"surgical gown, surgical field and surgical kit"t

Abstract

The present invention discloses a surgical gown comprising: a neck opening; a front portion connected to a rear portion; and two sleeves connected to the front portion and the rear portion. The surgical gown further comprises at least one means for connecting to a cover connected to a lower end of the surgical gown on an outer surface, arranged to be connected to a transparent film or an opaque film arranged to isolate a surgical field; and at least one means for connecting to a patient connected to the lower end of the surgical gown on an inner surface, arranged to be connected to a patient's body. The rear portion comprises at least one closure means configured to close the surgical gown. Each sleeve comprises a ribbed cuff. The surgical gown is arranged for use during Caesarean section surgeries. The present invention aims to reduce the risk of hospital-acquired infection during a mother-assisted Caesarean section, allowing the mother to hold her child for the first time immediately after removal from the uterus and also allowing her to cut the umbilical cord at the appropriate time, without risk of contamination of the surgical wound.

Description

[0001] "Surgical gown, surgical drape, and surgical kit"

[0002] Field of Invention

[0003]

[0001] The surgical apron that is the subject of the present invention falls within the field of protective clothing, more specifically, within the field of surgical aprons intended for patients during cesarean section surgeries.

[0004] Background of the Invention

[0005]

[0002] Currently, more and more people are seeking a more humanized birth, reflecting a growing movement that prioritizes respect for the woman's individuality and the mother's protagonism during childbirth. This concept of humanizing childbirth proposes a more welcoming approach, allowing women greater control over their choices, including the possibility of experiencing the process in a more natural and emotionally connected way. This movement aims to reclaim the essence of childbirth as a physiological and personal event, returning to the mother the protagonism of this very important moment.

[0006]

[0003] In this context, mother-assisted cesarean sections, or "humanized cesarean sections," emerge as a type of cesarean delivery in which the mother actively participates in the birth of the baby, offering an experience closer to natural childbirth. Unlike traditional cesarean sections, this procedure allows the mother greater interaction during the process, such as the possibility of visualizing the birth through a transparent drape, cutting the umbilical cord, and holding her child for the first time after the baby is removed from the uterus. This method promotes a more welcoming and emotionally engaging environment, prioritizing the immediate bond between mother and baby, while maintaining the necessary medical protocols for the safety of both. Assisted cesarean sections seek to balance the benefits of surgical intervention with the sensitivity and active participation of the woman, creating a more personalized and less distant birth experience.

[0004] However, with the idea of ​​mother-assisted cesarean section, some obstacles also arise, mainly in relation to the difficulty of ensuring the sterilization of the surgical field, so that the mother's participation does not compromise adequate sterilization.

[0007]

[0005] In the state of the art, some prior techniques have already attempted to provide solutions to similar problems. Examples of the state of the art include: CN21645351 OU, CN211065122U, US5062159A and US5088117A.

[0008]

[0006] Document CN216453510U discloses an obstetrical apron for women comprising an upper and a lower piece, wherein both the upper and lower pieces are sewn together. The upper piece has an abdominal protection area installed in the central region via a zipper; the abdominal protection area projects outwards and is arranged in the form of folded pleats. An elastic band area is provided at one end of the upper piece, near the lower piece and the waist area. The end of the jacket, near the elastic band area and the waist area, is sewn with the male surface of the first Velcro, which cooperates respectively with the female surface, and the male and female surfaces of the first Velcro are arranged correspondingly, with the elastic band area located in the middle of the male and female surfaces of the first Velcro. CN2 16453510U further discloses the possibility of fastening and unfastening long sleeves.

[0009]

[0007] CN216453510U, however, does not mention the possibility of having a lower garment separate from the upper garment, nor does it mention an apron that is integrated into the film or blanket used to isolate the surgical field, in order to enable mother-assisted delivery, in which the mother herself actively participates in the removal of the baby from the uterus.

[0010]

[0008] Document CN211065122U discloses an obstetric hospital gown comprising a jacket and trousers. The jacket consists of a front and a back, with the outer sides of the jacket body of the front and back parts and the inner sides of the sleeves sewn together as a single piece. The outer sides of the sleeves of the front and back parts are removablely connected. Lactation openings are formed on the left and right sides of the front of the jacket, and locking pieces are arranged on the outside of these openings. The trousers comprise a front and a back, with the inner and outer sides of the legs sewn together as a single piece, and the waistband sides of the front and back parts of the trousers are movably connected. The trousers have underwear inside, and pockets are arranged on both sides of the legs.

[0011]

[0009] CN211065122U, however, does not mention an apron that can be connected to a transparent film or an opaque covering in order to protect the surgical field, revealing only an upper garment connected to an abdominal piece, which is positioned in the region of a scar, facilitating examination of the region and promoting greater privacy for the mother.

[0012]

[0010] Document US5062159A discloses a hospital gown for patients comprising a lower and an upper part, which are joined in a removable manner. The wraparound lower part is fastened with an adjustable drawstring at a patient's waist and a series of detachable fasteners along the overlapping seam. Front and back panels are sewn to the upper edge of the lower part, forming a main front flap that passes through an auxiliary front flap, attached to one of the sleeves of the back panel and pulled over the user's shoulder to one side of the chest. Other parts of the sleeves of the front and back panels have a detachable seam along the upper edge.

[0013]

[0011] US5062159A, however, does not mention an apron that is integrated into the film or blanket used to isolate the surgical field, and that enables mother-assisted delivery, in which the mother herself actively participates in removing the baby from the uterus.

[0014]

[0012] Document US5088117 A discloses a hospital gown that has a top section composed of four pieces – two pieces for the right side (front and back) and two pieces for the left side (front and back). The two pieces are identical for the left side and the other two pieces are identical for the right side. The top section of the gown has body lines that widen upward on each side of the neck cutout, similar to the wings of a butterfly. The sleeves are actually openings on the outer upper edges that extend about two-thirds of the way to the bottom of the top section.The patient's shoulders extend beyond the neck cutout approximately one-quarter to one-third of the way to the outer edges, so that the outer portions loosen to form discreet sleeves that have no bottom but open inward at the top, allowing intravenous solution containers to pass through them without disconnecting the sterile connection to the patient. The bottom is a wraparound panel configured to enclose the patient. The back and front portions of the top include hook-and-loop closures along the entire length, and the bottom of the wraparound panel includes hook-and-loop closures in addition to a drawstring.

[0015]

[0013] US5088117A, however, does not mention an apron that is integrated into the film or blanket used to isolate the surgical field, and which enables the occurrence of mother-assisted delivery, being US5088117A inefficient in preventing contamination during cesarean section.

[0016]

[0014] Considering the solutions of the state of the art, it is verified that these do not solve the technical problem related to the difficulty of guaranteeing the sterilization of the surgical field during cesarean section assisted by the mother, thus illustrating the need for new solutions on the market.

[0017] Objectives of the Invention

[0018]

[0015] The present invention aims to disclose a sterile surgical apron to be connected to a surgical field, reducing the risk of hospital infection during mother-assisted cesarean section, enabling the mother to hold her child for the first time immediately after birth and also allowing her to cut the umbilical cord promptly, without risk of contamination of the surgical wound.

[0019]

[0016] Another objective of the present invention is to provide the patient with the possibility of actively participating in her own cesarean section in a safe manner, creating a humanized birth experience.

[0020] Brief Description of the Invention

[0021]

[0017] The present invention discloses a surgical apron comprising: an opening for the neck; a front portion connected to a back portion; and two sleeves connected to the front and back portions.

[0022]

[0018] The surgical gown further comprises at least one means of connection to the covering connected to a lower end of the surgical gown on an external surface, configured to be connected to a transparent film or an opaque film configured to isolate a surgical field; and at least one means of connection to the patient connected to the lower end of the surgical gown on an internal surface, configured to be connected to a patient's body.

[0023]

[0019] The rear portion comprises at least one fastening means configured to close the surgical apron.

[0024]

[0020] Each sleeve includes a ribbed cuff.

[0025]

[0021] The surgical gown is designed for use during cesarean section surgeries.

[0026]

[0022] The means of attachment to the cover is at least one of: double-sided adhesive tape, velcro, zipper, snap buttons, seam magnets, carabiners, ribbons and / or snap tape.

[0027]

[0023] The means of connection to the patient is at least one of: sterile surgical adhesive, such as sterile adhesive strips or films; silicone bands; sterile surgical tapes; polyurethane film; occlusive films; and / or surgical acrylic adhesives.

[0028]

[0024] The surgical gown is between 400 and 700 mm long, between 1400 and 1600 mm wide when open, between 200 and 350 mm long at the neckline, between 450 and 500 mm long at the sleeve and between 50 and 100 mm long at the ribbed cuff.

[0029]

[0025] The surgical gown is made of sterile, water-repellent, disposable fabric or resterilizable material.

[0030]

[0026] The surgical gown is made of at least one of the following materials: made of 100% polypropylene SSMMS (Spunbond-Spunbond-Meltblown-Meltblown-Spunbond) non-woven trilaminate, a liquid and body fluid repellent material, sterilized with ethylene oxide; and / or 100% cotton.

[0031]

[0027] The ribbed cuff is made of accordion knit.

[0032]

[0028] The present invention also discloses a surgical field comprising a surgical apron as defined by the present invention.

[0033]

[0029] The present invention further discloses a surgical kit comprising a surgical apron, as defined by the present invention, scissors and a transparent film with a tilting window.

[0034]

[0030] The scissors are made of at least one of: polypropylene (PP), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), stainless steel, titanium, ceramic, polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and / or polyphenylsulfone (PPSU).

[0035]

[0031] The surgical kit may also include a pantograph configured to register visual or graphic elements on the scissors.

[0036] Brief Description of the Drawings

[0032] The present invention will be described in more detail after the presentation of the figures, which contain some preferred configurations. The figures show:

[0037]

[0033] Figure 1 shows a perspective view of a configuration of the front portion of the surgical apron.

[0038]

[0034] Figure 2 shows a perspective view of a configuration of the back portion of the surgical apron.

[0039]

[0035] Figure 3 shows a perspective view of a realization of the surgical drape used in conjunction with the surgical gown for cesarean delivery.

[0040]

[0036] Figure 4 shows a perspective view of a preferred configuration of the surgical gown being used in conjunction with a surgical drape for cesarean delivery, where the tilting window is closed.

[0041]

[0037] Figure 5 shows a perspective view of a preferred configuration of the surgical gown being used in conjunction with a surgical drape for cesarean delivery, in which the tilting window is open.

[0042]

[0038] Figure 6 shows a perspective view of an alternative configuration of the surgical gown being used in conjunction with a surgical drape for cesarean delivery, in which there is an opaque film instead of a transparent one, and the tilting window is open.

[0043]

[0039] Figure 7 shows a perspective view of a realization of the sterile surgical kit that is given to the patient before surgery, including a transparent film, a surgical gown and scissors.

[0044]

[0040] The reference numbers used in this application are: 1 - surgical field; 2 - opaque drape; 3 - central opening; 4 - bag; 5 - transparent film; 6 - adhesives; 7 - metal tent; 8 - surgical table; 9 - opening; 10 - tilting window; 11 - adhesive; 12 - surgical gown; 13 - ribbed cuff; 14 - drape connection means; 15 - neck opening; 16 - closure means; 17 - front portion; 18 - back portion; 19 - sleeve; 20 - patient connection means; 21 - surgical kit; 22 - scissors; 23 - box; and SE - electrostatic welding.

[0045] Detailed Description of the Invention

[0046]

[0041] Before the invention is described in detail, it should be understood that it is not limited to the specific component parts of the described apparatus, as such components may vary. It should also be understood that the terminology used herein is only for the purpose of describing particular embodiments and is not intended to be limiting. It should be noted that, as used in the descriptive report and appended claims, the singular forms "a", "an", "the" and "the" include singular and / or plural referents, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that, in the case of parameter ranges delimited by numerical values ​​being provided, the ranges are considered to include these limiting values.

[0047]

[0042] It should also be understood that the modalities disclosed herein should not be understood as individual modalities that are unrelated to each other. The characteristics discussed with one modality should also be disclosed in connection with other modalities shown herein. If, in one case, a specific characteristic is not disclosed with one modality but with another, the person skilled in the art would understand that this does not necessarily mean that the characteristic is not intended to be disclosed with the other modality. The person skilled in the art would understand that the essence of this request is to disclose the characteristic also for the other modality, but that only for the sake of clarity and to keep this descriptive report to a manageable volume, this has not been done.

[0048]

[0043] The present invention discloses a surgical apron 12 to be integrated into a surgical field 1 for cesarean section, which, in addition to protecting the surgical field 1 from contamination, allows immediate contact between the patient and the baby after birth, so that the mother actively participates in the birth by cutting the umbilical cord and touching and holding the baby immediately after birth. An embodiment of the upper portion of the surgical apron 12 is shown in figures 1 and 2.

[0049]

[0044] The surgical gown 12 protects the patient, the baby and the surgical field 1 during childbirth, preventing contamination of the surgical wound.

[0050]

[0045] The present invention discloses a surgical apron 12, comprising: a neck opening 15; a front portion 17 connected to a back portion 18; and two sleeves 19 connected to the front portion 17 and to the back portion 18.

[0051]

[0001] The surgical gown 12 further comprises at least one means of connection to the covering 14 connected to a lower end of the surgical gown 12 on an external surface, configured to be connected to a transparent film 5 or an opaque film 2 configured to isolate a surgical field 1; and at least one means of connection to the patient 20 connected to the lower end of the surgical gown 12 on the internal surface, configured to be connected to the body of a patient. Thus, the surgical gown 12 has a flap at its lower end that has a dual function, on one side (external surface) it is attached to the transparent film 5 or the opaque covering 2, and on the other side (internal surface) it is connected to the patient's body.

[0052]

[0046] The rear portion 18 comprises at least one fastening means 16 configured to fasten the surgical apron 12.

[0053]

[0047] Each sleeve 19 comprises a ribbed cuff 13.

[0054]

[0048] Surgical gown 12 is configured to be used preferably during cesarean section surgeries.

[0049] The means of connecting to the cover 14 is preferably at least one of: double-sided adhesive tape, velcro, zipper, snap buttons, seam magnets, carabiners, ribbons and / or snap tape.

[0055]

[0050] Snap tape is a narrow strip of fabric or synthetic material to which a series of snap buttons are attached. These buttons allow the tape to be easily opened and closed, making it easy to use in clothing, accessories, or other types of products that require practical closures. Snap tape allows closures to be attached quickly and efficiently, without the need to sew the buttons individually.

[0056]

[0051] The surgical drape 1 is attached to a metal tent 7 using double-sided adhesive tape or Velcro (preferably double-sided adhesive tape). The surgical drape 1 is preferably constructed with a transparent film 5 to facilitate visualization of the baby. The surgical gown 12 can be attached to the surgical drape 1 using adhesive tape, but it can also be attached with Velcro. Adhesive tape is preferred as it reduces the risk of infection. However, Velcro is useful if the mother does not wish to use the gown – as this allows it to be detached from the surgical drape 1.

[0057]

[0052] The means of connecting to patient 20 is preferably at least one of: sterile surgical adhesive, such as sterile adhesive strips or films; silicone bands; sterile surgical tapes; polyurethane film; occlusive films; and / or surgical acrylic adhesives. Preferably, the adhesive tape is of the double-sided type.

[0058]

[0053] Surgical gown 12 is between 400 and 700 mm long, between 1400 and 1600 mm wide when open, between 200 and 350 mm long at the neckline, between 450 and 500 mm long at the sleeve 19 and between 50 and 100 mm long at the ribbed cuff 13.

[0059]

[0054] Preferably, surgical gown 12 is made in a standard one-size-fits-all, to facilitate the production and marketing of the product. In the preferred configuration, the surgical gown is 500 mm long, 1500 mm wide when open, 250 mm long at the neckline, 480 mm long at the sleeve, 80 mm long at the knit cuff, and 400 mm long at the neck closure straps.

[0060]

[0055] Surgical gown 12 should be made of lightweight, flexible material, allowing the patient to move so that the baby's umbilical cord can be cut promptly after delivery and the baby can be picked up through the window in the surgical field 1. Surgical gown 12 is preferably made of sterile, water-repellent, and disposable fabric. Alternatively, the material is resterilizable.

[0061]

[0056] Surgical gown 12 is made of at least one of the following materials: made of 100% polypropylene SSMMS (Spunbond-Spunbond-Meltblown-Meltblown-Spunbond) non-woven trilaminate, a liquid and body fluid repellent material, sterilized with ethylene oxide; and / or 100% cotton.

[0062]

[0057] If disposable fabrics are used, such as those made from 100% polypropylene SSMMS nonwoven trilaminate, all colors may be used. If reusable fabrics are used, such as 100% cotton, blue and green are preferred.

[0063]

[0058] Customizing the color of surgical gowns 12 is important because of a visual phenomenon that occurs during medical procedures. Red, which is at the opposite end of the color spectrum from blue and green, can cause an optical illusion called "complementary color ghosting." During surgery, healthcare professionals focus intensely on the red of the blood. If the gowns were white, these bluish-green "ghosts" could appear throughout the field of vision, making it difficult to concentrate at critical moments.

[0064]

[0059] The use of blue and green surgical gowns and drapes helps to neutralize these effects, improving the visibility and focus of doctors. However, since the mother's surgical gown 12 will not be in the surgical field, it can be customized in other colors, such as pink or yellow, without compromising the safety or concentration of the professionals. These colors can be chosen to celebrate the birth, reflecting the baby's gender and making the moment even more personalized.

[0065]

[0060] The ribbed cuff 13 is made of ribbed knit.

[0066]

[0061] The present invention also discloses a surgical field 1 comprising a surgical apron 12 as defined by the present invention.

[0067]

[0062] The present invention further discloses a surgical kit 21 comprising a surgical gown 12, as defined by the present invention, scissors 22 and a transparent film 5 with a tilting window. The surgical kit 21 is intended to make the experience more memorable for the patient, allowing her to take home the scissors 22 with which the umbilical cord was cut. In addition, it can be purchased separately for use as an accessory to traditional surgical drapes. The surgical kit 21 comes with all components properly sterilized for use in cesarean section.

[0068]

[0063] Scissors 22 are made of at least one of: polypropylene (PP), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), stainless steel, titanium, ceramic, polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and / or polyphenylsulfone (PPSU).

[0069]

[0064] The #22 scissors do not need to be made of surgical steel; they can be made of a cheaper material. The body or handle of the #22 scissors is preferably made of plastic polymers, such as polypropylene or ABS, due to their durability and low cost. The blades, in turn, are preferably made of stainless steel to ensure efficient cutting and resistance to corrosion. The plastic provides lightness, while the metal provides cutting efficiency, making the #22 scissors practical and economical for disposable use.

[0065] The surgical kit #21 may also include a pantograph (a metal pen-shaped engraver) configured to record visual or graphic elements on the #22 scissors. The purpose of the pantograph is to record the baby's name during surgery. In principle, there are some engraver models that can be used on plastic, making it unnecessary for the #22 scissors to be made of stainless steel.

[0070]

[0066] It should be noted that the drawings presented are not necessarily to scale, being merely conceptual in nature. Nevertheless, it is expressly provided that all combinations of elements that perform the same function substantially in the same way to achieve the same results as the elements now claimed are within the scope of the present invention. Finally, it should be noted that the scope of protection of the present invention covers other possible variations, not being limited solely by the content of the claims alone, including possible equivalents.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. Surgical gown (12), comprising: a neck opening (15); a front portion (17) connected to a back portion (18); two sleeves (19) connected to the front portion (17) and to the back portion (18); characterized by comprising: at least one means of connection to the cover (14) connected to a lower end of the surgical gown (12) on an outer surface, configured to be connected to a transparent film (5) or an opaque film (2) configured to isolate a surgical field (1); at least one means of connection to the patient (20) connected to the lower end of the surgical gown (12) on the inner surface, configured to be connected to a patient's body; wherein, the back portion (18) comprises at least one means of closure (16) configured to close the surgical gown (12); wherein, each sleeve (19) comprises a ribbed cuff (13);and given that the surgical apron (12) is configured to be used during cesarean section type surgeries.; 2. Surgical apron (12), according to claim 1, characterized in that the means of connecting to the cover (14) is at least one of: double-sided adhesive tape, velcro, zipper, snap buttons, seam magnets, carabiners, ribbons and / or snap tape.

3. Surgical apron (12), according to claim 1, characterized in that the means of connection to the patient (20) is at least one of: sterile surgical adhesive, such as sterile adhesive strips or films; silicone bands; sterile surgical tapes; polyurethane film; occlusive films; and / or surgical acrylic adhesives.

4. Surgical apron (12), according to claim 1, characterized by having a length between 400 and 700 mm, a width between 1400 and 1600 mm when open, a neckline length between 200 and 350 mm, a sleeve length between 450 and 500 mm (19) and a ribbed cuff length between 50 and 100 mm (13).

5. Surgical apron (12), according to claim 1, characterized by being made of sterile, water-repellent and disposable fabric or resterilizable material.

6. Surgical apron (12), according to claim 9, characterized by being made of at least one of the following materials: made of 100% polypropylene SSMMS (Spunbond-Spunbond-Meltblown-Meltblown-Spunbond) nonwoven trilaminate, a liquid and body fluid repellent material, sterilized with ethylene oxide; and / or 100% cotton.

7. Surgical apron (12), according to claim 1, characterized in that the ribbed cuff (13) is made of accordion knit.

8. Surgical field (1), characterized by comprising a surgical apron (12) as defined by claim 1.

9. Surgical kit (21), characterized by comprising a surgical apron (12), as defined by claim 1, scissors (22) and a transparent film (5) with a tilting window.

10. Surgical kit (21), according to claim 9, characterized in that the scissors (22) are made of at least one of: polypropylene (PP), acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), stainless steel, titanium, ceramic, polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and / or polyphenylsulfone (PPSU).

11. Surgical kit (21), according to claim 9, characterized by comprising a pantograph configured to register visual or graphic elements on the scissors (22).

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