Health care gowns with multifunctional back-covering piece and catheter access

Abstract

Healthcare gowns open at the back (1), with an incorporated or independent multipurpose back cover piece (2), designed to cover the posterior part of the patient's body when getting out of bed and therefore guarantee their privacy; protect the patient from infections by enabling them to sit without risk in the event of accidental fluid leakage; visually identify data as required by the healthcare centre; thermally insulate the patient; repel stains; capture biometric body data and biosignals, which can be uploaded to the computer system and / or analysed by the healthcare centre's artificial intelligence; and capture data to verify adherence to compliance measures and medical protocols, and for use in managing the healthcare centre, with the data being processed and analysed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence while also allowing interaction with the healthcare centre's electronic system.They also incorporate an opening (8) that allows quick access to the Port-a-Cath catheter (12) without partially removing the gown, and, when size permits, access to the entire chest area.

Description

FIELD OF INVENTION

[0001] The present invention pertains to the technical field dedicated to the manufacturing of garments for the healthcare sector.

[0002] As stated in this detailed description, the invention relates primarily to healthcare gowns with an integrated multipurpose back cover piece, designed to:

[0003] Cover the posterior part of the patient's body when getting out of bed, preserving their privacy. Protect the patient from infections, allowing sitting positions without risks in the event of accidental fluid leakage;

[0004] Visually identify any information required by the healthcare centre, e.g. the patient's insurance provider or type of ailment; thermally insulate the patient; repel stains;

[0005] Capture biometric body data and biosignals such as temperature changes, heart rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, biochemical release, etc., which can be uploaded to the computer system and / or analysed by the healthcare centre's artificial intelligence, allowing ailments to be treated with precision and speed.

[0006] Capture data to verify adherence to compliance measures and medical protocols, and to be used in managing the healthcare centre; these data can be processed and analysed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence. Interact with the healthcare centre's electronic system, e.g. to alert a nurse. It also allows quick access to the central venous catheter (Port-a-Cath) without the need to partially remove the gown.

[0007] When the horizontal opening for the catheter covers most or all of the front section, this opening can also be used to access the chest area for procedures such as breast or heart surgeries, where necessary, without the need to lift or lower the gown.PRIOR ART

[0008] In the healthcare field, it is essential to use gowns that can be removed easily and swiftly, requiring minimal patient movement and without needing to lift the patient from the bed. These gowns must be designed to expose the back when the patient is lying on the bed for extended periods.

[0009] There are currently two gown models in the healthcare setting: a straight model and a crossed model, both with a rear opening and tied with cords. Both models have the drawback of not adequately covering the posterior section, often causing a lack of privacy for the patient by partially or completely exposing this area when getting out of bed to move about, often having to resort to shawls or gowns brought from home, which may not be properly disinfected or may be uncomfortable to put on and difficult to remove and wear when the patient has drips, tubes, or catheters. The crossed model adds the inconvenience of being difficult to fasten correctly and remove easily.

[0010] The thin fabric of the gowns, which offer limited coverage and often require patients to forgo underwear, frequently leaves this area exposed, making it necessary to fit an absorbent pad before sitting whenever the patient needs it.

[0011] Furthermore, accessing a Port-a-Cath catheter is inconvenient because the gown's openings are at the rear, making it necessary to partially remove the gown, which can cause discomfort, particularly when the patient is in severe pain; the same is true when accessing treatments in the front chest area for certain conditions.

[0012] None of these models are currently designed for thermal insulation, stain repelling, visual identification of information, capture of body biometric data and biosignals or interaction with the healthcare centre's electronic system, or for capturing data on compliance measures, medical protocols or to be used in managing the healthcare centre.

[0013] A men's pyjama with top and trousers (not a gown) is also used in the healthcare field; this pyjama, while it fully covers the posterior section, is difficult to change, as it requires moving and lifting the patient and, as it opens at the front, does not expose the back when the patient is lying down, thus limiting its use to a specific patient profile.EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

[0014] The invention below integrates a multipurpose back cover piece into healthcare gowns that are open at the back, thereby allowing easy repositioning from front to back; the piece is small in size but fully covers the hip area in order to ensure the patient's privacy when standing, while also allowing comfortable movement and maintaining the gown's essential quality of being easily and quickly removable.

[0015] This piece may be fixed or detachable, attaching at the top of the gown on one or both sides, thereby allowing it to reposition from front to back over the head, or alternatively may be attached on one side so it can reposition from front to back over the hip.

[0016] The fixed piece is stitched, while the detachable piece uses cords, snaps, buttons, or any other suitable means for this purpose, thereby allowing it to be reused, changed, and washed separately.

[0017] The multipurpose back cover piece can also be unattached to the gown, to be used by those having difficulty repositioning over their head. To achieve this, the multipurpose back cover piece incorporates a strap, band or cord of fabric or any other suitable material, allowing the arms or arm to pass through it like a backpack, and / or is fastened with a fixed or independent belt in the area between the upper chest, waist, and hips (depending on the model).

[0018] The multipurpose back cover piece can be made entirely or partially from the same fabric, material, or colour as the gown, or it can be entirely or partially different to the gown, thereby incorporating the attributes of the chosen fabric, material, or colour into the gown, where applicable.

[0019] Depending on the colour and fabric or material used to manufacture the piece, the gown can offer additional functions, allowing the visual identification of information through the use of various standardised colours to indicate data such as pathology, severity, insurer, dependency level, medical team treating the patient, assigned hospital floor, or any other data that need to be viewed quickly.

[0020] Thermally insulate, waterproof or repel stains using specific fabrics in the multipurpose back cover piece.

[0021] It can also be made from disposable fabric for patients or situations with a higher risk of soiling, which is very useful in terms of protecting the gown.

[0022] Measure the patient's biometric data and biosignals for analysis and processing by the computer system and artificial intelligence, achieved using e-textiles or integrating microcontrollers with sensors and actuators (such as a Flora or Lilypad board) into the multipurpose back cover piece, transforming the gown into wearable technology. These functions can also be performed by a detachable piece that covers the catheter opening and the chest area, provided it is of sufficient size.

[0023] Capture data to verify adherence to compliance measures and medical protocols, and to be used in managing the healthcare centre; these data can be processed and analysed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence. Interact with the healthcare centre's electronic system by incorporating microchips, tags, QR codes, barcodes, cards, wireless or any other technology, including e-textiles, into the piece. These functions can also be performed by the piece used to cover the catheter opening and the chest area if it is detachable and of sufficient size.

[0024] The multipurpose back cover piece also includes cords, snaps, or other suitable elements at hip level to hold an absorbent pad, ensuring the patient is protected from any fluid loss when seated or to prevent stains on the gown while eating.

[0025] For gowns designed for patients with a Port-a-Cath catheter, an opening is incorporated at the top where the device is located, duly fastened with a cord, clasp, snap, or any suitable fastener for access to it without requiring the patient to partially disrobe. When the size of the opening so allows, it can also be used for patients needing access to the chest area without having to partially remove the gown.SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] To complement the provided description, a set of drawings is included as an integral part hereof, serving to illustrate the invention and represent it in a non-restrictive manner:

[0027] FIG. 1.—Shows the front and back of a gown that opens at the back, designed with ties to attach a multipurpose back cover either at the top or on the side, and the three types of detachable pieces that can be incorporated according to their attachment point, along with their respective cords and belts: a multipurpose side piece, a piece attached at the top on both the left and right sides, and a third piece attached only at the top on one side; two of these pieces have an absorbent pad attached, while the third does not. It also shows the opening for accessing the Port-a-Cath catheter fastened with cords.

[0028] FIG. 2.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece can transition from front to back with a simple movement over the head, nearly covering the entire rear section. In this case, the piece is permanently attached at the top of the gown on both sides, at shoulder height. It also shows the two cords to hold the absorbent pad and the front opening of the gown for the catheter.

[0029] FIG. 3.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece is attached permanently to one side of a gown, which is open at the back, transitioning with a simple movement from the front to cover the patient's back at hip level. It also shows the two cords to hold the absorbent pad and the front opening of the gown for the Port-a-Cath catheter.

[0030] FIG. 4.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece is detachable with cords and attached to a single shoulder of a gown that is open at the back, transitioning from front to back with a simple movement, almost entirely covering the patient's back. It also shows how the cords hold the absorbent pad, which remains visible at the front to protect the gown from stains during meals or treatment, and how the pad is concealed to guard against potential fluid leaks while sitting when the piece is turned to the rear. (It is evident that the absorbent pad is changed after each use.) It also shows the front opening of the gown for the Port-a-Cath catheter.

[0031] FIG. 5.—Shows in detail the opening for the Port-a-Cath catheter with its two cords for fastening.

[0032] FIG. 6.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece transitions from front to back with a simple movement over the head, almost fully covering the posterior section. In this case, the piece is detachably attached at the top of the gown at a height that allows it to cover the catheter opening when turned to the rear.

[0033] FIG. 7.—Shows an asymmetrical multipurpose back cover piece, separate from the gown, resting on one shoulder like a backpack, placed at the rear of the gown, and fastened at the waist with a fixed belt.

[0034] FIG. 8.—Shows a multipurpose back cover piece, separate from the gown, resting on both shoulders like a backpack. Shows the piece placed on the gown at the rear, fastened at waist height with a fixed belt.

[0035] FIG. 9.—Shows a multipurpose piece that covers the back in the hip area only, independent from the gown, with the absorbent pad fastened with cords; next to it, it shows the piece placed on a gown in the rear section, tied at the waist with a fixed belt.

[0036] FIG. 10.—Shows a gown with the opening for the catheter closed with a large, unfastened flap.

[0037] FIG. 11.—Shows a gown with a large horizontal opening for accessing the catheter and the entire chest area, with two cords for fastening it in the centre, with the detachable piece that covers this opening lifted, and also shows the same gown with the detachable piece that covers the opening lowered, fastened to the gown with press studs and to the sides with cords.

[0038] FIG. 12.—Shows a gown with two large horizontal openings to access the catheter and the entire chest area, with the detachable pieces that close these openings lifted, and also shows the same gown with the detachable pieces lowered, stitched to the gown, fastened to the gown with press studs and to the sides with cords.

[0039] FIG. 13.—Shows a gown with a large horizontal opening for accessing the catheter and the entire chest area, with the covering piece lifted, and also shows the same gown with the covering piece lowered, when these pieces are part of the upper front section, joined at the sides with cords.

[0040] FIG. 14.—Shows a gown with two large horizontal openings for accessing the catheter and the entire chest area, with the covering pieces lifted, and also shows the same gown with the covering pieces lowered, when these pieces are part of the upper front section, joined at the sides with cords.PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0041] The drawings in FIGS. 2, 3, and 4 show how a gown (1) that opens at the back (10) includes an opening (6) fastened with two cords (11), enabling access to the catheter (12) without the need to partially disrobe, move, or wake the patient.

[0042] The gown (1) includes a multipurpose back cover piece (2) made entirely or partially from the same or different fabric, material, or colour (including smart, wearable, and technical fabrics) which enhances the gown with the attributes of these materials. The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is fixed (FIGS. 2 and 3) or detachable (FIG. 4) and fastened with cords (4). The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is joined to the gown (1) at the top of the gown (1) on both sides or on only one, such that it can easily reposition over the head, to move from front to back and vice versa, or on one of the sides such that the piece can reposition over the hip, from front to back and vice versa, FIGS. 2, 3, 4.

[0043] The multipurpose back cover piece (2) can optionally be fitted with a belt (3) to fasten more firmly.

[0044] The multipurpose piece (2) at hip height has cords (5) to hold an absorbent pad (8).

[0045] In FIG. 7—When the multipurpose back cover piece (2) is not attached to the gown, a strap, piece, or cord (17) is integrated into the multipurpose back cover piece (2), extending from the top of the shoulder to the corresponding side, allowing sufficient space for the arm to pass through it like a backpack; the strap (17) is attached to the multipurpose back cover piece (2), fixed either at one or both ends, or with a bow, button, or any other suitable mechanism. It also incorporates a fixed (13) or independent belt to fasten it to the mid-body area (upper chest, waist, and upper hips).

[0046] In FIG. 11—When a large opening for accessing the catheter (6) is required, allowing full access to the chest area, a wide horizontal opening (6) is made at chest height on the gown (1), fastened in the centre with cords (18). This opening (2) is covered and closed with a detachable piece (15) made of the same or a different fabric, or any suitable material; in this case, the detachable piece (15) is fastened to the gown (1) at the top with five snap fasteners (19) and at the sides with cords (3) and (16).

Examples

Embodiment Construction

[0041]The drawings in FIGS. 2, 3, and 4 show how a gown (1) that opens at the back (10) includes an opening (6) fastened with two cords (11), enabling access to the catheter (12) without the need to partially disrobe, move, or wake the patient.

[0042]The gown (1) includes a multipurpose back cover piece (2) made entirely or partially from the same or different fabric, material, or colour (including smart, wearable, and technical fabrics) which enhances the gown with the attributes of these materials. The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is fixed (FIGS. 2 and 3) or detachable (FIG. 4) and fastened with cords (4). The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is joined to the gown (1) at the top of the gown (1) on both sides or on only one, such that it can easily reposition over the head, to move from front to back and vice versa, or on one of the sides such that the piece can reposition over the hip, from front to back and vice versa, FIGS. 2, 3, 4.

[0043]The multipurpose back cover piece (2...

FIELD OF INVENTION

[0001] The present invention pertains to the technical field dedicated to the manufacturing of garments for the healthcare sector.

[0002] As stated in this detailed description, the invention relates primarily to healthcare gowns with an integrated multipurpose back cover piece, designed to:

[0003] Cover the posterior part of the patient's body when getting out of bed, preserving their privacy. Protect the patient from infections, allowing sitting positions without risks in the event of accidental fluid leakage;

[0004] Visually identify any information required by the healthcare centre, e.g. the patient's insurance provider or type of ailment; thermally insulate the patient; repel stains;

[0005] Capture biometric body data and biosignals such as temperature changes, heart rate, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, biochemical release, etc., which can be uploaded to the computer system and / or analysed by the healthcare centre's artificial intelligence, allowing ailments to be treated with precision and speed.

[0006] Capture data to verify adherence to compliance measures and medical protocols, and to be used in managing the healthcare centre; these data can be processed and analysed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence. Interact with the healthcare centre's electronic system, e.g. to alert a nurse. It also allows quick access to the central venous catheter (Port-a-Cath) without the need to partially remove the gown.

[0007] When the horizontal opening for the catheter covers most or all of the front section, this opening can also be used to access the chest area for procedures such as breast or heart surgeries, where necessary, without the need to lift or lower the gown.PRIOR ART

[0008] In the healthcare field, it is essential to use gowns that can be removed easily and swiftly, requiring minimal patient movement and without needing to lift the patient from the bed. These gowns must be designed to expose the back when the patient is lying on the bed for extended periods.

[0009] There are currently two gown models in the healthcare setting: a straight model and a crossed model, both with a rear opening and tied with cords. Both models have the drawback of not adequately covering the posterior section, often causing a lack of privacy for the patient by partially or completely exposing this area when getting out of bed to move about, often having to resort to shawls or gowns brought from home, which may not be properly disinfected or may be uncomfortable to put on and difficult to remove and wear when the patient has drips, tubes, or catheters. The crossed model adds the inconvenience of being difficult to fasten correctly and remove easily.

[0010] The thin fabric of the gowns, which offer limited coverage and often require patients to forgo underwear, frequently leaves this area exposed, making it necessary to fit an absorbent pad before sitting whenever the patient needs it.

[0011] Furthermore, accessing a Port-a-Cath catheter is inconvenient because the gown's openings are at the rear, making it necessary to partially remove the gown, which can cause discomfort, particularly when the patient is in severe pain; the same is true when accessing treatments in the front chest area for certain conditions.

[0012] None of these models are currently designed for thermal insulation, stain repelling, visual identification of information, capture of body biometric data and biosignals or interaction with the healthcare centre's electronic system, or for capturing data on compliance measures, medical protocols or to be used in managing the healthcare centre.

[0013] A men's pyjama with top and trousers (not a gown) is also used in the healthcare field; this pyjama, while it fully covers the posterior section, is difficult to change, as it requires moving and lifting the patient and, as it opens at the front, does not expose the back when the patient is lying down, thus limiting its use to a specific patient profile.EXPLANATION OF THE INVENTION

[0014] The invention below integrates a multipurpose back cover piece into healthcare gowns that are open at the back, thereby allowing easy repositioning from front to back; the piece is small in size but fully covers the hip area in order to ensure the patient's privacy when standing, while also allowing comfortable movement and maintaining the gown's essential quality of being easily and quickly removable.

[0015] This piece may be fixed or detachable, attaching at the top of the gown on one or both sides, thereby allowing it to reposition from front to back over the head, or alternatively may be attached on one side so it can reposition from front to back over the hip.

[0016] The fixed piece is stitched, while the detachable piece uses cords, snaps, buttons, or any other suitable means for this purpose, thereby allowing it to be reused, changed, and washed separately.

[0017] The multipurpose back cover piece can also be unattached to the gown, to be used by those having difficulty repositioning over their head. To achieve this, the multipurpose back cover piece incorporates a strap, band or cord of fabric or any other suitable material, allowing the arms or arm to pass through it like a backpack, and / or is fastened with a fixed or independent belt in the area between the upper chest, waist, and hips (depending on the model).

[0018] The multipurpose back cover piece can be made entirely or partially from the same fabric, material, or colour as the gown, or it can be entirely or partially different to the gown, thereby incorporating the attributes of the chosen fabric, material, or colour into the gown, where applicable.

[0019] Depending on the colour and fabric or material used to manufacture the piece, the gown can offer additional functions, allowing the visual identification of information through the use of various standardised colours to indicate data such as pathology, severity, insurer, dependency level, medical team treating the patient, assigned hospital floor, or any other data that need to be viewed quickly.

[0020] Thermally insulate, waterproof or repel stains using specific fabrics in the multipurpose back cover piece.

[0021] It can also be made from disposable fabric for patients or situations with a higher risk of soiling, which is very useful in terms of protecting the gown.

[0022] Measure the patient's biometric data and biosignals for analysis and processing by the computer system and artificial intelligence, achieved using e-textiles or integrating microcontrollers with sensors and actuators (such as a Flora or Lilypad board) into the multipurpose back cover piece, transforming the gown into wearable technology. These functions can also be performed by a detachable piece that covers the catheter opening and the chest area, provided it is of sufficient size.

[0023] Capture data to verify adherence to compliance measures and medical protocols, and to be used in managing the healthcare centre; these data can be processed and analysed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence. Interact with the healthcare centre's electronic system by incorporating microchips, tags, QR codes, barcodes, cards, wireless or any other technology, including e-textiles, into the piece. These functions can also be performed by the piece used to cover the catheter opening and the chest area if it is detachable and of sufficient size.

[0024] The multipurpose back cover piece also includes cords, snaps, or other suitable elements at hip level to hold an absorbent pad, ensuring the patient is protected from any fluid loss when seated or to prevent stains on the gown while eating.

[0025] For gowns designed for patients with a Port-a-Cath catheter, an opening is incorporated at the top where the device is located, duly fastened with a cord, clasp, snap, or any suitable fastener for access to it without requiring the patient to partially disrobe. When the size of the opening so allows, it can also be used for patients needing access to the chest area without having to partially remove the gown.SHORT DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] To complement the provided description, a set of drawings is included as an integral part hereof, serving to illustrate the invention and represent it in a non-restrictive manner:

[0027] FIG. 1.—Shows the front and back of a gown that opens at the back, designed with ties to attach a multipurpose back cover either at the top or on the side, and the three types of detachable pieces that can be incorporated according to their attachment point, along with their respective cords and belts: a multipurpose side piece, a piece attached at the top on both the left and right sides, and a third piece attached only at the top on one side; two of these pieces have an absorbent pad attached, while the third does not. It also shows the opening for accessing the Port-a-Cath catheter fastened with cords.

[0028] FIG. 2.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece can transition from front to back with a simple movement over the head, nearly covering the entire rear section. In this case, the piece is permanently attached at the top of the gown on both sides, at shoulder height. It also shows the two cords to hold the absorbent pad and the front opening of the gown for the catheter.

[0029] FIG. 3.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece is attached permanently to one side of a gown, which is open at the back, transitioning with a simple movement from the front to cover the patient's back at hip level. It also shows the two cords to hold the absorbent pad and the front opening of the gown for the Port-a-Cath catheter.

[0030] FIG. 4.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece is detachable with cords and attached to a single shoulder of a gown that is open at the back, transitioning from front to back with a simple movement, almost entirely covering the patient's back. It also shows how the cords hold the absorbent pad, which remains visible at the front to protect the gown from stains during meals or treatment, and how the pad is concealed to guard against potential fluid leaks while sitting when the piece is turned to the rear. (It is evident that the absorbent pad is changed after each use.) It also shows the front opening of the gown for the Port-a-Cath catheter.

[0031] FIG. 5.—Shows in detail the opening for the Port-a-Cath catheter with its two cords for fastening.

[0032] FIG. 6.—Shows how the multipurpose back cover piece transitions from front to back with a simple movement over the head, almost fully covering the posterior section. In this case, the piece is detachably attached at the top of the gown at a height that allows it to cover the catheter opening when turned to the rear.

[0033] FIG. 7.—Shows an asymmetrical multipurpose back cover piece, separate from the gown, resting on one shoulder like a backpack, placed at the rear of the gown, and fastened at the waist with a fixed belt.

[0034] FIG. 8.—Shows a multipurpose back cover piece, separate from the gown, resting on both shoulders like a backpack. Shows the piece placed on the gown at the rear, fastened at waist height with a fixed belt.

[0035] FIG. 9.—Shows a multipurpose piece that covers the back in the hip area only, independent from the gown, with the absorbent pad fastened with cords; next to it, it shows the piece placed on a gown in the rear section, tied at the waist with a fixed belt.

[0036] FIG. 10.—Shows a gown with the opening for the catheter closed with a large, unfastened flap.

[0037] FIG. 11.—Shows a gown with a large horizontal opening for accessing the catheter and the entire chest area, with two cords for fastening it in the centre, with the detachable piece that covers this opening lifted, and also shows the same gown with the detachable piece that covers the opening lowered, fastened to the gown with press studs and to the sides with cords.

[0038] FIG. 12.—Shows a gown with two large horizontal openings to access the catheter and the entire chest area, with the detachable pieces that close these openings lifted, and also shows the same gown with the detachable pieces lowered, stitched to the gown, fastened to the gown with press studs and to the sides with cords.

[0039] FIG. 13.—Shows a gown with a large horizontal opening for accessing the catheter and the entire chest area, with the covering piece lifted, and also shows the same gown with the covering piece lowered, when these pieces are part of the upper front section, joined at the sides with cords.

[0040] FIG. 14.—Shows a gown with two large horizontal openings for accessing the catheter and the entire chest area, with the covering pieces lifted, and also shows the same gown with the covering pieces lowered, when these pieces are part of the upper front section, joined at the sides with cords.PREFERRED EMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION

[0041] The drawings in FIGS. 2, 3, and 4 show how a gown (1) that opens at the back (10) includes an opening (6) fastened with two cords (11), enabling access to the catheter (12) without the need to partially disrobe, move, or wake the patient.

[0042] The gown (1) includes a multipurpose back cover piece (2) made entirely or partially from the same or different fabric, material, or colour (including smart, wearable, and technical fabrics) which enhances the gown with the attributes of these materials. The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is fixed (FIGS. 2 and 3) or detachable (FIG. 4) and fastened with cords (4). The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is joined to the gown (1) at the top of the gown (1) on both sides or on only one, such that it can easily reposition over the head, to move from front to back and vice versa, or on one of the sides such that the piece can reposition over the hip, from front to back and vice versa, FIGS. 2, 3, 4.

[0043] The multipurpose back cover piece (2) can optionally be fitted with a belt (3) to fasten more firmly.

[0044] The multipurpose piece (2) at hip height has cords (5) to hold an absorbent pad (8).

[0045] In FIG. 7—When the multipurpose back cover piece (2) is not attached to the gown, a strap, piece, or cord (17) is integrated into the multipurpose back cover piece (2), extending from the top of the shoulder to the corresponding side, allowing sufficient space for the arm to pass through it like a backpack; the strap (17) is attached to the multipurpose back cover piece (2), fixed either at one or both ends, or with a bow, button, or any other suitable mechanism. It also incorporates a fixed (13) or independent belt to fasten it to the mid-body area (upper chest, waist, and upper hips).

[0046] In FIG. 11—When a large opening for accessing the catheter (6) is required, allowing full access to the chest area, a wide horizontal opening (6) is made at chest height on the gown (1), fastened in the centre with cords (18). This opening (2) is covered and closed with a detachable piece (15) made of the same or a different fabric, or any suitable material; in this case, the detachable piece (15) is fastened to the gown (1) at the top with five snap fasteners (19) and at the sides with cords (3) and (16).

Examples

Embodiment Construction

[0041]The drawings in FIGS. 2, 3, and 4 show how a gown (1) that opens at the back (10) includes an opening (6) fastened with two cords (11), enabling access to the catheter (12) without the need to partially disrobe, move, or wake the patient.

[0042]The gown (1) includes a multipurpose back cover piece (2) made entirely or partially from the same or different fabric, material, or colour (including smart, wearable, and technical fabrics) which enhances the gown with the attributes of these materials. The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is fixed (FIGS. 2 and 3) or detachable (FIG. 4) and fastened with cords (4). The multipurpose back cover piece (2) is joined to the gown (1) at the top of the gown (1) on both sides or on only one, such that it can easily reposition over the head, to move from front to back and vice versa, or on one of the sides such that the piece can reposition over the hip, from front to back and vice versa, FIGS. 2, 3, 4.

[0043]The multipurpose back cover piece (2...

Claims

1. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6), characterised by comprising:An opening (6) in the front of the gown (1) at chest height, allowing direct access to the catheter (12) and, when size permits, the entire chest area.A multipurpose back cover piece (2), either independent or attached permanently or detachably to a gown (1) open at the patient's back (10), which passes to the posterior section with a simple repositioning of the front of the gown (1), covering it when the patient rises from the bed, thus preserving their privacy without affecting the ease and speed at which the gown is removed (1). Manufactured entirely or partly from the same fabric, material, or colour as the gown (1), or from a different fabric, material, or colour as the gown (1), thereby integrating into the gown (1) the attributes provided by such fabric, material, or colour. The multipurpose back cover piece (2) makes it possible to:Visually identify through colour the data previously standardised by the healthcare centre.Thermally insulate the patient.Protect from stains and repel dirt.Capture biometric body data and biosignals, which can be analysed and processed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence.Protect the patient from infections when sitting and prevent bodily fluids from staining the seat surface.Capture data to verify adherence to compliance measures and medical protocols, and to be used in managing the healthcare centre: these data can be processed and analysed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence.Interact with the healthcare centre's electronic system.

2. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2), if fastened to the gown (1), will be stitched or attached using another suitable method.

3. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2), if detachably attached to the gown (1), will be fastened with cords (4), fasteners, or any other suitable system.

4. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2) can be fixed or detachably attached to the top of the gown (1) or on one of the two sides, allowing it to reposition easily from front to back and vice versa.

5. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6), as described in claim 1, characterised in that the back cover piece (2) has minimum dimensions that cover the entire hip lengthwise, similar in width to the front piece of the gown (1).

6. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2) can be made of thermal material or fabric.

7. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2) can be made of stain-resistant or absorbent material or fabric.

8. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2) can be a wearable technology, using e-textiles or materials, microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators, in order to capture biometric body data and biosignals, which can be analysed and processed by the healthcare centre's computer system and artificial intelligence.

9. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2) incorporates two cords (5), snaps, fasteners, or any other suitable system at hip level to hold an absorbent pad (8).

10. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised by incorporating an opening (8) at catheter level, fastened with two cords (11), snaps, buttons, or any suitable system.

11. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (8) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2) can be made of disposable material or fabric.

12. Healthcare gowns (1) with multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2) can incorporate microchips, cards, QR codes, barcodes, wireless devices, electronics, and any suitable technology, allowing interaction with the healthcare centre's computer and electronic system, and also capture and analyse data to verify adherence to compliance measures and medical protocols and facilitate management tasks.

13. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece (2), if independent from the gown (1), is supported on the body in two ways:Like a backpack, on one or both shoulders, allowing the arm to pass through a piece, strap, or cord (17) made of the same or different fabric, or any suitable material, with the piece, strap, or cord (17) extending from the upper area closest to the shoulder to the corresponding side, with a length that at least allows the arm to pass through, with the multipurpose piece (2) also being fastened in the area between the upper chest, waist, or upper hips by means of a fixed or independent belt (13), if so desired.When the piece only covers the hip area, it is supported on the body fastened to the area between the upper chest, waist, or high hip with a fixed or independent belt (13).

14. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 1, characterised in that it has a catheter opening (8) that extends across part or nearly all of the chest, either as a single opening (6) or divided into two or more openings (6).

15. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 4, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece located at the top is fastened on both sides, right and left.

16. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 4, characterised in that the multipurpose back cover piece located at the top will be fastened on one side only, right or left.

17. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 10, characterised in that, when the opening (6) is closed by means of a flap or piece of fabric (14) large enough to cover it completely, the flap or piece of fabric (14) will not require any additional fastening to attach it to the gown (11).

18. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 10, characterised in that when the catheter opening (6) is of a size that covers all or almost all the chest, it will be closed by covering it with a piece or pieces of fabric (15) attached to the gown.(1) in three ways:Forming a single piece (15) with the upper part of the gown (1).Attached to the gown by stitching or similar.Such that the snaps (19) cords, buttons or any suitable mechanism can be released.

19. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 13, characterised in that the piece, strap, or cord (17) will be fixed to the multipurpose piece (2) at both ends, either closed or open for adjustment, or attached to one or both ends with a snap, button, or any suitable mechanism.

20. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 18, characterised in that the piece or pieces (15) will have a minimum sufficient size to cover the entire opening (6), preventing the chest from being visible, and, if desired, fastened at the sides with cords (16), buttons, snaps, or any suitable mechanism.

21. Healthcare gowns (1) with a multipurpose back cover piece (2) and catheter opening (6) according to claim 18, characterised in that the piece or pieces (15), when detachable, can:Be of the same or different fabric and colour, including technical and disposable fabrics, incorporating the attributes of such fabrics into the gown (1).Be wearable technology, using e-textiles or materials, microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators to capture biometric body data and biosignals for processing by the computer system and the healthcare centre's artificial intelligence.Incorporate microchips, cards, QR codes, barcodes, wireless, electronic devices, and any suitable technology allowing interaction with the healthcare centre's computer and electronic system and also capture data to verify adherence to compliance measures, medical protocols, perform management tasks, and interact with the healthcare centre's electronic system.

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