Modular OP-Rack-System

Abstract

Modular surgical rack system comprising a permanently installed support system for holding medical devices, with at least one device plug-in module having an integrated power supply, grounding connections and internal cable routing.

Description

1. Technical area

[0001] The term "surgical rack" refers to a frame-like support system that can be permanently mounted on the operating table and serves to accommodate medical devices in a structured manner. The invention relates to such a modular surgical rack system for stationary installation in or on operating tables. 2. State of the art

[0002] Currently available solutions for integrating medical devices in the operating room mainly consist of mobile equipment carts (“medical carts”) or complex robot platforms, which are usually designed according to the manufacturer: 1 • Equipment carts (e.g., Erbe VIO Cart, Olympus WM-NP2): Mobile racks with power outlets, mounts, and cable management. They do not offer permanent integration into operating tables or modular rack systems. 2 • Integrated operating room systems (e.g. Karl Storz OR1™, Stryker iSuite™): Closed ceiling installations with central control of light, camera and visualization, but without plug-in technology for individual devices. 3 • Swivel arms and booms (e.g. Maquet Moduevo, Trumpf TruPort): Ceiling-guided systems for positioning energy and gas connections, without modular device units in the rack and without radio remote control. 4

[0003] None of the known systems simultaneously combines 1. modular insertion of medical devices in a fixed rack system, 2. integrated power supply, grounding and internal cable routing, 3. an exhaust air duct system for the passive or active removal of operating heat or flue gases, 4. electrically pivoting carrier units, which can optionally be controlled via a radio remote control, 5. a modularly adaptable docking system for existing standard rails according to DIN EN ISO 19054 on operating tables.

[0004] This combination forms the core of the present invention. 3. Object of the invention

[0005] The aim is to create a permanently installable, hygienically integrated and at the same time modular rack system that accommodates medical devices in a structured manner, ensures their supply, makes them ergonomically accessible and can be docked onto all common operating table rails according to DIN EN ISO 19054. 4. Solution to the task

[0006] The invention achieves the object by a stationary surgical rack system with the following features: 1. Stable support system, firmly mounted on the operating table. 2. Plug-in modules for medical devices with standardized mechanical fixation systems. 3. Integrated power supply, central grounding connections and internal cable routing. 4. Exhaust air duct system for passive or active removal of operating heat or flue gases from the device compartments. 5. Hygienically sealable surfaces or sterile covering options. 6. Swiveling support units for additional modules such as surgical lights, cameras or instrument holders. 7. Electrically movable support arms with optional control via a wireless remote control. 8. Modular design: The overall system consists of interchangeable functional modules. 9. Modular adaptable docking system for attachment to existing standard rails according to DIN EN ISO 19054 on operating tables.

[0007] Note: Complete device operation via tablet is not the subject of this utility model application. 5. Advantages of the invention • Structured, space-saving integration of medical devices without mobile rolling containers. • Reduction of tripping hazards and cable clutter in the operating room. • Improved hygiene through internal cable routing and sterile coverability. • Ergonomic access thanks to electrically movable support arms. • Flexibly configurable and expandable thanks to modular design. • Easy docking to all common operating table rails in accordance with DIN EN ISO 19054. 6. Examples of embodimentsExample 1 - Side-mounted rack (see claims 1-5):

[0008] Module mounted on the side of the operating table with three slots, central power supply, and exhaust air ducting. The front panels remain accessible, cables are routed internally, and the docking adapter fits on a DIN EN ISO 19054 rail. Example 2 - Electrically movable support arm (see claims 6-8):

[0009] The swivel arm supports a surgical camera or light. The electric motor is adjustable and can be controlled optionally via radio remote control. The arm module can be attached to the table via a standard rail in accordance with DIN EN ISO 19054. 7. Drawings (reference) & legend

[0010] The numbers 1-24 in the figures refer to the following legend. Fig. 1: Overall view of the OR rack system on the operating table 1. Operating table 2. Side-mounted OR rack 3. Device plug-in modules 4. Internally routed cables 5. Operating light / camera module 6. Swivel arm Fig. 2: Exploded view of the rack system 7. Frame structure 8. Guide rails 9. Power supply unit 10. Grounding connection 11. Exhaust air duct 12. Connection module 13. Cover module Fig. 3: Swivel arm with additional module 14. Electrically movable swivel arm 15. Motor mount 16. Attachment element 17. Control cable 18. Radio module 19. Remote control Fig.4: Integration into operating table structure 20. Mounting adapter for DIN EN ISO 19054 rail 21. Positioning mechanism 22. Air outlet slots 23. Replaceable device module 24. Operation display panel Reference symbol designation 1 operating table 2 Side-mounted surgical rack 3 Device plug-in module 4 Internally routed cables 5 Operating room light or camera module 6 swivel arm 7 Rack frame structure 8 guide rails for the drawers 9 Integrated power supply unit 10 Earth connection 11 Exhaust air duct (passive / active) 12 Connection module for power / data 13 Sterile cover module 14 Electrically movable swivel arm 15 Motor mount of the swivel arm 16 Attachment element (e.g. surgical camera, light source) 17 Internal control line 18 Radio module for remote control 19 Control unit / remote control (schematic) 20 mounting adapters for DIN EN ISO 19054 rail 21 Positioning mechanism (mechanical or electrical) 22 air outlet slots for heat dissipation 23 Replaceable device module 24 Operating display field

Claims

[1] Modular surgical rack system comprising a permanently installed support system for holding medical devices, with at least one device plug-in module having an integrated power supply, grounding connections and internal cable routing. [2] System according to claim 1, wherein the device plug-in modules contain standardized mechanical fixing systems for securely receiving the devices. [3] System according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the device plug-in modules additionally comprise standardized electrical and / or data-based interfaces for connection to the devices. [4] System according to one of the preceding claims, which comprises an integrated exhaust air duct system for the passive or active removal of operating heat or flue gases from the device compartments. [5] System according to one of the preceding claims, in which the outer surfaces of the carrier system are designed to be completely wipeable or hygienically sealable by means of sterile covers. [6] System according to one of the preceding claims, which comprises at least one pivotable support unit for receiving additional components such as surgical lights, holders or cameras. [7] System according to claim 6, wherein the pivotable support unit is electrically movable. [8] A system according to claim 7, wherein the electrical movement of the carrier unit is effected via a wireless remote control. [9] System according to one of the preceding claims, in which the operating room rack system can be assembled from several functional modules which are designed to be individually interchangeable and adaptable. [10] System according to one of the preceding claims, in which the operating room rack system has a modularly adaptable docking system which enables attachment to standard rails according to DIN EN ISO 19054 on operating tables.

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