Newborn infant image real time distribution system

Abstract

To prevent an input error at the time of a real time distribution of a newborn infant image.SOLUTION: A newborn infant image real time distribution system 10 comprises: an imaging device 11 that images a newborn infant 30 in a head 21 for a newborn infant to generate an image data; a reading device 12 that reads an identification code 70 in regard to identification information of the newborn infant 30; a reception part 13 that receives the image data via a communication line; a coupling part 14 that relates the image data with the newborn infant 30; a distribution part 15 that distributes the image data by using a reading of the identification code 70 as a trigger; and a distribution control part 16 that enables a user terminal 18 permitted a view to browse the image data of the newborn infant 30.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a newborn image real-time distribution system. [Background technology]

[0002] Relatives who cannot visit the hospital where a newborn is hospitalized want to see the newborn. Patent Document 1 discloses a video distribution system that connects a camera corresponding to an ID transmitted from a terminal and distributes the video captured by the camera. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] JP 2002-314988 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] The technology described in Patent Document 1 requires that the correspondence between the newborn's identification information (ID) and the camera be input in advance, and that the user input the ID into the terminal, but does not specifically disclose how to input them. However, if the hospital staff inputs the correspondence between the newborn's ID and the camera incorrectly, or if the user inputs the newborn's ID incorrectly, there is a problem that third parties unrelated to the newborn may be able to view the image.

[0005] One of the objectives of the present disclosure is to prevent input errors by hospital staff and users. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In order to achieve the above object, a newborn image real-time distribution system according to one aspect of the present disclosure includes: an imaging device that captures an image of a newborn in a newborn bed to generate image data; a reading device for reading an identification code relating to the identification information of the newborn; a linking unit that links the image data with the newborn; A reception unit that receives the image data via a communication line; a distribution unit that distributes the image data in response to reading of the identification code; a distribution control unit that enables a terminal that is permitted to view the image data of the newborn baby to view the image data; The present invention is characterized by comprising: Effect of the Invention

[0007] According to the present disclosure, input errors by hospital staff and users can be prevented. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a newborn image real-time distribution system. [Diagram 2] FIG. 2 is a diagram showing an example of an identification card used in the newborn image real-time distribution system. [Diagram 3] FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of the operation of the newborn image real-time distribution system. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of a display screen of an input terminal used in the newborn image real-time distribution system. [Diagram 5] FIG. 5 is a diagram showing another example of the configuration of the newborn image real-time distribution system. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating an example of a computer that realizes the newborn image real-time distribution system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0009] Each embodiment will be described below, but the invention according to the claims is not limited to each of the embodiments.

[0010] In the following description of the embodiments and drawings, the same reference numerals denote the same objects unless otherwise specified. In the following description of the embodiments, repeated description of the same configuration or operation may be omitted.

[0011] (First embodiment) [Device configuration] Fig. 1 is a diagram showing an example of the configuration of a newborn image real-time distribution system according to the present embodiment. Fig. 2 is a diagram showing an example of an identification card used in the newborn image real-time distribution system according to the present embodiment.

[0012] As shown in FIG. 1, the newborn image real-time distribution system 10 according to this embodiment includes an imaging device 11, a reading device 12, a reception unit 13, a combination unit 14, a distribution unit 15, and a distribution control unit 16.

[0013] The imaging device 11 captures an image of a newborn 30 in a newborn bed 21 in a hospital 20 such as a gynecology and obstetrics department to generate image data. The imaging device 11 is, for example, supported by a part of the newborn bed 21. In this case, since the correspondence between the imaging device 11 and the newborn bed 21 can be fixed, there is an advantage that it is not necessary to set it each time, but there is a disadvantage that it is necessary to prepare the imaging devices 11 in the number corresponding to the number of newborn beds 21. On the other hand, the imaging device 11 is, for example, supported by a tripod, a tripod with casters, etc., and is not supported by the newborn bed 21. In this case, there is an advantage that the number of imaging devices 11 can be less than the number of newborn beds 21, but there is a disadvantage that it is necessary to set the correspondence between the imaging device 11 and the newborn bed 21 each time. The method of supporting the imaging device 11 can be selected depending on the size of the hospital. For example, some of the imaging devices 11 may be supported by a part of the newborn bed 21, and other imaging devices 11 may be supported by a tripod, etc.

[0014] There are no restrictions on the imaging device 11 as long as it can generate image data, and it can be a normal camera that only captures images, or a camera with additional functions such as a data communication function.

[0015] The reading device 12 reads an identification code 70 related to the identification information of the newborn baby 30. As the reading device 12, a reader of a laser type, a CCD type, a CMOS type, or the like can be used. As the reading device 12, a reader of a handheld type, a stationary type, a detachable type (wearable type), or the like can be used. As the reading device 12, a reader of any communication type can be used, such as a wired type or a wireless type such as Bluetooth (registered trademark).

[0016] The identification code 70 may be, for example, a barcode as shown in Fig. 2. The reader 12 reads the identification code 70 printed on the identification card 80 by operation of a nurse or other hospital staff member 40. As shown in Fig. 2, the identification card 80 has the identification code 70, such as a barcode, and also has identification information of the newborn 30 (for example, the newborn's name, the name of the guardian, an ID, a password, etc.) printed thereon. The two-dimensional code 72 is linked to a uniform resource locator (URL) for image distribution of the newborn 30, etc.

[0017] The receiving unit 13 receives image data generated by the imaging device 11 via a communication line.

[0018] The combining unit 14 associates the image data generated by the imaging device 11 with the newborn 30. The combining unit 14 associates the image data generated by the imaging device 11 with the newborn 30, for example, when the reading device 12 reads the identification code 70 related to the identification information of the newborn 30.

[0019] The distribution unit 15 distributes the image data generated by the imaging device 11 upon reading the identification code of the newborn 30. As described above, this image data is associated with the newborn 30, so that the image data of the specific newborn can be viewed on the terminal of a specific user.

[0020] The delivery control unit 16 enables the user terminal 18 that is permitted to view the image data of the newborn 30. For example, the user 50 uses a camera function installed in the user terminal 18 to read the two-dimensional code 72 printed on an identification card 80 provided by the hospital, thereby enabling the user terminal 18 to access the URL for image delivery of the newborn 30. The user 50 further inputs the ID and password of the newborn 30 written on the identification card 80. The delivery control unit 16 authenticates the user terminal 18, and sets the user terminal 18 into a state in which the correct ID and password of the newborn 30 have been input as permitted to view.

[0021] The processes in the reception unit 13, the combination unit 14, the delivery unit 15, the delivery control unit 16, and the storage unit 17 are performed by a cloud server or other server 90.

[0022] [Device operation] Fig. 3 is a diagram showing an example of the operation of the newborn image real-time distribution system according to this embodiment. As shown in Fig. 3, in the newborn image real-time distribution system 10 according to this embodiment, first, the imaging device 11 captures an image of a newborn 30 in a newborn bed 21 in a hospital 20 such as an obstetrician-gynecologist, and generates image data (step S1).

[0023] The reader 12 reads the identification code 70 relating to the identification information of the newborn baby 30 (step S2).

[0024] The accepting unit 13 accepts the image data generated by the imaging device 11 via the communication line (step S3).

[0025] The combining unit 14 associates the image data generated by the imaging device 11 with the newborn baby 30 (step S4).

[0026] The distribution unit 15 distributes the image data generated by the imaging device 11 upon reading the identification code of the newborn baby 30 (step S5).

[0027] The distribution control unit 16 enables the user terminal 18 that is permitted to view the image data of the newborn baby 30 (step S6).

[0028] [effect] According to the newborn image real-time distribution system 10 of this embodiment, input errors by hospital staff and users can be prevented when newborn images are distributed in real time.

[0029] [Specific configuration of the device] The newborn image real-time distribution system 10 according to this embodiment will be described in more detail below with reference to Figures 1 and 4. Figure 4 shows an example of an input screen displayed on the display device of the input terminal.

[0030] As shown in FIG. 1, a hospital 20 such as an obstetrician-gynecologist is equipped with an imaging device 11 that captures an image of a newborn 30 on a newborn bed 21 to generate image data, a reading device 12, an input terminal 60, and the like. The reading device 12 is connected to the input terminal 60, whether wired or wireless. Examples of the input terminal 60 include a general-purpose PC, a tablet, and a smartphone. In the example shown in FIG. 1, communication devices such as a modem and a router are omitted. If the imaging device 11 does not have a communication function for connecting to the Internet, it is connected to an input terminal or a communication device, whether wired or wireless. In this case, the generated image data is delivered to a server 90 via the input terminal 60 or the communication device, and further via the Internet. If the imaging device 11 has a communication function for connecting to the Internet, the generated image data is delivered to the server 90 without going through the input terminal 60 or the communication device.

[0031] As shown in Fig. 4, the display screen of the input terminal 60 displays the imaging device ID, newborn baby ID, user name, start date of use, temporary suspension of distribution, patient registration / cancellation, etc. In the display screen shown in Fig. 4, the imaging device 11 with "A1" in the imaging device ID column is not associated with a newborn baby, and the imaging devices 11 with "A2" and "A3" are already associated with newborn babies. The imaging devices 11 associated with each imaging device ID will be described below.

[0032] First, in "A1", since there is no association with a newborn baby, the newborn baby ID, user name, and usage start date fields are "-". A mark indicating that playback is in progress is displayed in the distribution pause field. In this example, when the power of the imaging device 11 is turned on, the image data is distributed to the reception unit 13, and reception of the image data begins in the reception unit 13. Note that the reception of the image data in the reception unit 13 may begin when the image data is associated with a newborn baby, or at any time thereafter. For example, by pressing (clicking, tapping, etc.) the distribution pause field, the user can select whether to stop or start distribution.

[0033] Here, the image capturing device 11 and the newborn 30 are associated with each other, for example, as follows. Usually, a tag showing information for identifying the newborn 30, such as the ID of the newborn 30 and the name of the mother, is attached to the arm or leg of the newborn 30. Meanwhile, information for identifying the newborn 30, such as the ID of the newborn 30 using the bed and the name of the mother, is also displayed on the newborn bed 21. Usually, the hospital staff 40 decides which newborn 30 is to be laid in which newborn bed 21, based on the tag attached to the newborn 30 and the display of the newborn bed 21. Then, the hospital staff 40 further grasps the ID (for example, "A1") of the unused specific image capturing device 11 for photographing the specific newborn bed 21, presses a button in the patient registration / cancellation column of the input terminal, and in this state, reads the identification code 70 linked to the newborn ID, etc., by the reading device 12. As a result, the image capturing device 11 having the ID "A1" is associated with the specific newborn 30. At this time, characters are input into the columns for the newborn ID, user name, and start date of use related to the specific newborn.

[0034] The imaging devices 11 of "A2" and "A3" have already been associated with the newborn. Therefore, for these imaging devices, characters are entered in the fields of newborn ID, user name, and start date of use. For example, it is displayed that the imaging device 11 of "A2" was associated with a user named "Naoko Yamada" whose newborn ID is number 42 on June 29, 2023. For example, it is displayed that the imaging device 11 of "A3" was associated with a user named "Hanako Kawanishi" whose newborn ID is number 10 on June 30, 2023. And, when the newborn 30 is taking a bath, etc., the delivery can be temporarily stopped by pressing the delivery pause field. "A3" indicates a state in which delivery is temporarily stopped. Delivery can be resumed by pressing the delivery pause field again.

[0035] It should be noted that "distribution" here means distribution to the reception unit 13, and distribution to the user terminal 18 requires separate authentication by the distribution control unit 16, as described above.

[0036] The delivery control unit 16 reads the two-dimensional code 72, and among the user terminals 18 that have accessed the image delivery URL for the newborn 30, the user terminals 18 into which the ID and password of the newborn 30 written on the identification card 80 have been input are permitted to view the image data of the newborn 30. Specifically, the hospital staff 40 prints, for example, a predetermined number of identification cards 80 on which the identification codes 70 and two-dimensional codes 72 of the newborns 30 are printed in advance, and distributes them to people related to the newborns 30 (fathers, grandparents, relatives, etc.). The user 50 can access the image delivery URL for a specific newborn 30 by reading the two-dimensional code 72 printed on the identification card 80 using the camera function of the user terminal 18, and further enter the ID and password of the newborn 30 written on the identification card 80, thereby making it possible to view the image data of the specific newborn. In addition, hospital staff 40 may, for example, distribute an identification card 80 to the mother of newborn baby 30, who may then share the two-dimensional code printed on the identification card 80 with designated parties, or multiple identification cards 80 may be distributed to the mother of newborn baby 30.

[0037] As the identification code, for example, a code with an expiration date can be used. A code with an expiration date is a code that is valid only for a certain period of time and is also called a disposable code. Since the hospital stay of a newborn baby 30 is usually about one week to ten days, the hospital may issue a code with an expiration date of a predetermined period based on that period. On the other hand, the two-dimensional code 72 is a fixed code linked to an image distribution URL for distributing image data generated by a specific imaging device 11.

[0038] Fig. 5 is a diagram showing the configuration of a newborn image real-time distribution system 100 according to another embodiment. Devices similar to those in Fig. 1, such as devices in a hospital 20, are omitted in Fig. 5. As shown in Fig. 5, the newborn image real-time distribution system 100 includes an imaging device 11, a reading device 12, a reception unit 13, a combination unit 14, a distribution unit 15, and a distribution control unit 16, as well as a storage unit 17.

[0039] The storage unit 17 stores image data of the newborn 30, image data obtained by processing the image data, and data provided from the user terminal 18. This allows various image data to be shared between the user terminals 18. It is also possible to create memorial videos and the like using the image data stored in the storage unit 17. In the newborn image real-time distribution system 100 including such a storage unit 17, when a code with an expiration date is used, the expiration date may be set to be longer than the hospitalization period of the newborn 30.

[0040] The processes in the reception unit 13, the combination unit 14, the delivery unit 15, the delivery control unit 16 and the storage unit 17 are performed by a cloud server or other servers 91.

[0041] [Physical configuration] Here, a computer that executes the program in this embodiment to realize the processing of the newborn image real-time distribution system 10,100 will be described with reference to Fig. 6. Fig. 6 is a block diagram showing an example of a computer that realizes the processing of the newborn image real-time distribution system 10,100.

[0042] 6, the computer 110 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 111, a main memory 112, a storage device 113, an input interface 114, a display controller 115, a data reader / writer 116, and a communication interface 117. These components are connected to each other via a bus 121 so as to be able to communicate data with each other.

[0043] Furthermore, the computer 110 may include a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) or an FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) in addition to or instead of the CPU 111. In this embodiment, the GPU or FPGA can execute the programs in the embodiments.

[0044] The CPU 111 loads a program in the embodiment, which is composed of a group of codes and is stored in the storage device 113, into the main memory 112, and executes each code in a predetermined order to perform various calculations. The main memory 112 is typically a volatile storage device such as a DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory).

[0045] Moreover, the program in the embodiment is provided in a state stored in a computer-readable recording medium 120. The program in the embodiment may be distributed on the Internet connected via the communication interface 117.

[0046] Specific examples of the storage device 113 include a hard disk drive and a semiconductor storage device such as a flash memory. The input interface 114 mediates data transmission between the CPU 111 and input devices 118 such as a keyboard and a mouse. The display controller 115 is connected to a display device 119 and controls the display on the display device 119.

[0047] Data reader / writer 116 mediates data transmission between CPU 111 and recording medium 120, reads programs from recording medium 120, and writes processing results in computer 110 to recording medium 120. Communication interface 117 mediates data transmission between CPU 111 and other computers.

[0048] Specific examples of the recording medium 120 include general-purpose semiconductor storage devices such as CF (Compact Flash (registered trademark)) and SD (Secure Digital), magnetic recording media such as a flexible disk, or optical recording media such as a CD-ROM (Compact Disk Read Only Memory).

[0049] The processing device may be realized not by a computer with a program installed, but by hardware corresponding to each part, for example, an electronic circuit. Furthermore, the processing device may be partially realized by a program and the remaining part by hardware. In the embodiment, the computer is not limited to the computer shown in FIG.

[0050] Although the present invention has been described above with reference to the embodiment, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiment. Various modifications that can be understood by those skilled in the art can be made to the configuration and details of the present invention within the scope of the present invention. [Industrial Applicability]

[0051] According to the present disclosure, input errors by hospital staff and users can be prevented. [Explanation of symbols]

[0052] 10, 100 Newborn image real-time distribution system 11 Imaging device 12 Reading device 13 Reception 14 Joint 15 Distribution Department 16 Distribution control section 17 Storage area 18 User terminal 20 Hospital 21 Newborn Bed 30 Newborn 40 Staff 50 users 60 Input terminal 70 Identification code (barcode) 72 2D Code 80 Identification Card 90, 91 Server 110 Computer 111 CPU 112 Main memory 113 Storage device 114 Input Interface 115 Display Controller 116 Data Reader / Writer 117 Communication Interface 118 Input Devices 119 Display device 120 Recording media

Claims

1. an imaging device that captures an image of a newborn in a newborn bed to generate image data; a reading device for reading an identification code relating to the identification information of the newborn; A reception unit that receives the image data via a communication line; a linking unit that links the image data with the newborn; a distribution unit that distributes the image data in response to reading of the identification code; a distribution control unit that enables a terminal that is permitted to view the image data of the newborn baby to view the image data; A newborn image real-time distribution system comprising:

2. the distribution control unit permits a terminal into which the ID and password of the newborn have been input to view the image data of the newborn; The newborn image real-time distribution system according to claim 1.

3. The identification code is a code with an expiration date. The newborn image real-time distribution system according to claim 1.

4. Further, a storage section is provided, The storage unit stores the image data, image data obtained by processing the image data, and data provided from the terminal. The newborn image real-time distribution system according to claim 1.

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