] 2-Crossbar;

[0033] 3-Pusher;

[0034] 4-Support rod. Detailed Implementation

[0035] In the following description, many technical details are presented to help the reader better understand this application. However, those skilled in the art will understand that the technical solutions claimed in this application can be implemented even without these technical details and various variations and modifications based on the following embodiments.

[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0037] This application discloses a detachable handle for an endoscope transport cart, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the device includes one or more grippers 1 and a crossbar 2. The fixed end of the gripper 1 is perpendicularly connected to the crossbar 2. During use, the gripper end of the gripper 1 vertically grips the push rod 3 or the two side support rods 4 of the endoscope transfer cart to provide stable clamping. The crossbar 2 is parallel to the push rod 3. The angle between the gripper 1 and the horizontal plane ranges from 30° to 90°. The angle limit between the gripper 1 and the horizontal plane is designed to ensure sufficient friction at the gripper end when the angle is larger, thereby improving the gripping firmness.

[0038] When not in use, the detachable handle can be removed and stored separately. Because this application allows for flexible installation, removal, and cleaning, it is more convenient and less costly than designs that add fixing components to endoscope transport carts.

[0039] In one embodiment, the gripper 1 includes a spring gripper, a screw-fixed gripper, or a snap-on gripper. The gripper 1 is used to firmly grip the push rod 3 or the two side support rods 4 to prevent the gripper end from rotating or moving when the crossbar 2 is pushed, which would reduce the effectiveness of pushing the endoscope transport cart with the crossbar 2.

[0040] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3As shown in (a), the gripper 1 is a spring gripper. The gripper ends of the spring gripper are symmetrical two-sided clamps. The lower end of the clamp is a clamping component, and the upper end is a hand gripping component. There is a connecting hole at the connection between the upper and lower ends. The spring passes through the connecting hole to make the two clamps merge together, and at the same time, it makes the two hand gripping components spread to the sides, so that the two clamping components move closer to the middle and are fixed to the crossbar.

[0041] Or such as Figure 3 As shown in (b), the gripper 1 is a screw-fixing gripper. The gripper end of the screw-fixing gripper includes an I-shaped component. The upper middle part of the I-shaped component has a vertical through hole. The screw passes through the vertical through hole to fix the I-shaped component to the crossbar.

[0042] Or such as Figure 3 As shown in (c), the gripper 1 is a screw-fixed gripper. The lower end of the gripper end of the gripper 1 is divided into two parts. The inner sides of the two parts are symmetrical arcs. The upper part of the arcs is provided with screws to control the merging and separation of the two parts.

[0043] Or such as Figure 3 As shown in (d), the clamp 1 is a snap-on clamp. The clamp end of the snap-on clamp includes an annular fixing member. The annular fixing member has a gap and through holes on both sides of the gap edge. One end of the snap passes through the through hole and is fitted with an upper limit structure. The other end is a pressing structure. The pressing structure, together with the limiting structure, fixes the annular fixing member to the crossbar.

[0044] In one embodiment, the length of the crossbar 2 is less than or equal to the length of the push rod 3, and the diameter of the crossbar 2 is less than or equal to the diameter of the push rod 3.

[0045] In one embodiment, the length of the crossbar 2 is 10-18cm, and the length of the supporting part of the gripper 1 is 5-15cm.

[0046] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown in (a), there is one gripper 1, and the fixed end of the gripper 1 is located at the midpoint of the crossbar 2.

[0047] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown in (a), there is one gripper 1, the fixed end of the gripper 1 is located at the midpoint of the crossbar 2, and the angle between the gripper 1 and the horizontal plane is 90°.

[0048] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown in (b), there is one gripper 1. The fixed end of the gripper 1 is located at the midpoint of the crossbar 2. The angle between the gripper 1 and the support rod 4 and the horizontal plane is 30°. The gripper 1 and the support rod 4 are parallel.

[0049] In one embodiment, there are multiple grippers 1 arranged side by side and symmetrical about the vertical line where the midpoint of the crossbar 2 is located.

[0050] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown in (b), there are two grippers 1 arranged side by side. The grippers 1 grasp the push rod 3 and are symmetrical about the vertical line where the midpoint of the crossbar 2 is located. The multiple grippers 1 increase friction and improve the grip strength, making it easier to push the endoscope transport cart with the crossbar 2.

[0051] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown in (c), there are two grippers 1, which are arranged side by side. The grippers 1 grasp the support rods 4 on both sides and are symmetrical about the vertical line where the midpoint of the crossbar 2 is located.

[0052] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown in (c), the number of grippers 1 is one or two, and grippers 1 grip one side support rod 4 or both sides support rod 4.

[0053] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 (d) in the middle and Figure 2 As shown in (d), there are two grippers 1, one gripper 1 gripping the push rod 3 and the other gripper 1 gripping the support rod 4 on one side. The two grippers 1 grip at different angles, further enhancing the grip strength and facilitating the movement of the endoscope cart by the crossbar 2. This design can be customized for the angles of the push rod 3 and support rod 4 of the endoscope cart, or the fixed ends of the grippers 1 and the crossbar 2 can be rotated to adjust the angle.

[0054] In one embodiment, the number of grippers 1 is greater than two, with one gripper 1 gripping the push rod 3, another gripper 1 gripping the support rod 4 on one side, and the remaining grippers 1 parallel to either of the first two grippers 1.

[0055] In one embodiment, both ends of the gripper 1 are gripper ends, which are connected to the crossbar 2 and the push rod 3 respectively. This design further enhances flexibility.

[0056] In one embodiment, the gripper 1 is red. The red color serves to enhance the warning effect, indicating that the detachable handle is a contaminated handle.

[0057] In one embodiment, the inner side of the gripper 1 includes an anti-slip pad. The anti-slip pad is used to enhance friction.

[0058] In one embodiment, the detachable handle is made of stainless steel with a powder-coated finish, which is corrosion-resistant and water-repellent.

[0059] In one embodiment, the method used in this application is as follows:

[0060] Before opening for the clinic each day, attach the cleaned, disinfected contaminated handle to the push rod 3 of the transport cart (push rod 3 or its support rod 4). After the endoscopy, the nurse removes the contaminated endoscope and places it on the bottom tray of the transport cart. Without changing gloves, the nurse pushes the cart (holding the red contaminated handle) to the endoscopy cleaning room, removes the contaminated endoscope and places it in the cleaning tank. After changing clean gloves, the nurse places the clean endoscope on the upper tray of the transport cart and pushes the cart back to the clinic (holding the push rod 3). After the clinic closes each day, remove the contaminated handle, soak it in disinfectant, and then remove it for later use.

[0061] Expected results: 1. Avoid contamination: Avoid secondary contamination of the endoscope and reduce the risk of infection for patients.

[0062] 2. Cost reduction: Based on the calculations of this endoscopy center, with approximately 150 patients per day, 150 pairs of gloves can be saved per day, and 4,500 pairs of gloves can be saved per month.

[0063] 3. Increase efficiency: Avoid frequent glove changes and improve nurses' work efficiency.

[0064] It should be noted that in the claims and specification of this patent, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one" does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0065] All references to this application are incorporated herein by reference as if each reference were individually incorporated herein by reference. Furthermore, it should be understood that after reading the foregoing teachings of this application, those skilled in the art can make various alterations or modifications to this application, and these equivalent forms also fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A detachable handle for an endoscope transport cart, characterized in that, It includes one or more grippers (1) and a crossbar (2). The fixed end of the gripper (1) is perpendicularly connected to the crossbar (2). In use, the gripper end of the gripper (1) grips the push rod (3) or the two side support rods (4) of the endoscope transport cart vertically to provide stable clamping. The crossbar (2) is parallel to the push rod (3). The angle between the gripper (1) and the horizontal plane ranges from 30° to 90°.

2. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The gripper (1) includes a spring gripper, a screw-fixed gripper, or a snap-on gripper.

3. The detachable handle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The gripper (1) is a spring gripper. The gripper ends of the spring gripper are symmetrical two-sided clamps. The lower end of the clamp is a clamping component, and the upper end is a hand gripping component. There is a connecting hole at the connection between the upper and lower ends. The spring passes through the connecting hole to make the two clamps close together, and at the same time, it makes the two hand gripping components spread to the sides. Alternatively, the clamp (1) may be a screw-fixing clamp, the clamp end of which includes an I-shaped component, the upper middle of which has a vertical through hole, and the screw passes through the vertical through hole to fix the I-shaped component to the crossbar. Or the gripper (1) is a screw-fixed gripper, the lower end of the gripper end of the gripper is divided into two parts, the inner sides of the two parts are symmetrical arcs, and the upper part of the arc is provided with a screw to control the merging and separating of the two parts; Alternatively, the clamp (1) may be a snap-on clamp, wherein the clamp end of the snap-on clamp includes an annular fixing member, the annular fixing member has a gap, and there are through holes on both sides of the gap edge. One end of the snap passes through the through hole and is fitted with an upper limit structure, and the other end is a pressing structure.

4. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length of the crossbar (2) is 10-18cm, and the length of the supporting part of the gripper (1) is 5-15cm.

5. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of grippers (1) is one, and the fixed end of the gripper (1) is located at the midpoint of the crossbar (2).

6. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of grippers (1) is multiple, and the multiple grippers (1) are arranged side by side and symmetrical about the vertical line where the midpoint of the crossbar (2) is located.

7. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of grippers (1) is two, one gripper (1) grips the push rod (3), and the other gripper (1) grips the support rod (4) on one side.

8. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The gripper (1) is red.

9. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner side of the gripper (1) includes an anti-slip pad.

10. The detachable handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detachable handle is made of stainless steel with powder coating, which has the characteristics of corrosion resistance and water resistance.

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