BRONCHOALVEOLAR LAVAGE SET WITH WASHING AND DRAINING LINES

Abstract

The invention relates to a bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) for delivering lavage fluid to the lungs and draining the lavage fluid recovered from the lungs in high-volume lung lavage procedures. Accordingly, its novelty is that the aforementioned bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) includes at least one common line (20) extending towards the patient side and used for delivering lavage fluid to the patient side and carrying lavage fluid recovered from the lungs; it includes at least one Y-connector (30) providing fluid connection to the aforementioned common line (20); it includes at least one lavage line (40) connected to one arm of the aforementioned Y-connector (30) and enabling the delivery of lavage fluid to the common line (20); and it includes at least one first clamp (41) controlling the fluid flow in the aforementioned lavage line (40).It is characterized by having at least one drain line (50) connected to the other arm of the Y connector (30) which allows the flushing fluid recovered from the lungs to be transferred from the common line (20) to at least one drain container (53), having at least one second clamp (51) controlling the fluid flow in the said drain line (50), and having at least one connection device (60) located at the patient-side end of the common line (20) which provides fluid connection between the common line (20) and at least one endotracheal tube (70). Figure 1

Description

1 TARIFF BRONCHOALVEOLAR LAVAGE SET WITH WASHING AND DRAINING LINES TECHNICAL AREA 5 The invention relates to the administration of lavage fluid to the lungs during high-volume lung lavage procedures. a system for transmitting and draining the washing fluid that is recovered from the lungs This relates to bronchoalveolar lavage kits. PREVIOUS TECHNIQUE Bronchoalveolar lavage procedures remove protein that accumulates in specific areas of the lungs. a certain amount of secretions or similar substances is injected into the lungs for the purpose of removing them. 15 based on the principle of supplying washing liquid and then taking that liquid back. It is based on. Especially in high-volume lung lavage procedures, both Liters of lavage fluid are injected into the lungs, and the administered fluid is controlled. It needs to be retrieved as is. The fluid conveying sets used in these processes, the transfer of washing fluid to the lungs and the proper collection of the recovered fluid It is expected to enable redirection to the environment. Also, the process is 20. monitoring the amounts of fluid delivered to and removed from the lungs during the procedure. This is important for ensuring that the application is carried out in a safe and controlled manner. It carries. In current techniques, the standard saline solution for high-volume lung lavage procedures is 25. If sets are used, the relatively narrow cross-section of those sets Because of its properties, the washing fluid is delivered to and from the lungs. Draining it can take a long time. Draining a large amount of liquid through a narrow channel... Transferring the data increases the total duration of the process, especially for long-term transactions. In these applications, the risk of the patient's lung function being negatively affected is 30. It increases. In addition, there is a difference between standard serum sets and endotracheal tubes. because a direct and leak-proof connection cannot be ensured in all cases Liquid leakage can occur at connection points. The resulting liquid... losses, the correct amounts of fluid delivered to and removed from the lungs 2 This makes it difficult to determine, resulting in less fluid being given than desired or a certain amount of fluid being present. This can lead to undesirable consequences, such as fluid remaining in the lungs. A significant portion of the standard serum sets used in current technology contain a single liquid. Because it has a line, 5 is recovered from the lungs upon administration of washing fluid. the same line must be repeatedly routed between different connections to drain the liquid. It may be necessary to transfer it. Therefore, a certain amount of washing liquid is required. After administration, the serum is separated from the serum source in the set and transferred to the draining container. connection and then reconnection to the serum source during the subsequent washing stage Repetitive processes like these are performed. In high-volume washing applications, 10 Repeating these connection changes numerous times prolongs the processing time. this reduces ease of use and increases the possibility of connection errors or liquid leaks. This increases the risk. Additionally, the use of multiple serum sets during the procedure is also a factor. This need increases consumable consumption and implementation costs. In conclusion, all the problems mentioned above require an innovation in the relevant technical field. This has made it necessary to do it. A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention eliminates the aforementioned disadvantages and the related technical to bring new advantages to the field, a bronchoalveolar system with washing and draining lines It relates to the lavage kit. One aim of the invention is to reduce the amount of lavage fluid in high-volume lung lavage procedures to 25 to be delivered to the lungs more quickly and in a more controlled manner, and to be taken back from the lungs. A bronchoalveolar lavage kit was developed that allows for effective drainage of the fluid. to place. Another purpose of the invention is to perform washing and draining operations from the same set of 30. by enabling this process, it reduces fluid leakage and repeated set changes. more reliable tracking of the amounts of fluids given and taken back The goal is to develop a bronchoalveolar lavage kit that provides this. 3 All the purposes mentioned above and those that will emerge from the detailed explanation below. The present invention is designed to perform high-volume lung lavage procedures. the delivery of cleansing fluid to the lungs and the return of cleansing fluid from the lungs It is a bronchoalveolar lavage kit for drainage. Accordingly, its novelty lies in the aforementioned... The bronchoalveolar lavage set extends towards the patient's side and the washing fluid goes to patient 5 for the transport of the lavage fluid recovered from the lungs by transmitting it to the relevant side. It must include at least one common line in use, and the connection between the aforementioned common line and the light source. It must contain at least one Y-connector that provides the aforementioned Y-connector. at least one of the arms connected to it and enabling the washing fluid to be conveyed to the common line. It includes a washing line, which controls the flow of liquid within the aforementioned washing line. It must contain at least one primary clamp, which is attached to another arm of the Y connector and the flushing fluid recovered from the lungs into at least one drainage container via the common line. It must include at least one discharge line that enables the transfer of goods; the aforementioned discharge line It must contain at least a second clamp that controls the flow of fluid inside, and the common line at least one endotracheal tube located at the patient's end and connected to the common line 15 It must contain at least one connecting device that provides a fluid connection between them. Thus, the washing fluid is delivered to the lungs and the washing fluid is taken back from the lungs. draining of the fluid, through separate flow pathways and bronchoalveolar The procedure is performed while maintaining the connection of the lavage set on the patient's side. The characteristic of a possible construction of the invention is on the aforementioned common line. located and used to control the fluid flow within the common line in a way that will partially or completely close or leave the cross-section free It includes at least a third clamp that is configured. Thus, within the common line... Fluid flow is released, restricted, or completely stopped as needed. 25 It is being stopped. Another possible configuration of the invention is characterized by the aforementioned washing line, Y at the end opposite the connector, with at least one serum bottle At least one serum side connector that enables fluid connection to be established 30 It contains fluid connections between the serum bottle and the washing line. the washing fluid in the serum bottle is transferred to the washing line by setting it up. is provided. 4 Another possible configuration of the invention features the aforementioned serum-side connection. the tip of the washing fluid located inside the serum bottle into the washing line It is connected to the serum bottle in a way that will allow it to be transferred. Thus, the serum side connection end of the washing fluid located inside the serum bottle. Y 5 is taken directly from there to the washing line and conveyed to the patient side. The device is guided to the connecting piece. Another possible configuration of the invention features the aforementioned discharge line, Y at the opposite end according to the connecting piece, reabsorbed from the lungs at least one drain container that allows the washing liquid to be transferred to the drain container 10 It has a connecting end on one side. This allows the washing fluid to be recovered from the lungs. transfer of the liquid from the discharge line to the discharge container and separation of the liquid in question They are gathered in a single volume. Another possible configuration of the invention features a washing line, with a discharge 15 the line and the common line, washing in high-volume lung washing procedures. the delivery of the fluid to the patient's side and the drainage of the recovered washing fluid It should have a flow cross-section that will accelerate the flow of the washing fluid to the lungs. delivery with higher flow capacity and washing back from the lungs High-volume lung lavage allows for faster drainage of the fluid. 20 This helps to reduce the duration of the process. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURE Figure 1 shows a representative perspective view of the bronchoalveolar lavage set, which is the subject of the invention. 25 It has been given. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION This detailed explanation of the invention only serves to better understand the subject. This is explained with examples that will not create any limiting effect. Figure 1 shows a representative perspective of the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) that is the subject of the invention. The appearance is given. The mentioned bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) has a high volume. In lung lavage procedures, the lavage fluid is introduced into and removed from the lungs. It is used for draining the recovered washing liquid. The subject of the invention... Bronchoalveolar lavage kit (10), especially for high volumes of fluid in the lungs Liquid conveying and recovery in applications where flushing is necessary. This ensures that operations are carried out more quickly and in a more controlled manner. These 5 This reduces the washing process time, and improves liquid transfer and recovery. to prevent or reduce possible fluid leaks and to the lungs more reliable monitoring of the amount of fluid given and taken up from the lungs It is possible to perform this. In addition, the bronchoalveolar lavage kit (10), washing and By enabling unloading operations to be carried out from the same set, 10 repeated changing or reconnecting of the set during the process It reduces the need for it. The subject of the invention is the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10), used during the washing process. 15. Transfer of fluid to the patient's side and drainage of fluid recovered from the lungs. at least one common line (20) for transferring to the direction and fluid connection with this common line It includes at least one Y connector (30) providing. The aforementioned common line (20), It extends from the aforementioned Y connector (30) towards the patient side and The bronchoalveolar lavage kit (10) is used both for delivering the lavage fluid and It forms the flow path used to transport the recovered liquid. Thus, 20 Fluids reaching the patient's side and returning from the patient's side, bronchoalveolar lavage. through the same common line (20) for a certain section within the set (10). It is being transmitted. Y connector (30), different flow 25 in bronchoalveolar lavage set (10). as a connecting element that brings together the roads with the common line (20) It is structured. In this context, the Y connector (30) has at least one washer. fluid communication of line (40) and at least one discharge line (50) with common line (20) It enables the establishment of the aforementioned washing line (40) and the aforementioned discharge line. line (50) through different arms of the Y connector (30) to the common line (20) 30 They are connected, thus enabling two separate fluid pathways with different functions to merge into a single one. The patient is connected to the connection line. With such a structure, for washing purposes... the fluid used is delivered to the patient's side and the fluid is recovered from the lungs. The transfer to the discharge direction is carried out within the same set. 6 Thanks to the arrangement of the Y connector (30) the washing line (40) The fluid conveyed through it passes through the Y connector (30) to the common line (20) It is routed and transferred to the patient side via the common line (20). In return, the fluid returned by the patient via the common line (20), Y connection 5 After reaching part (30), it can be directed to the discharge line (50). Thus, the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) consists of separate parts for washing and draining operations. while containing separate flow pathways, these flow pathways have a single common line on the patient side (20) This structure allows the process to continue. This arrangement enables the washing and... Disconnection or reconnection to a different line between unloading operations 10 This helps to reduce the need for its establishment. Washing line (40), bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) inside the washing fluid for the patient It forms the flow path that enables it to be transmitted to the side and to the Y connector (30) It is connected. There is at least one first clamp (41) on the washing line (40) 15 The first clamp mentioned (41) partially covers the cross-section of the washing line (40). or is configured to completely shut down or release, and thus controlling the flow of the washing liquid in the washing line (40) This ensures that the liquid flow during the washing process is adjusted as needed. being started, stopped or controlled independently of other flow paths 20 It is kept under control. At the end of the washing line (40) that is opposite to the Y connector (30) There is a small serum side connection terminal (42). The aforementioned serum side The connection end (42) ensures that a fluid connection is established with at least one serum bottle (43). It provides. In a possible configuration of the invention, the serum side connection end (42) The part that enters the serum bottle (43) is approximately 1 cm in diameter and approximately 2.5 cm It has a certain length, with a total length of approximately 6.5 cm. The washing fluid in the aforementioned serum bottle (43) is the serum side It passes through the connection end (42) to the washing line (40) and the first clamp (41) 30 If it is in the open position, it will move along the washing line (40) and Y connection It reaches part (30). Thus, the washing in the serum bottle (43) the fluid is directed into the common flow pathway in a controlled manner within the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10). It is possible to direct it. 7 Drainage line (50), bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) back from the lungs It creates a flow path that allows the removal of the collected washing liquid and Y It is connected to the connection piece (30). There is at least one on the discharge line (50). There is a second clamp (51). The aforementioned second clamp (51) is discharge line (50) 5 It is configured to control the flow of liquid inside. The second clamp (51) flow inside the discharge line (50) by closing it This can be prevented, and by opening it, the fluid coming back from the lungs can be stopped. It is allowed to proceed along the discharge line (50). In this way, the discharge line (50) can be opened and closed independently of washing line (40) and 10 The unloading process is carried out in a controlled manner. At the end of the discharge line (50) on the opposite side with respect to the Y connector (30). There is at least one discharge container side connection end (52). The aforementioned The discharge container side connection end (52) with at least one discharge container (53) and fluid 15 It enables the connection to be established. The drain container (53) contains the accumulated washing transparent in a way that allows the liquid and the amount of liquid to be observed from the outside It is structured as follows. Fluid recovered from the lungs is processed using the common line (20) and Y It is directed to the discharge line (50) via the connecting piece (30), second If the clamp (51) is in the open position, it will move along the discharge line (50) 20 through the discharge container side connection end (52) to the aforementioned discharge container (53) is transferred. Thus, the recovered washing liquid is collected in a separate collection volume. It is possible to collect and track the amount of liquid recovered during the process. is happening. The subject of the invention is at least one common line (20) on the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10). There is a third clamp (21). The aforementioned third clamp (21) is the common line (20) in a way that will partially or completely close or leave the cross-section free is being configured so that the fluid flow in the common line (20) is controlled. This ensures that the patient side and the Y connector piece (30) 30 The flow of fluid between them is interrupted or released as needed. At the patient end of the common line (20), the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) is placed. at least one connecting device (60) that connects to at least one endotracheal tube (70) 8 It is located. The aforementioned connection device (60), common line (20) and endotracheal tube (70) is structured in such a way as to enable the establishment of fluid communication between them. and can be connected by interlocking with standard endotracheal tubes (70) It has dimensions and geometry. In a possible configuration of the invention The connecting device (60) has an outer diameter of approximately 1.5 cm. This configuration is 5 thanks to which the washing fluid is conveyed from the common line (20) to the intubation tube (70) and fluid recovered from the lungs through the endotracheal tube (70) to the common line (20) transfer is possible, and also in the aforementioned connection area. This ensures that potential fluid leaks are prevented or reduced. One of the main innovative aspects of the invention is the bronchoalveolar lavage set that is the subject of the invention. (10) The flow lines included are wider in diameter compared to standard serum sets. The system is designed to be structured in such a way that the washing fluid is increased by increasing the pipe diameter. delivered to the lungs with a higher flow capacity and taken back from the lungs This allows the liquid to be drained in a shorter time. This enables the high-volume 15 Contributes to performing lung lavage procedures in a shorter time. is provided and potential negative consequences that may arise depending on the duration of the process. The aim is to reduce bronchoalveolarity in a possible configuration of the invention. The flow lines of the lavage set (10) have an outer diameter of approximately 1.1 cm and a circumference of approximately 3.5 cm. It is constructed to have a length of 20 Washing line (40) and discharge line (40). Line (50) is approximately 120 cm long, and common line (20) is approximately 90 cm long. It is being structured. The measurements mentioned are for illustrative purposes only and subject to terms of use. and different values ​​depending on the washing procedure to be applied It can be determined. During the washing process, the washing fluid in the serum bottle (43) is applied to the patient In order for it to be transmitted to the third side, the first clamp (41) is open, the second clamp (51) is closed. The clamp (21) is brought to the open position. In this case, the washing fluid is on the serum side. It passes through the connection end (42) and is taken to the washing line (40) and the washing line (40) It progresses along and reaches the Y connector (30). Y connector 30 The fluid is directed from part (30) to the common line (20), open the third clamp (21). Thanks to its location, it can be connected to the connection device (60) via the common line (20) and From here it is transferred to the endotracheal tube (70). Thus, the washing fluid is drained 9 directing to the patient side with the transition to line (50) blocked is provided. During the recovery of the lavage fluid from the lungs, the flow direction is changed. For this purpose, the first clamp (41) is closed, the second clamp (51) is open and the third clamp (21) is 5 The lungs are opened. Fluid returning from the lungs is first removed by intubation. through the tube (70) to the connecting device (60), then open the third clamp (21). It passes to the common line (20) where it is located. Along the common line (20) Y Liquid reaching the connector (30) when the second clamp (51) is in the open position thanks to which it is directed to the discharge line (50) and discharge container side connection 10 It is transferred from the end (52) to the discharge container (53). In this way, washing and Between the unloading stages, only the positions of the relevant clamps change. By changing the direction, it is possible to control the flow. 15 The washing line (40) and the discharge line (50) via the Y connector (30) Connecting with the common line (20), the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) on the patient side Both fluid administration and fluid withdrawal procedures are performed using the same set while maintaining the connection. It is performed on the first clamp (41) and the second clamp (51), washing line. (40) determines which of the discharge lines (50) will be active and thus Controlled transition is provided between two different flow paths. The third clamp (21) is 20 by enabling the flow within the common line (20) to be controlled when necessary fluid communication between the patient side and the washing and draining lines This structure allows for cutting. Thanks to this structure, the washing process is facilitated. between emptying operations from the serum bottle (43) or emptying container (53) of the set The need for repeated disassembly and reassembly is reduced, process 25 This contributes to preserving its integrity. The working arrangement of the bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) is high volume Contributes to more controlled and efficient washing processes. This is ensured by the extensive structuring of the flow lines, allowing the washing fluid to reach 30 faster delivery to the lungs and faster drainage of reabsorbed fluid while allowing, the connecting device (60) with the endotracheal tube (70) is more convenient and fluid. It enables the establishment of a connection aimed at reducing leakage. Y connection Washing line (40) and discharge line (50) separated by part (30) The use of this system allows washing and draining operations to be performed through a single set. It allows for its continuation. However, the third clamp (21), common line (20) the passage of fluid through which it occurs may also be stopped if necessary. by enabling the control of fluid flow within the system It is located there. Thus, both the washing fluid given to the lungs and the return 5 more reliable monitoring of the amount of fluid taken and during the process It is possible to reduce potential fluid losses. In light of all that has been explained, the invention works as follows: the washing process. During the bronchoalveolar lavage, the washing fluid in the serum bottle (43) was used. In order to be included in the set (10), the first clamp (41) must be open, the second clamp (51) must be closed and The third clamp (21) is brought to the open position. Washing fluid, serum side It passes through the connection end (42) to the washing line (40), Y connection piece (30) It is routed to the common line (20) via the third clamp (21) through the connecting apparatus (60) and the endotracheal tube (70) to the lungs 15 is transmitted. During the recovery of the washing fluid from the lungs, the first clamp (41) closed, second clamp (51) open and third clamp (21) open position The recovered fluid is brought in the endotracheal tube (70), connecting apparatus (60), third Common line (20) and Y connector (30) where clamp (21) is in the open position Directed through to the discharge line (50) and discharge container side connection end 20 It is transferred to the discharge container (53) via (52). Thus, washing and draining The procedures are performed using the same bronchoalveolar lavage set (10), on the patient side of the set. by maintaining the connection and selecting the relevant flow paths via clamps This is done. If necessary, the third clamp (21) is closed. By bringing it in, the flow of liquid in the common line (20) can be stopped. 25 The scope of protection of the invention is set out in the attached claims and is strictly adhered to. The detailed explanation cannot be limited to the examples given. Because in technology... A specialist, without deviating from the main theme of the invention, will do what is described above. It is clear that similar structures can emerge in light of this. 30 11 REFERENCE NUMBERS GIVEN IN THE FIGURE Bronchoalveolar Lavage Set Common Line 21 Third Clamp 5 Y Connector 40 Washing Lines 41 First Clamp 42 Serum Side Connector 10 43 Serum Bottles 50 Discharge Lines 51 Second Clamp 52 Discharge Container Side Connection End 15 53 Discharge Containers 60 Connectors 70 Endotracheal Tubes

Claims

12 REQUESTS 1. The invention relates to the preparation of a lavage fluid for high-volume lung lavage procedures. the passage of cleansing fluid to the lungs and its return from the lungs It is a bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) for draining; its feature is the 5 mentioned. The bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) extends towards the patient side and the washing Lung cleansing by transferring the fluid to the patient's side and removing it from the lungs. It must include at least one common line (20) used for the transport of liquid, At least one Y connection providing fluid connection with the aforementioned common line (20). It includes part (30) connected to one arm of the aforementioned Y connector (30) 10 at least one which enables the washing liquid to be conveyed to the common line (20) including washing line (40), liquid in the aforementioned washing line (40) It must contain at least one first clamp (41) that controls the flow, Y connection attached to another arm of the part (30) and taken back from the lungs 15 of the washing liquid from the common line (20) to at least one discharge container (53). It must include at least one discharge line (50) that enables the transfer of the aforementioned at least one second to control the flow of liquid in the discharge line (50) It includes a clamp (51) and is located at the patient side end of the common line (20) and fluid connection between common line (20) and at least one endotracheal tube (70) It must contain at least one connecting device (60). 20 2. A bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) according to claim 1, and its feature is; mentioned liquid flow located on common line (20) and within common line (20) to check the section of the common line (20) partially or completely at least one third party configured to close or open it 25 It contains a clamp (21).

3. A bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) according to claim 1, and its feature is; mentioned the opposite side of the washing line (40) relative to the Y connector (30) 30 It contains at least one serum side connection end (42) which provides.

4. A bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) according to claim 3, and its feature is; mentioned serum side connection end (42) located inside serum bottle (43) 13 serum to ensure that the washing liquid is transferred to the washing line (40) It is connected to the bottle (43).

5. A bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) according to claim 1, and its feature is; mentioned 5 on the opposite side of the discharge line (50) relative to the Y connector (30). at the end, into the draining container of the washing fluid taken back from the lungs (53) at least one discharge container side connection end (52) enabling transfer It includes.

6. A bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) according to claim 1, its feature is; washing 10 high volume line (40), unloading line (50) and common line (20) In lung lavage procedures, the delivery and return of the lavage fluid to the patient's side. has a flow cross-section that will accelerate the discharge of the collected washing liquid It is the fact that.

7. A bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) according to claim 6, its feature is; washing the outer edge of the line (40), the discharge line (50) and the common line (20) is approximately 1.1 cm. It has an anchor and a circumference of approximately 3.5 cm.

8. A bronchoalveolar lavage set (10) according to claim 1, and its feature is that the washing line is 20 (40) and discharge line (50) 120 cm long and common line (20) 90 It is cm in length.

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