Auxiliary device for operating suction catheter
The suction catheter operating aid stabilizes suction tube rotation using a handle mechanism, addressing the need for skilled manual control in conventional catheters, ensuring safe and comfortable sputum aspiration.
WO2025211566A1 Publication Date: 2025-10-09KIM HONG-HOAN
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/KR2025/001991
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-04-01
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-11
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-09
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Conventional suction catheters require skilled manual movements to avoid damaging the bronchial mucosa during sputum suction, leading to patient discomfort and operator anxiety, especially for inexperienced users.
Method used
A suction catheter operating aid with a handle mechanism that includes a left and right handle, rotating body, and a rack and pinion structure to mechanically rotate the suction tube, ensuring even distribution of suction pressure.
Benefits of technology
Enables safe and comfortable sputum suction regardless of operator skill level, reducing mucosal damage and enhancing satisfaction for both the practitioner and patient.
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Abstract
The present invention relates to an auxiliary device for operating a suction catheter, the device comprising: a handle unit (100) including a left handle (120) and a right handle (140) which move in opposite directions to widen or narrow a gap therebetween; and a rotating body (200) which is positioned between the left handle (120) and the right handle (140) to hold and support a suction tube (300), and rotates according to the operation of the left handle (120) and the right handle (140), wherein as the rotating body (200) rotates according to the operation of the handle unit (100), the suction tube (300) can rotate.
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