Angled Anoscope Ligation Device for Hemorrhoid Treatment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current rubber band ligation techniques for treating hemorrhoids require advanced manual skills, an assistant, and struggle with accurate placement and stabilization of instruments, leading to potential complications and the need for improved tissue manipulation and visibility.
Innovation Solution
A system comprising an anoscope with angled channels and a ligating device that allows for stable instrument positioning, minimizes obstruction, and enables single-handed operation by incorporating a plunger for suction and elastic band advancement, with features like stops and markers for precise placement.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional rubber band ligation technique is used, then treatment effectiveness is achieved, but advanced manual skills and assistant coordination are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple functions (tissue suction, elastic band advancement, and stabilization) into a single integrated ligating device. The device merges the plunger mechanism for suction with the elastic band delivery system, eliminating the need for separate instruments and assistant coordination while maintaining treatment effectiveness
Solution Approach 2:
The ligating device is designed with multi-functionality, serving as both a suction device and an elastic band applicator. The single device performs multiple operations that traditionally required separate instruments and coordinated assistance, making the procedure accessible to clinicians without advanced manual skills
2Measurement precision
If traditional ligation device is used, then elastic band can be applied, but instrument stabilization and accurate placement are difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The anoscope serves as an intermediary device that stabilizes the ligating device during the procedure. The angled channel of the anoscope acts as a guide and stabilizer, ensuring accurate placement of the elastic band while reducing the skill level required for precise positioning
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces complex manual manipulation mechanisms with a simplified plunger-based system. The plunger mechanism automatically advances the elastic band when activated, substituting for the complex coordinated hand movements previously required and enabling precise placement through mechanical action rather than manual skill
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional suction equipment is used, then tissue can be suctioned, but control over suction amount is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The plunger mechanism provides dynamic control over suction amount. By allowing incremental movement of the plunger, the operator can adjust the degree of tissue suction in real-time, adapting to different tissue types and procedural needs while maintaining ease of operation through simple mechanical control
4Illumination intensity
If instruments are inserted through anoscope channel, then treatment can be performed, but visibility of target area is obscured
Solution Approach 1:
The anoscope is designed with an asymmetric angled channel rather than a straight central channel. This asymmetric geometry positions the ligating device at an angle that clears the line of sight through the anoscope, improving visibility of the target area while still enabling effective treatment delivery
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Simplifies the procedure, reduces the need for assistants, improves tissue manipulation, and enhances visibility, thereby reducing complications and making the treatment more accessible and effective for a wider range of clinicians.
Implementation Method 1
a plunger movable in a proximal direction within a tube of the device to effect suctioning of target tissue
Data Source
AI summary
A system including an anoscope having a first channel extending along a longitudinal axis and a second channel positioned at an angle to the first channel. For hemorrhoid treatment, an elastic band ligation device is insertable into the second channel, the elastic band ligation device carrying an elastic band and having an advancer movable in a distal direction to dislodge the elastic band.