Medical document fastening device

Abstract

A medical document fastening device for a medical sterilization container (10), characterized by a sterilization container lid (14, 72) having an upper side (24) and at least one document holder (20, 74) comprising a first fastening section (48) and a second fastening section (50) spaced therefrom, as well as a clamping section (46) arranged between the first fastening section (48) and the second fastening section (50). When the document holder (20, 74) is connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72), the first fastening section (48) and the second fastening section (50) are fixed to the sterilization container lid (14, 72), and a document receptacle (66) is arranged between the clamping section (46) and the upper side (24) of the sterilization container lid (14, 72), in which document receptacle a document (22) can be clamped to the upper side (24) by means of the clamping section (46).

Description

[0001] The invention relates to a medical document fastening device for a medical sterilization container.

[0002] Medical sterilization containers are used for sterilizing items to be sterilized, such as surgical instruments. The items to be sterilized are arranged loose or in a medical mesh basket in a receiving space of the sterilization container, which is formed by a sterilization container tray and a sterilization container lid. To identify the items to be sterilized, it is known to provide a small receptacle on the sterilization container tray into which a small sign or label containing information about the items to be sterilized can be inserted. Other sterilization containers include, on the front side, a handle element and a closure element for closing the sterilization container lid on the sterilization container tray, as well as a holder for clamping a small label.In other sterilization containers, small labels are attached to a handle element of the sterilization container by means of a ribbon. Furthermore, it is known to provide information regarding the sterilized item on a seal that is used when sealing the sterilization container. A disadvantage of these known solutions is the handling of the small labels or the seal. Furthermore, these known solutions only allow for a limited amount of information regarding the sterilized item to be attached to the sterilization container.

[0003] The object of the present invention is to provide a medical document fastening device for a medical sterilization container which can be handled in a simple manner.

[0004] This object is achieved according to the invention by a medical document fastening device for a medical sterilization container, which is characterized by a sterilization container lid having an upper side and at least one document holder which comprises a first fastening section and a second fastening section spaced therefrom, as well as a clamping section arranged between the first fastening section and the second fastening section, wherein when the document holder is connected to the sterilization container lid, the first fastening section and the second fastening section are fixed to the sterilization container lid and wherein a document holder is arranged between the clamping section and the upper side of the sterilization container lid, in which document holder a document can be clamped to the upper side by means of the clamping section.

[0005] With the document fastening device according to the invention, a document comprising information about the sterilization container or sterilizable items contained therein can be attached in a user-friendly manner to an upper side of the sterilization container lid. "Upper side" is to be understood here as referring to a use position of the sterilization container lid, in which it is placed as intended on a sterilization container tray of the sterilization container. To fasten the document, at least one document holder is provided with two spaced-apart fastening sections, which are connected to the sterilization container lid when used as intended. The clamping section is present between the fastening sections, with a document receptacle being formed between the clamping section and the upper side.The document to be secured can be inserted into the document holder and clamped onto the top surface using the clamping section. The document holder makes it possible to attach even large documents, such as DIN A4 format, to the top of the sterilization container lid. Such documents can contain extensive information for detailed labeling of the item being sterilized and / or the sterilization container. Documents arranged on the top of the sterilization container lid are spatially separated from functional elements such as handles or locking elements of the sterilization container. This facilitates the attachment of documents without impairing the handling of the other functional elements.

[0006] It is advantageous if the clamping section comprises a flat clamping element for contacting the document over its entire surface. This flat clamping allows the document to be secured more reliably. The flat clamping element, for example, has an extension of at least 3 millimeters, preferably at least 5 millimeters, and even more preferably at least 10 millimeters in at least one spatial direction. Such a clamping element can be manufactured, for example, in strip-like or band-like form, for example from a flat material.

[0007] It is advantageous if the clamping section comprises a clamping element arranged at a distance from the upper side, and if at least one spacer element is arranged on the clamping element, via which the clamping element is supported on the upper side. The document holder can be formed with a defined size between the clamping section and the upper side, whereby the distance of the clamping section from the upper side allows the document to be secured to be inserted into or removed from the document holder more easily.

[0008] Preferably, the at least one spacer element is designed as a tongue that protrudes resiliently from the clamping element. For example, the at least one spacer element is formed integrally with the clamping element, and in particular, it can be designed to protrude from a plane defined by the clamping element. For this purpose, the at least one spacer element can be punched out of the clamping element and bent relative to it.

[0009] It is advantageous to provide two spacer elements that rest on or near opposite edge portions of an edge of the sterilization container lid on the top side, and to arrange the document holder between the spacer elements. This allows for the formation of a relatively large document holder that extends from or near one edge portion to or near an opposite edge portion.

[0010] The clamping section is advantageously designed to be straight, for example by manufacturing the document holder from an elongated material, for example a flat material.

[0011] In practice, it proves to be advantageous if the first fastening section and / or the second fastening section are end sections of the document holder.

[0012] When used as intended, the document holder is connected to the sterilization container lid, with the document holder and the sterilization container lid comprising cooperating fastening elements. The fastening elements can be force-fitting, form-fitting, and / or material-fitting.

[0013] For example, it is advantageous if at least one of the fastening sections engages with the sterilization container lid in a force-locking and / or positive engagement. In particular, a locking or clamping engagement can be provided, with at least one of the fastening sections encompassing or engaging behind the sterilization container lid.

[0014] Preferably, at least one of the fastening sections is detachably connected to the sterilization container lid. This makes it possible to expand the document holder for easier removal or attachment of the document. In particular, both fastening sections, and thus the document holder as a whole, can be detachably connected to the sterilization container lid. This allows the document holder to be attached to the sterilization container lid only when needed, when a document needs to be attached. Otherwise, the document holder can be detached from the sterilization container lid and stored separately.

[0015] In another advantageous embodiment of the medical document fastening device, it proves to be advantageous if at least one of the fastening sections is non-detachably connected to the sterilization container lid.

[0016] In particular, it can be provided that at least one of the fastening sections is connected in one piece to the sterilization container lid, for example via a film hinge that enables the document holder to be pivoted relative to the sterilization container lid.

[0017] Overall, it is advantageous if at least one of the fastening sections on the sterilization container lid is pivotally mounted and can be moved from a release position, in which the other fastening section is not connected to the sterilization container lid, to a closed position, in which the other fastening section is connected to the sterilization container lid. This allows the document holder to be expanded, so that the document can be inserted into or removed from the document holder more easily. For pivotal mounting, the fastening section and the sterilization container lid can comprise or form interacting bearing elements.

[0018] The pivot axis runs, for example, parallel to a plane defined by the top of the sterilization container lid and can in particular be aligned horizontally, based on the intended use of the sterilization container lid on the sterilization container.

[0019] It is advantageous if the sterilization container lid has a rim and if the first fastening section and / or the second fastening section are connected to the rim. Attaching the document holder to the rim makes it possible to eliminate fastening elements on a ceiling wall surrounding the top of the sterilization container lid and to give the sterilization container lid a simpler design. For example, the first and / or second fastening section are in clamping engagement with the rim.

[0020] Advantageously, the clamping section extends across the top side from a first edge section to a second edge section of the edge opposite the first edge section. This allows for the largest possible document receptacle to be formed between the clamping section and the top side.

[0021] It proves advantageous if the sterilization container lid comprises a top wall from which the rim protrudes at an angle, and if the first fastening section and / or the second fastening section are connected to the side of the rim facing away from the top wall and are supported thereon against movement towards the top wall. Such a sterilization container lid is, for example, a so-called "snap-on lid" that can be slipped over a sterilization container trough of the sterilization container. In this embodiment, the rim on the side facing away from the top wall can have a free edge that interacts with the first and / or the second fastening section. For example, the first and / or the second fastening section can engage around or behind the free edge. Separate fastening elements on the sterilization container lid can be eliminated in this way.By supporting the document holder against movement toward the ceiling wall, it can be easily and reliably clamped to the sterilization container lid. One of the fastening sections can also be firmly connected to the side of the edge facing away from the ceiling wall, for example, pivoted to it. This allows the document holder to be pivoted across the top to expand the document holder for easier attachment or removal of the document.

[0022] Advantageously, the first fastening section and / or the second fastening section are at least partially located on the outside of the edge.

[0023] This reduces the likelihood of a user inadvertently contacting the document holder and detaching it from the sterilization container lid.

[0024] The edge can be provided with at least one recess into which a fastening section attached to the edge extends. In particular, it is conceivable for the recess to be complementary to the fastening section, so that the fastening section arranged in the recess is otherwise flush with the edge. This can largely prevent the user from inadvertently detaching the document holder from the sterilization container lid.

[0025] In a structurally simple design of the document holder, it is advantageous if at least one of the fastening sections is aligned at an angle to the clamping section, preferably if both fastening sections are aligned at an angle to the clamping section. In the latter case, the angles are advantageously equal in magnitude. By angling one of the fastening sections relative to the clamping section, for example, a document holder can be formed that can be structurally easily connected to a sterilization container lid having a top wall and a rim projecting therefrom, as explained above.

[0026] The document holder, in particular the last-described embodiment, can have a U-shaped configuration, wherein the fastening sections form the “legs” of the U.

[0027] When implementing the document fastening device in practice, it is advantageous if the angle is greater than 90°. For example, the angle is approximately 95° to approximately 100°.

[0028] Preferably, the at least one fastening section angled relative to the clamping section is connected to the sterilization container lid on the side facing away from the clamping section. For example, the fastening section is in clamping engagement with the sterilization container lid, wherein it can, in particular, encompass or engage behind an edge of the sterilization container lid. It is also conceivable for the fastening section to be pivotably mounted on the sterilization container lid, in particular on its edge.

[0029] It can be provided that the document holder is rounded in the area of ​​the bend of the clamping section and the at least one fastening section and can thus be adapted to a rounded contour of the sterilization container lid, which is rounded in the transition from a ceiling wall to an edge.

[0030] The above description thus particularly comprises a preferred embodiment of the document fastening device according to the invention with a document holder which is advantageously designed in the shape of a bow with a central part forming the clamping section and two legs aligned at an angle to this, each forming a fastening section, wherein the legs are particularly preferably connected at the end to an edge of the sterilization container lid, for example by clamping engagement or pivotable mounting.

[0031] It is advantageous if the at least one document holder is designed symmetrically or substantially symmetrically with respect to a plane of symmetry that coincides with a central longitudinal plane of the sterilization container lid when the document holder is connected. This allows the document holder to be connected to the sterilization container lid in two different orientations, thus facilitating the handling of the document fastening device.

[0032] Handling is further advantageously facilitated by the fact that the at least one document holder is designed to be deformable, in particular elastically deformable. This makes it easier to detach the document holder from the sterilization container lid and / or to connect it to it.

[0033] It has already been mentioned that the at least one document holder can be made of a flat material, whereby the document holder itself can also be made of a flat material. The use of a flat material enables cost-effective production of the document holder, which can also be designed to be deformable in a structurally simple manner. The aforementioned flat clamping element of the clamping section can also be manufactured in a structurally simple manner.

[0034] For example, the document holder consists of or is made from a band-shaped or strip-shaped flat material.

[0035] Cost-effective production is also made possible by the fact that at least one document holder is formed in one piece.

[0036] Preferably, the at least one document holder is made of a sterilizable material.

[0037] The at least one document holder can be made at least partially of metal. For example, the document holder is made entirely of metal, preferably of a flat metallic material that is advantageously elastically deformable.

[0038] The at least one document holder can also be made at least partially or completely of plastic, for example polyphenylsulfone (PPSU).

[0039] It is advantageous if the at least one document holder comprises or forms a marking area which contains information relating to the sterilization container and / or the items to be sterilized held therein. The at least one document holder can therefore comprise data itself and beyond the document. For example, the marking area comprises a section of the clamping section on which information is stored. The marking area can be permanently or temporarily marked with non-changeable or changeable information. The information is preferably stored on the marking area in an optically readable manner so that it can be easily detected by a user. For example, a sticker is affixed to the marking area on the document holder. The document holder can also be embossed on the marking area.The marking area can be marked manually with a pen or mechanically, such as using a laser. It is also conceivable to design the document holder as a marking carrier. For example, the document holder can be colored, and the document fastening device can include differently colored document holders, depending on the type of sterilization container or the items being sterilized.

[0040] An advantageous embodiment of the document fastening device according to the invention comprises more than one document holder. In particular, it is possible for more than one document holder to be connected to the sterilization container lid for clamping the document.

[0041] The following description of a preferred embodiment of the invention, in conjunction with the drawings, serves to explain the invention in more detail. They show: Fig. 1: A perspective view of a medical sterilization container having a first preferred embodiment of a document fastening device according to the invention comprising a sterilization container lid and a document holder, as well as a document fastened to the sterilization container lid; Fig. 2: A perspective view of the document holder from Fig. 1; Fig. 3: An enlarged partial view of the document holder from Fig. 1; Fig. 4: A sectional view (partial) in the area of ​​section A of the sterilization container from Fig. 1 and Fig. 5: A representation corresponding Fig. 4, wherein the sterilization container comprises a second preferred embodiment of a document fastening device according to the invention, the document holder of which assumes a release position relative to the sterilization container lid.

[0042] Fig. Figure 1 shows a perspective view of a medical sterilization container designated overall by reference numeral 10. The sterilization container 10 comprises a sterilization container tray 12 and a sterilization container lid 14, which can be placed on the sterilization container tray 12 and firmly connected thereto. The sterilization container tray 12 and the sterilization container lid 14 define between them a receiving space 16 for sterilized items not shown in the drawing, in particular surgical instruments ( Fig. 4). The items to be sterilized can be accommodated in a medical sieve basket, also not shown in the drawing, which is positioned in the receiving space 16.

[0043] The sterilization container 10 comprises a preferred embodiment of a medical document fastening device, designated by reference numeral 18, which, in addition to the sterilization container lid 14, has a document holder 20. The document holder 20 can cooperate with the sterilization container lid 14 to clamp a document 22 onto an upper side 24 of the sterilization container lid 14, as explained below. The document 22 can include information about the sterilization container 10 and, in particular, about the items to be sterilized held in the receiving space 16.

[0044] The sterilization container lid 14, like the sterilization container 10 as a whole, is rectangular in plan view and has a top wall 26 defining the top side 24. The top wall 26 comprises a planar section 28 defining a plane and two raised sections 30. Filter devices 32 are inserted into the raised sections 30 to enable the exchange of media between the atmosphere and the receiving space 16 through the top wall 26. The planar section 28 extends, in particular, along the outer circumference of the top wall 26 and in the region of its center, from a first longitudinal side 34 to an opposite longitudinal side 36 of the sterilization container lid 14.

[0045] The sterilization container lid 14 is designed as a slip lid that can be slipped over the sterilization container tray 12. For this purpose, the sterilization container lid 14 comprises a circumferential edge 38 that protrudes at an angle from the top wall 26 and overlaps the free edge of the sterilization container tray 12 on the outside. The angle between the edge 38 and the top wall 26 at its planar section 28 is approximately 95° in the present case.

[0046] The edge 38 has, in particular, a first edge portion 40 on the longitudinal side 34 and a second edge portion on the longitudinal side 36, the second edge portion not being shown in the drawing. On the side facing away from the ceiling wall 26, the edge 40 comprises a free edge 42 in the region of the first edge portion 40 and the edge portion not shown ( Fig. 4).

[0047] The sterilization container lid 14 is designed symmetrically overall with respect to a plane of symmetry not shown in the drawing, which is a central longitudinal plane of the sterilization container lid 14 and the sterilization container 10 and which runs centrally between the longitudinal sides 34 and 36 and is oriented perpendicular to the planar section 28.

[0048] As can be seen in particular from the Fig. 2 and Fig. 3, the document holder 20 is designed as a U-shaped bracket 44 comprising a central section 46 and two end sections 48 and 50 projecting from the central section 46. The central section 46, like the end sections 48 and 50, is planar unless otherwise explained below. Each of the end sections 48 and 50 projects from the central section 46 at an angle that is greater than 90°, for example approximately 95° to approximately 100°, and in particular approximately 97°. The end sections 48 and 50 project away from the central section 46 in a direction facing away from one another, projecting from the same side of the central section 46. Transition areas from the middle section 46 to the end sections 48 and 50 are rounded and approximately adapted to the rounded contour of the sterilization container lid in the transition area from the top wall 26 to the edge 38.

[0049] The free ends of the end sections 48 and 50, which are each arranged on their sides facing away from the middle section 46, are curved in a hook-like manner, initially in the direction of the other end section 48, 50 and point at the end in the direction of the middle section 46. The free ends of the end sections 48 and 50 form fastening elements 52 and 54, respectively, for clamping the document holder 20 to the edge 38. For this reason, the end sections 48 and 50 are also referred to as fastening sections.

[0050] The central section 46 comprises a flat clamping element 56 that extends between the rounded transition areas to the fastening sections 48, 50. The clamping element 56 serves to clamp the document 22 to the upper side 24, which is why the central section 46 is also referred to as the clamping section.

[0051] The document holder 20 further comprises two spacer elements 58 and 60, which protrude from the plane defined by the clamping element 56 toward the upper side 24. The spacer elements 58 and 60 are arranged directly adjacent to the rounded transition areas to the fastening sections 48 and 50, respectively, and are designed as resilient tongues 62 and 64, respectively, protruding from the clamping element 56. Via the spacer elements 58 and 60, the clamping element 56 can be supported on the top side of the ceiling wall 26, near the edge sections of the edge 38.

[0052] The document holder 20 is made of a sterilizable material. Furthermore, the document holder 20 is primarily made of an elastically deformable material. For example, the document holder 20 is made of a metal, in particular stainless steel, although it can also be made of a plastic material, e.g., polyphenylsulfone (PPSU).

[0053] In particular, the document holder 20 in the present case has a flat shape, disregarding the angulation of the fastening sections 48 and 50 relative to the clamping section 46, their curvature at the fastening elements 52 and 54, and the bent resilient tongues 62 and 64. This makes it possible to manufacture the document holder 20, for example, from a flat material such as a deformable metal sheet. The fastening sections 48 and 50 can be bent relative to the clamping section 46, and the fastening elements 52 and 54 at the free ends of the fastening sections 48 and 50, respectively. The tongues 62 and 64 can be punched from the clamping element 46 and bent relative to it.

[0054] In the present case, the clamping element 56 is flat with a transverse extension of at least approximately 3 millimeters, whereby in the present case the clamping element 56 is at least approximately 10 millimeters wide in the transverse direction. In the preferred embodiment of the document fastening device 18 shown in the drawing, this corresponds to the total width of the document holder 20, which thus has the overall shape of a deformed strip of material. In the longitudinal direction, the clamping element 56 extends from the first edge section 40 to the second edge section (not shown) transversely across the top wall 26 when the document holder 20 is secured to the sterilization container lid 14 as intended, as explained below.

[0055] To attach the document holder 20 to the sterilization container lid 14, the hook-shaped fastening elements 52 and 54 can be engaged with the edge section 40 and the opposite edge section ( Fig. 4). For example, the document holder 20 is placed from above onto the sterilization container lid 14, wherein the clamping section 46 can be deformed and / or the fastening sections 48 and 50 can be spread relative to the clamping section 46. By applying force in the direction of the ceiling wall 46, the hook-shaped fastening elements 52 and 54 can be moved along the outside of the edge 38 until the fastening elements 52 and 54 engage with the free edge 42 and the free edge (not shown) on the opposite edge section. As a result, the fastening sections 48 and 50 encompass the free edge 42 and the free edge (not shown), so that the document holder 20 is supported on the edge 38 against movement toward the ceiling wall 26. When the fastening sections 48 and 50 engage with the edge 38, the document holder 20 deforms back into its original shape.At the same time, the clamping section 46 rests resiliently on the top wall 26 via the resilient tongues 62 and 64, so that the document holder 20 is clamped firmly to the sterilization container lid 14. In the connected state, the document holder 20 engages over the sterilization container lid 14 and engages under, in particular, around, the edge 38, so that it is reliably held to the sterilization container lid 14.

[0056] In another way, the document holder 20 can be connected to the sterilization container lid 14, for example, by firstly having the fastening section 48 engage around the free edge 42 and then pivoting the document holder 20 relative to the sterilization container lid until the fastening section 50 with the fastening element 54 also engages around the free edge opposite the free edge 42, or vice versa.

[0057] Ideally, the document holder 20 is attached to the sterilization container lid 14 so that it runs transversely to its longitudinal direction between the raised sections 30.

[0058] A document holder 66 is formed between the clamping element 56 and the upper side 24, in which the document 22 can be clamped to the sterilization container lid 14. The document holder extends between the tongues 62 and 64 and thus in the transverse direction of the sterilization container lid 14 essentially across its entire transverse side.

[0059] The provision of the resilient tongues 62 and 64 not only serves to improve the fixation of the document holder 20 due to the spring force of the tongues 62 and 64. The tongues 62 and 64 also allow for the compensation of expansions of the document holder 66 that occur when fixing documents 22 of different thicknesses. In particular, even relatively thick documents 22 can be fixed without the document holder 20 becoming permanently deformed, since the thickness differences can be compensated for by the elastically resilient tongues 62 and 64.

[0060] The clamping of documents 22 to the top side 24 of the sterilization container lid 14 by means of the document holder 20 is user-friendly, and in particular, it allows for the attachment of even large documents containing extensive information regarding the sterilization container 10 and the sterilization items contained therein. For example, the document 22 shown in the drawing is a parts list of sterilization items in DIN A4 format.

[0061] The fixation of the document 22 to the top side 24 also eliminates the need for marking the sterilization container 10 and / or the sterilized item on one of the end faces of the sterilization container tray 12, as is the case with conventional sterilization containers. This facilitates the handling of documents for marking and, in particular, prevents the handling of handle elements and / or closure elements arranged on the end faces for securing the sterilization container lid 14 to the sterilization container tray 12 from being impaired.

[0062] The small gap between the top surface 24 and the clamping element 56 makes it easier to insert the document 22 into the document receptacle 66 or to remove it therefrom when the document holder 20 is already connected to the sterilization container lid 14. Alternatively, the document holder 20 can be positioned over the document 22 when connecting it to the sterilization container lid 14 and connected to the sterilization container lid 14, simultaneously securing the document 22. To remove the document 22, the document holder 20 can be detached from the sterilization container lid 14.

[0063] To release the document holder 20, the user can disengage the fastening sections 48 and 50 from the edge 38 and lift the document holder 20 upward. It is also conceivable that only one of the fastening sections 48 or 50 is disengaged from the edge 38, whereupon the document holder 20 is pivoted on the sterilization container lid 14, in order to subsequently disengage the other of the fastening sections 48, 50 from the edge 38.

[0064] The ability to detach the document holder 20 allows it to be stored separately from the sterilization container lid 14 when no document 22 needs to be secured to the sterilization container lid 14. However, the document holder 20 can also remain attached to the sterilization container lid 14, as it is sterilizable and is not affected by the sterilization process.

[0065] It can be provided that the document fastening device 18 comprises a plurality of document holders, which can in particular be designed identically to the document holder 20.

[0066] The document holder 20 comprises a marking area 68 ( Fig. 2), which in this case is an optical marking area. Optically readable information relating to the sterilization container 10 and / or the sterilization items contained therein is or can be arranged on the marking area 68. For example, the marking area 68 comprises an embossing of the clamping element 56. A label, for example in the form of a sticker, can be provided on the marking area 68, which can be inscribed manually using a pen or mechanically, for example using a laser. A label comprising a machine-readable code, for example a barcode, is also conceivable.

[0067] Except for the marking area 68, the document holder 20 is symmetrically designed. When connected to the sterilization container lid 14 during intended use, it is symmetrical with respect to the aforementioned central longitudinal plane. This facilitates handling of the document holder 20, which can be attached to the sterilization container lid 14 in two different orientations.

[0068] The following is based on reference to Fig. 5, a second preferred embodiment of a document fastening device designated by reference numeral 70 is discussed. The document fastening device 70 comprises a sterilization container lid 72 and a document holder 74, each of which is largely identical to the sterilization container lid 14 and the document holder 20, respectively. Identical reference numerals are used for identical and equivalent features and components of the document fastening devices 18 and 70, and only the essential differences will be discussed below.

[0069] The sterilization container lid 72 has a bearing element 76 in the form of a bearing pin on the edge section 40 in the region of the free edge 42, which defines a pivot axis 78. The pivot axis 78 is aligned parallel to the plane defined by the planar section 28 and can be aligned, in particular, horizontally with the sterilization container tray 12 when the sterilization container lid 72 is used as intended.

[0070] The fastening section 48 of the document holder 74 also comprises a bearing element 80 at the free end facing away from the clamping section 46. The bearing element 80 is designed as an eyelet which interacts with the bearing element 76 and via which the document holder 74 is firmly connected to the edge 38. The interacting bearing elements 76 and 80 enable a pivotable mounting of the document holder 74 on the edge 38. This allows the document holder 74 to be Fig. 5 into a closed position not shown in the drawing. In the release position, the document holder 66 is extended so that the user can easily insert the document 22 into the document holder 66 or remove it therefrom. In the closed position, the fastening section 50 interacts with the free edge of the edge section (not shown) opposite the edge section 40, whereby it is in clamping engagement therewith, as shown above using the example of the fastening section 48 and the edge section 40 ( Fig. 4). In the closed position, the clamping section 46 of the document holder 74 assumes the same position relative to the ceiling wall 26 as was explained above using the example of the clamping section 46 of the document holder 20 ( Fig. 4), wherein the document 22 is clamped onto the top side 24.

[0071] Instead of the pivotable mounting of the document holder 74 via cooperating bearing elements 76 and 80, a one-piece connection of a document holder via a film hinge to a sterilization container lid could also be provided, so that the document holder is designed to be pivotable relative to the sterilization container lid.

Claims

[1] Medical document fastening device for a medical sterilization container (10), characterized by a sterilization container lid (14, 72) having an upper side (24) and at least one document holder (20, 74) comprising a first fastening section (48) and a second fastening section (50) spaced therefrom, as well as a clamping section (46) arranged between the first fastening section (48) and the second fastening section (50), wherein when the document holder (20, 74) is connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72), the first fastening section (48) and the second fastening section (50) are fixed to the sterilization container lid (14, 72), and wherein a document holder (66) is arranged between the clamping section (46) and the upper side (24) of the sterilization container lid (14, 72), in which document holder a document (22) can be clamped to the upper side (24) by means of the clamping section (46). is. [2] Document fastening device according to claim 1, characterized by that the clamping section (46) comprises a flat clamping element (56) for contacting the document (22) over the surface. [3] Document fastening device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by that the clamping section (46) comprises a clamping element (56) which is arranged at a distance from the upper side (24), and that at least one spacer element (58, 60) is arranged on the clamping element (56), via which spacer element the clamping element (56) is supported on the upper side (24). [4] Document fastening device according to claim 3, characterized by that the at least one spacer element (58, 60) is designed as a tongue (62, 64) projecting resiliently from the clamping element (56). [5] Document fastening device according to claim 3 or 4, characterized bythat two spacer elements (58, 60) are provided which are supported on or near opposite edge sections of an edge (38) of the sterilization container lid (14, 72) on the upper side (24) and that the document holder (66) is arranged between the spacer elements (58, 60). [6] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the first fastening section (48) and / or the second fastening section (50) are end sections (48, 50) of the document holder (20, 74). [7] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that at least one of the fastening sections (48, 50) is in force-locking and / or positive engagement with the sterilization container lid (14, 72). [8] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat at least one of the fastening sections (48, 50) is detachably connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72). [9] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that at least one of the fastening sections (48, 50) is non-detachably connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72). [10] Document fastening device according to claim 9, characterized by that at least one of the fastening sections (48, 50) is integrally connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72). [11] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat at least one of the fastening sections (48) is pivotally mounted on the sterilization container lid (14, 72) and can be transferred from a release position, in which the other fastening section (50) is not connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72), into a closed position in which the other fastening section (50) is connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72). [12] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the sterilization container lid (14, 72) has an edge (38) and that the first fastening section (48) and / or the second fastening section (50) are connected to the edge (38). [13] Document fastening device according to claim 12, characterized by that the clamping portion (46) extends over the upper side (24) from a first edge portion (40) to a second edge portion of the edge (38) which is opposite the first edge portion (40). [14] Document fastening device according to claim 12 or 13, characterized by that the sterilization container lid (14, 72) comprises a ceiling wall (26) from which the edge (38) projects at an angle, and that the first fastening section (48) and / or the second fastening section (50) are connected to the side of the edge (38) facing away from the ceiling wall (26) and are supported thereon against movement in the direction of the ceiling wall (26). [15] Document fastening device according to one of claims 12 to 14, characterized by that the first fastening section (48) and / or the second fastening section (50) rests on the outside of the edge (38). [16] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat at least one of the fastening sections (48, 50) is aligned at an angle to the clamping section (46), preferably that both fastening sections (48, 50) are aligned at an angle to the clamping section (46). [17] Document fastening device according to claim 16, characterized by that the angle is greater than 90°. [18] Document fastening device according to claim 16 or 17, characterized by that the at least one fastening section (48, 50) angled relative to the clamping section (46) is connected to the sterilization container lid (14, 72) on the side facing away from the clamping section (46). [19] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the at least one document holder (20, 74) is designed in the shape of a bow with a central part forming the clamping section (46) and two legs aligned at an angle to this, each forming a fastening section (48, 50). [20] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the at least one document holder (20, 74) is designed symmetrically or substantially symmetrically with respect to a plane of symmetry which coincides with a central longitudinal plane of the sterilization container lid (14, 72) when the document holder (20, 74) is connected. [21] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the at least one document holder (20, 74) is designed to be deformable. [22] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized bythat the at least one document holder (20, 74) consists of or is made of a flat material. [23] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the at least one document holder (20, 74) is formed in one piece. [24] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the at least one document holder (20, 74) is made of a sterilizable material and / or at least partially of metal and / or partially of plastic. [25] Document fastening device according to one of the preceding claims, characterized by that the document fastening device (18, 70) comprises more than one document holder (20, 74).

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