Modular lead vest carriage system for cerebral angiography

Abstract

The invention relates to a modular lead vest carriage system which enables the carry of lead vests, which provide radiation protection for the user (healthcare personnel, physician, etc.) in cerebral angiography, without causing weight to the healthcare personnel and which can be used as a seat when desired.

Description

[0001] MODULAR LEAD VEST CARRIAGE SYSTEM FOR CEREBRAL ANGIOGRAPHY

[0002] Technical Field

[0003] The invention relates to a modular lead vest carriage system which enables the carry of lead vests, which provide radiation protection for the user (healthcare personnel, physician, etc.) in cerebral angiography, without causing weight to the healthcare personnel and which can be used as a seat when desired.

[0004] Prior Art

[0005] Angiography is a technique used in the field of medical imaging, which makes it possible to examine blood vessels. During the angiography procedure, a radioopaque substance is injected into the blood vessels, which can be visualised using X-rays to clearly reveal the structure of the vessels. However, since radiation exposure is involved in the angiography procedure, the safety of health professionals is of paramount importance.

[0006] In radiology, lead vests are used to reduce radiation exposure. These vests can be made of lead or leaded material to provide protection against radiation. Lead vests are used for protection against radiation, especially for radiological technicians, radiologists and other health professionals. The weight of lead vests used in radiology can vary, usually depending on the size and design of the vest and the material used. A standard radiation protection vest can weigh approximately 5 to 10 kilogrammes. However, this weight can vary depending on the thickness of the vest, the density of the lead or leaded material used and other factors. However, lead vests worn for radiological imaging may cause muscle fatigue depending on the duration of the operation. Muscle fatigue is defined as a temporary feeling of weakness or exhaustion of the muscles while performing physical activity or functions. Muscles use oxygen and nutrients to contract and produce energy while performing an activity. During this process, metabolic products accumulate in the muscles, microdamages occur in the muscle fibres and the muscles feel fatigue. This fatigue will reduce the efficiency of the procedure as it will create an ineffective working condition with a feeling of fatigue in the procedure performed on the patient with the shooting.

[0007] W02008076640A2 discloses systems and methods for the implementation of a suspended personal radiation protection system.

[0008] KR101681286B1 discloses a high-speed walking attitude control apparatus for a wearable exoskeleton robot.

[0009] US2023389677A1 discloses a radiation protective clothing, a weight transfer support system and a method of construction and use of this system.

[0010] When the studies in the prior art are examined, it was necessary to develop a modular lead vest carriage system that enables the carry of lead vests, which provide radiation protection of healthcare personnel in cerebral angiography, without causing weight to the healthcare personnel and can be used as a seat when desired.

[0011] Objectives of the Invention

[0012] The object of the present invention is to develop a modular lead vest carriage system that enables the carry of lead vests, which provide radiation protection of healthcare personnel in cerebral angiography, without causing weight to the healthcare personnel and can be used as a seat when desired.

[0013] Another object of the present invention is to develop a modular lead vest carriage system that can be quickly put on and taken off and allows the operating physician to move freely around the stretcher during the angiography procedure.

[0014] Another object of the present invention is to develop a modular lead vest carriage system that improves the safety of medical personnel and allows the angiography procedure to be performed more efficiently and successfully.

[0015] Deatiled Description of the Invention The lead vest carriage system provided to achieve the objects of the present invention are shown in the attached figures.

[0016] Figures;

[0017] Figure 1: A view of the lead vest carriage system according to the invention.

[0018] Figure 2: A view of the lead vest carriage system according to the invention, in the normal and seated position.

[0019] Figure 3: A view of the lead vest carriage system according to the invention, showing a view from a different angle in the normal and seated position.

[0020] The parts in the figures are numbered individually, and the corresponding descriptions are given below.

[0021] 1. Lead vest

[0022] 2. Vest carrying tray

[0023] 3. Seat piece

[0024] 4. Hydraulic piston

[0025] 5. Foot manipulator clamping piece

[0026] 6. Foot manipulator

[0027] 7. Joint

[0028] 8. Ground support piece

[0029] 9. Foot fixing tie

[0030] A modular lead vest carriage system which enables the transport of lead vests, which protect the user from radiation in cerebral angiography, without weighting the health personnel and which can be used as a seat when desired, comprises,

[0031] - Vest carrying tray (2),

[0032] - Lead vest (1) placed on the vest carrying tray (2) to protect the user from radiation,

[0033] Seat piece (3) connected to the vest carrying tray (2) and allowing the user to sit down, Ground support piece (8) connected to the seat piece (3) and ensuring a stable position of the system,

[0034] - Hydraulic piston (4) in connection with the seat piece (3),

[0035] - Joint (7) connected to the hydraulic piston (4) and providing angular movement to the hydraulic piston (4),

[0036] - Foot manipulator (6) for connecting the ground support piece (8) and the seat piece (3),

[0037] - The foot manipulator clamping piece (5) on the foot manipulator (6), which is positioned to coincide with the user's shin bone and provides stabilisation of the user's leg,

[0038] - Foot fixing tie (9) located on the ground support piece (8) and allowing the user's foot to be fixed.

[0039] In the system according to the invention, the lead vest (1) is first hung on the vest carrying tray (2). The vest carrying tray (2) is rotationally connected to the seat piece (3). The physician (user) puts on the lead vest (2) and the foot manipulator (6) and fixes it by rotating the joint (7) on the foot manipulator (6). When the physician is standing, the entire weight due to the centre of gravity effect is transferred from the vest carrying tray (2) to the foot manipulator (6) by balancing the seat piece (3), hydraulic piston (4) and joint (7). The weight is thus transferred from the lead vest (1) to the foot manipulator (6). When the physician sits down, the seat piece (3) comes to the seat position by rotational movement with the vest carrying tray (2) and hydraulic piston (4) to which it is axially connected. Hydraulic piston (4) is connected with seat piece (3) and joint (7). The system containing the hydraulic piston (4) is the part that keeps the whole mechanism in balance. In other words, it balances the force. At the same time, when the physician wants to sit, he / she performs the sitting process with the stabilising force of the hydraulic piston (4). With the scope of that, the joint (7) is the balancing part that provides angular movement to the hydraulic piston (4).

[0040] For a balanced position in the sitting position, the ground support piece (8) provides support by contacting the surface. When the physician stands up, the mechanism is automatically restored with the force applied by the hydraulic piston (4). After the physician's foot is placed on the foot manipulator (6), the leg is fixed by closing the foot manipulator clamping piece (5). In addition, the foot is fixed at the point of shoe connection with the foot fixing tie (9).

Claims

CLAIMS1. A modular lead vest carriage system which enables the transport of lead vests, which protect the user from radiation in cerebral angiography, without weighting the health personnel and which can be used as a seat when desired, characterized by, it comprises,- Vest carrying tray (2),Seat piece (3) connected to the vest carrying tray (2) and allowing the user to sit down,- Ground support piece (8) connected to the seat piece (3) and ensuring a stable position of the system,- Hydraulic piston (4) in connection with the seat piece (3),- Joint (7) connected to the hydraulic piston (4) and providing angular movement to the hydraulic piston (4),- Foot manipulator (6) for connecting the ground support piece (8) and the seat piece (3),- The foot manipulator clamping piece (5) on the foot manipulator (6), which is positioned to coincide with the user's shin bone and provides stabilisation of the user's leg,2. A modular lead vest carriage system according to the claim 1, characterized by, it comprises, lead vest (1) placed on the vest carrying tray (2) to protect the user from radiation,3. A modular lead vest carriage system according to the claim 1, characterized by, it comprises, foot fixing tie (9) located on the ground support piece (8) and allowing the user's foot to be fixed.

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