JP3041477U - Container for accommodating suction catheter - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) 【Abstract】 PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: The aspiration catheter to be discarded every time is high in cost and the disposal amount increases. The bacteria increase when stored without throwing away, and the aspiration catheter even the sputum of the observer himself. It is intended for viewers who cannot be removed with, and is mainly used near bets. Therefore, the suction catheter cannot be easily washed out. In this situation, we would like to obtain a structure that can keep bacteria clean and maintain sufficient cleanliness within the same patient without changing the suction catheter for about one day. Kind Code: A1 A container for accommodating a suction catheter used for suctioning an unwanted substance in a user's trachea, wherein the container has a plurality of tanks, and at least one of the tanks has the above-mentioned container. Bacterial growth suppressing means for preventing the growth of bacteria attached to the suction catheter in a state where the suction catheter is accommodated is provided, and a plurality of tanks are formed as a liquid tank,
The cleaning liquid is put in one liquid tank, and the sterilizing liquid is put in the other liquid tank.

Description

[Detailed description of the invention]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the invention belongs]

 The present invention relates to a container for accommodating a suction catheter used for suctioning unwanted substances in a user's trachea, such as sputum.

[0002]

[Prior art]

 Conventionally, suction catheters have been used in hospitals to remove sputum, which is an unwanted substance, especially in the trachea of inpatients. Particularly in the elderly, the swallowing effect is reduced, so it is necessary to actively treat with a suction catheter. In addition, in the current situation, there are not a few viewers who need to perform suction once every 10 minutes if it is frequent. On the other hand, disinfection to deal with a wide variety of diseases is difficult at present, and therefore the catheter for sputum suction is uneconomical because it is thrown away after each use. Therefore, a more economical system is required.

On the other hand, when the target of the conventional technology is expanded from catheters for suctioning sputum or the like to general catheters, there is a product called Self-cate (trademark, hereinafter omitted). This self-category is a product for individuals that is considered to be handled by individuals or family members who have problems with urine output, and is a device that urinates using this catheter. The structure is a combination of a catheter that is passed through the urethra and a container that holds the catheter. In addition, a memory is printed on the side of this container, which explains that it is used as a guide for the amount of detoxifying liquid to enter. That is, the catheter used for urination through the urethra is used after being washed with water and then inserted into the container containing the antiseptic solution, and the inlet of the container is sealed with a stopper provided on the catheter side. By doing so, the content liquid or water adhering to the catheter can be carried around without being leaked out even if it is placed in a bag etc.Because the enclosed catheter is immersed in the disinfectant solution, During the period, the growth of bacteria attached to the catheter can be suppressed.

[0004]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

 Now, the suction catheter is expensive because it is disposable each time as described above. Further, the cost is further increased due to the increase in the amount of waste disposal. Another problem that cannot be ignored is that the chances of nosocomial infection increase when a catheter with bacteria attached is moved to the hospital for disposal.

On the other hand, the structure used in the above-mentioned urinary catheter has a function of suppressing an increase in bacteria during storage, but when it is used in the aspiration catheter to which the present invention is applied, it is as shown below. There are many issues.

Problem 1: Although the suction catheter used for suctioning unwanted substances in the trachea is used in various ways, it is mainly used to suck sputum. In other words, it also applies to viewers who cannot even remove sputum themselves. Therefore, the probability of being used mainly near bets is high. As a result, unlike the case where it is used in a toilet with water washing equipment such as a urinary catheter, it is necessary to set up a situation in which the suction catheter cannot be easily washed away. In such a situation, the conventional technique satisfies the problem that bacterial breeding that can maintain sufficient cleanliness in the same patient can be suppressed without changing the suction catheter for about one day. There is nothing.

Problem 2: It is necessary to specifically select a preferred means in the bacteria suppressing means in the constitution satisfying the above problems.

Problem 3: When the suction catheter is placed in the liquid tank, the liquid level in the liquid tank rises. Even if an optimal amount of liquid is put in the liquid tank in consideration of this liquid rise in advance, there is a possibility that it may protrude due to the force.

Problem 4: For example, depending on the type of the sterilizing solution, it may not be preferable to put the suction catheter with the sterilizing solution still attached into the trachea of the observer. A sterile solution that does not pose any problem is desired even if the suction catheter with the liquid adhered is placed in the trachea.

Problem 5: For example, when the sterilizing solution is made stronger, it may not be preferable to directly insert the suction catheter into the trachea of the observer. On the other hand, it is not preferable to directly dip a dirty catheter into the sterilizing solution because it reduces the bacterium's ability to suppress bacteria.

Problem 6: As mentioned above, it must be assumed that the suction catheter is frequently used once every 10 minutes. Therefore, when the suction catheter is frequently taken in and out of the container, it is necessary to further reduce the area of the inlet so that bacteria from the outside air do not enter the tank provided with the means for suppressing bacteria in the container. is there.

Problem 6: A container for accommodating the suction catheter is also intended to be disposable, for example, to be discarded after being used for a whole day. If not used in this way, there is a problem that not only the high cost is required to maintain the cleanliness of the container itself, but also the infected liquid is increased by the washed liquid. By the way, if the holding mechanism itself was thrown away each time, there was the problem that the amount of material to be thrown away would double.

Problem 8: Since the holding mechanism is detachable, only the container part can be disposed of, so that the amount of disposal can be minimized, but the amount of disposal is much larger. In order to reduce this, it is necessary to further reduce the thickness of the container. However, as a result, there arises a problem of weakening against external pressure.

Problem 9: A protective member that is detachable and simply surrounds the container is not sufficient for the external pressure. For example, when the user accidentally presses against the container. Since the content liquid provided in the container is highly likely to project, it is necessary to further reduce the possibility of projecting.

Problem 10: Since the conventional catheter container is not designed for a suction catheter, the liquid in the container to be stored will be sucked out at an early stage and must be supplemented with sterilizing liquid or the like. I won't. Or, if you do not notice that the liquid is gone, bacteria attached to the catheter in the container will increase rather than sterilize. Therefore, it is necessary to keep the liquid at an appropriate level in the container for one day as much as possible.

Problem 11: It is necessary to make the passage formation smoother. Moreover, it is necessary to reduce the cost of the entire container by making the passage structure simple.

Problem 12: It is preferable that the inside of the tank containing the suction catheter is not stationary and can be monitored to some extent. Further, if it is possible to irradiate a light ray having a sterilizing effect from the surroundings inward, for example, ultraviolet ray, it is possible to further suppress the growth of bacteria in the bath.

Problem 13: A means for continuously suppressing bacterial growth may be required when the sterilizing liquid is used up or when the sterilizing liquid is used as the means for suppressing bacterial growth in the container.

Problem 14: Even if the container opening is sufficiently narrowed, if the opening is present upward, bacteria floating in the hospital may fall and fall into the container opening. There is a problem that is one of the routes of infection.

[0020]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 In order to solve the above problems, the present invention may take the following means.

In order to solve the above problems, the means 1 of the present invention is: a container for accommodating a suction catheter used for suctioning unwanted substances in the trachea of a user, wherein the container is It is characterized in that it has a plurality of tanks, and at least one of the tanks is provided with a bacterial growth suppressing means for preventing the growth of bacteria adhering to the suction catheter in the state where the suction catheter is housed.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, in addition to the means 2 of the present invention and the means 1, the above-mentioned bacterial growth suppressing means is formed by forming the above-mentioned tank as a liquid tank and putting a sterilizing liquid in the liquid tank. It is characterized by being formed.

In order to solve the above problems, in addition to the means 3 and means 2 of the present invention; at least a part of at least one liquid tank of the plurality of liquid tanks above the planned liquid surface position is It is characterized in that it is formed to be wider than other positions.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, in addition to the means 4 of the present invention, the means 4 is characterized in that the pH value of the sterilizing liquid contained in the liquid tank is acidic water of 3 or more.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, in addition to the means 5 of the present invention and the means 1, a plurality of tanks are formed as liquid tanks, one liquid tank is filled with a cleaning liquid, and the other liquid tank is filled. Is characterized by containing a sterilizing solution.

In order to solve the above problems, the means 6 of the present invention is, in addition to the means 1, characterized in that the container is configured to be held in a vertical state.

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, the means 7 of the present invention is in addition to the means 1; characterized in that it is provided with a holding mechanism for holding the container in a vertical state in a detachable manner.

In order to solve the above problems, in addition to the means 8 and means 7 of the present invention; the holding mechanism includes a protective member formed so as to surround at least a part of the container. .

In order to solve the above problems, the means 9 of the present invention is in addition to the means 8; the protective member is characterized in that it is harder than the container.

In order to solve the above problems, the means 10 of the present invention is in addition to the means 1. A passage in which liquid in at least two liquid tanks of the plurality of liquid tanks can move in at least one direction. It is characterized by being connected through.

In order to solve the above problems, the means 11 of the present invention and the means 10 are characterized in that the above passages are formed of a liquid permeable layer.

In order to solve the above problems, the means 12 of the present invention is in addition to the means 1, characterized in that the container is formed of a transparent body.

In order to solve the above problems, the means 13 of the present invention is, in addition to the means 1, characterized in that the bacterial growth suppressing means is formed by an ultraviolet lamp for irradiating the inside of the container.

In order to solve the above problems, the means 14 of the present invention is, in addition to the means 1, characterized in that the container is provided with a cover for preventing mixing of falling bacteria in the container.

[0035]

[Embodiment of the invention]

 The catheter container and the spare container are provided with a catheter container equipped with an elongated liquid tank in which a sterilizing solution and a suction catheter are put in the vertical direction, and a spare container connected to the catheter container almost in parallel. And may be connected by a suitably narrowed passage to allow transfer of sterile liquid from at least the spare container to the catheter container. The same effect can be obtained by providing the catheter container in a state after the suction catheter has been inserted, by providing a gap between the inner wall surface of the catheter container and the suction catheter to such an extent that the sterilizing liquid is spread. . Then, when a negative pressure is applied to the tube to which the suction catheter is connected, the sterilizing solution contained in the catheter container side may be reduced or may have been completely sucked once. However, if the suction catheter is again inserted into the catheter container and left as it is, the sterilizing solution stored in the spare container flows through the passage into the catheter container, and the predetermined optimum position, That is, the height is automatically determined to either the connection position with the spare container or the maximum liquid level of the spare container.

Next, in the state after the suction catheter has been used but before the catheter is returned, when the sterilizing solution on the container side has reached the above-mentioned optimum predetermined position, when the suction catheter is returned to the container side, The liquid surface height of the sterilization liquid of goes up. Therefore, the amount of rise in the liquid level should be set so that the opening of the catheter container above the previously determined optimum position is sufficiently wide, or the amount of rise in the liquid level is temporarily increased by the passage provided on the upper side of the spare container. Save. Alternatively, it is preferable that the sterilizing solution is prevented from overflowing by once permeating the hygroscopic material provided at the inlet above the catheter container.

On the other hand, the tube for applying negative pressure may be removed after the suction catheter is placed in the container. In that case, the upper side of the suction catheter is dropped near the container inlet so as not to be exposed to falling bacteria. It is preferable to provide a cover for preventing bacteria. Further, the above-mentioned means for suppressing bacterial growth may be replaced with an ultraviolet lamp that irradiates the inside of the container from the outer peripheral side of the transparent container, or a sterilizing solution and an ultraviolet lamp may be used in combination.

It should be noted that it is also possible to provide a U-shaped hook portion for hooking on the pipe of the bed in the patient room at the top, and below the hook portion, there can be provided a holder capable of containing a catheter container and a spare container. The catheter container and the spare container covered by this holder can be reinforced against various stimuli such as external pressing force and impact. If the action of the holder is more sufficient, it is desirable to make the holder large enough to cover the entire catheter container and spare container. Furthermore, when this holder is made of, for example, a relatively thick plastic, the material of the catheter container and the spare container can be sufficiently used by forming it into a bag-shaped container using a 0.5 mm thick vinyl material. The condition is obtained. That is, even if a person around the bed leans against the bed, the outer shape of the bag-shaped container can be maintained. If a person leans in the absence of the above holder, the external shape may be greatly deformed and the sterilizing liquid provided inside may be blown out.

[0039]

【Example】

 Embodiments will be described with reference to the drawings. 1 to 3 show a container for accommodating a suction catheter according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 1 is a front view, FIG. 2 is a plan view, and FIG. 3 is a left side view. FIG. 4 shows a suction catheter (left) and tweezers (right) to be inserted.

1 to 3, 1 is a holding container, 2 is an installation tool, 3 is a cover, 4 is a pipe of a bed, 5 is a suction catheter, and 6 is tweezers, which will be described in detail below.

The holding container 1 is composed of a catheter container 1a, a forceps container 1b, and a spare container 1c. The catheter container 1a and the tweezers container 1b are connected to each other through a passage 1d in the vicinity of the mark 1f of the proper liquid level so that the liquid can flow therethrough. The cross-sectional area is substantially expanded near the mark 1f. The spare container 1c is structurally connected to the tweezers container 1b without liquid circulation. A protrusion 1e is provided near the upper ends of the catheter container 1a and the spare container 1c, and the protrusion 1e hits the upper opening end of the holder 2b when inserted into the holder 2b shown below. The holding container is configured to lock.

The above-mentioned installation tool 2 is an example of a mounting means for mounting the entire holding container on a wall surface in a patient room or equipment in a patient room, and shows a type to be mounted on a horizontal pipe of a bed. The installation tool 2 has a U-shaped hook portion 2a for hooking on the horizontal pipe of the bed, and an inner diameter almost the same as or slightly larger than the outer shape of the holding container 1 so that the holding container 1 can be held vertically and detached. And a leg portion 2c provided below the holder portion 2b for keeping the holder portion 2b in a vertical state by hitting a vertical pipe of the bed. The cover 3 is provided on the upper end of the installation tool 2, and a hinge portion 3a is provided on the wall surface side so that the cover 3 can be freely opened and closed.

A procedure of using the first embodiment described above will be described. First, regarding the installation of the first embodiment, the installation tool 2 is prepared, and the hook portion 2a is hooked on the horizontal pipe 4 at the rising portion provided at the bedside of the bed. Next, make sure that the leg portion 2c hits the vertical pipe below the horizontal pipe 4, and that the holder portion 2b is almost vertical in this state. If verticality cannot be obtained, the position of the pipe 4 is selected, or the leg 2c is appropriately deformed to adjust the distance between the vertical pipe and the holder 2c.

When the installation container 2 is completely installed, the holding container body 1 is inserted into the holder portion 2b, and when the protruding portion 1e is inserted into the holder portion 2b, the protruding portion at the upper opening end of the holder 2b. Insert until 1e hits. The suction catheter 5 to be used is inserted into the catheter container 1a of the holding container body, and then the tweezers 6 to be used is also inserted into the tweezers container 1b. Next, either Hibiten solution or acidic water with a pH value of 3 or more or a mixture thereof is poured into the catheter container 1a, and only the acidic water with a pH value of 3 or more is poured into the spare container 1c. Fill the container up to the proper liquid level mark 1f. Since the liquid poured into the catheter container 1a also flows to the tweezers container 1b side via the passage 1d, it means that the liquid has been inserted to the proper level in all the containers including the tweezers container in this state. .

Now, when the preparation of the first embodiment is completed, the process of sucking the sputum adhering to the trachea of the viewer and then storing the suction catheter 5 in the holding container 1 will be described. First, the cover 3 is raised so that the end of the suction catheter 5 housed in the holding container 1 can be seen. Next, carry the suction tube (not shown) installed in the ward by hand and connect it to this end. Next, rotate the suction start knob (not shown) for suction installed in the ward to make the inside of the tube a negative pressure. Since the suction catheter 5 is still installed in the holding container 1 at this point, the liquid contained in the catheter container 1a is reduced by the time the suction catheter 5 is picked up. If the liquid in the catheter container 1a refuses to be aspirated and decreases, the means can be followed by the following procedure. That is, the suction is started after the suction catheter is removed from the catheter container in advance. In that case, it can be pointed out that there is a high possibility that liquid will drip from the tip of the catheter to which negative pressure is not applied. In other words, if the sterilization process is inadequate, the possibility of infection from the dripping liquid cannot be denied. Therefore, a safe method of use is to lift the suction catheter under the former negative pressure.

Immediately after sucking the sputum or the like adhering to the trachea of the observer with the suction catheter thus picked up, it is necessary for the dirty suction catheter to suck an appropriate amount of liquid. In this case, a container containing a relatively large amount of water or a sterilizing solution separately prepared for cleaning is used for agitation cleaning or suction cleaning.After that cleaning, the catheter container 1a containing the sterilizing solution is again used for the suction catheter. However, the sterilizing solution will decrease due to the fact that the sterilizing solution in the container is sucked due to the remaining negative pressure. However, the sterilization liquid can be reduced to some extent by allowing the liquid stored in the tweezers container 1b to flow into the catheter container 1a side and approach an appropriate level, but the decrease in the liquid in the catheter container 1a is remarkable. In this case, the suction catheter can be moved to the spare container 1c side. It should be noted that the desired liquid which becomes insufficient can be added before or after the above movement or before returning the suction catheter into the container 1a. As described above, since there are a plurality of catheter containers (1a, 1c), the suction catheter can always be accommodated in any container, and the other container can be replenished with a desired liquid. It can be done easily.

Next, when performing the work of removing the tube from the suction catheter, the tweezers container 1b is inserted in the catheter container 1a while the tube is under a negative pressure. Hold the suction catheter with tweezers taken out from the tube, and the operator can remove the tube by grasping it with his / her finger and pulling it, and the dripping of the liquid that occurs during the removal process is sucked in by applying a negative pressure. Can be removed without risk of infection. The procedure for connecting the tube to the suction catheter can be performed by following the reverse process of the above removal.

Next, a second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In the first embodiment, as described above, it is necessary to relatively frequently add the liquid such as the sterilizing liquid into the catheter container 1a, but in the second embodiment to be described, the addition of the liquid is unnecessary. The number of operations to be added can be reduced.

The catheter container 1a has a relatively small diameter, and the spare container 1c has a relatively large diameter. The catheter container 1a and the spare container 1c are connected to each other by a passage 1g and a passage 1h so that liquid can flow between them in the vicinity of the mark 1f of the proper liquid level and at two places on the bottom side of the catheter container 1a. . On the other hand, the opening side of the holding container 1 has a wider diameter and is partially tapered, so that the suction catheter can be easily inserted and the sectional area on the opening side can be substantially expanded. Thus, the liquid is prevented from being discharged to the outside air due to the rise of the sterilization liquid when the suction catheter is housed in the catheter container 1a.

On the other hand, the above-mentioned installation tool 2 is an example of a mounting means for mounting the entire holding container on a wall surface in a patient room or equipment in a patient room, and shows a type to be mounted on a horizontal pipe of a bed. The installation tool 2 is provided with a U-shaped hook portion 2a for hooking on the horizontal pipe of the bed, and a holder portion 2b for hanging, for example, the passage 1g of the holding container 1 from below. Further, the cover 3 is provided on the holding container side. If necessary, a donut-shaped sponge 1j having a hole slightly larger than the diameter of the inhalation catheter to be used can be attached to the upper end of the catheter container 1a as necessary. The attachment means may be of any form such as an adhesive material, or may be inserted and fixed at the end of the insertion opening. If necessary, the sponge may be partially continuous with the sterilizing liquid below so that the sterilizing liquid is always contained due to capillary action, and at any timing. It can also be exchanged. Here, FIG. 5 was created to explain the principle, and the shape of each component and the distance between each component may be changed as appropriate.

The utilization means of the second embodiment described above will be described. First, insert the sterilizing solution up to the vicinity of the mark 1f on the appropriate liquid level. Next, the suction catheter is inserted into the catheter container 1a. Next, connect the tube for negative pressure application, and turn on the negative pressure switch. At this point, the sterile liquid in the catheter container 1a almost disappears, and the liquid in the spare container 1c begins to flow into the catheter container 1a, but the passage 1g connecting the spare container 1c and the catheter container 1a, 1h is reasonably thin. Therefore, even if the liquid in the catheter container 1a is completely sucked by the suction catheter, the amount of liquid in the spare container 1c is not significantly affected unless the liquid is left in the suction state for a long time.

The suction catheter in the negative pressure state is pulled out in the same manner as in the first embodiment to treat the operator. After that, a dirty catheter for suction needs to absorb an appropriate amount of liquid, so in a general site, agitating or aspirating with a container containing a relatively large amount of water or sterilizing solution prepared separately for cleaning. However, it is never preferable to carry out the washing treatment with a suitable container for the purpose of treating the washed liquid and eliminating the route of nosocomial infection. From the above viewpoints, it is desirable to return the catheter after suctioning directly to the catheter container 1a containing the sterilizing solution again. From this point of view, the operation of returning to the catheter container 1a directly after the treatment of the observer is performed. By the way, the sterilizing liquid has already flowed into the catheter container 1a in an amount corresponding to the treatment time. The sterilized liquid of this inflow is immediately sucked at the time of inserting the suction catheter, and is effectively used as a cleaning liquid in the catheter immediately after the treatment by the observer. Next, when the negative pressure application to the suction catheter is turned off, the sterilizing solution in the catheter container 1a has disappeared again, but it is sufficient to leave the sterilizing solution in the spare container 1c as time passes. The liquid inside flows through the passages 1g and 1h from above and below so as to wrap up the suction catheter at the same time, and the suction catheter is sterilized in a short time and with a small amount of sterilizing solution, and at least the bacteria are sterilized. Can be prevented from increasing. Then, again after, for example, 10 minutes have elapsed, the liquid level in the catheter container 1a is at the same height as the liquid level of the spare container 1c, and the inhalation catheter can be held in a state of being sufficiently immersed in sterile liquid. Done. Then, for the same patient, it is possible to use the sterilized inhalation catheter cleanly with one catheter for at least one day, without replacing it every time it is used.

FIG. 6 shows a third embodiment in which the present invention is embodied in a simplified structure, in which the container 1a for a catheter is formed into a narrow partition and the container 1c for a spare is relatively large. It is divided and formed. The catheter container 1a and the spare container 1c are partitioned by a liquid permeable membrane 1k extending from the bottom surface to the height of the mark 1f on the appropriate liquid surface to form a liquid passage. On the other hand, the opening sides of both the catheter container 1a and the spare container 1c have no partition because the liquid permeable membrane 1k is interrupted. In other words, if we focus only on the catheter container 1a, it means that there is a large area without a partition above the appropriate liquid level of the container, and the suction catheter is used as the catheter container 1a. The liquid is prevented from being released to the outside air when the liquid level of the sterilized liquid rises when it is stored in. Further, an edge portion 1 m is provided at the opening end so that the liquid permeable membrane is not accidentally destroyed when the suction catheter is taken in and out.

On the other hand, the installation tool 2 is not a separate body as in the first and second embodiments, but has a simple structure in which the hook portion 2a is simply provided on the back surface of the holding container. The hook portion 2a is shaped so that it can be attached to the horizontal pipe of the bed. On the other hand, the cover 3 is provided on both the catheter container 1a and the spare container 1c, and the turning directions for opening and closing each are changed, so that only one lid can be opened even when groping.

The means for utilizing the third embodiment described above will be described. First, insert the sterilizing solution up to the vicinity of the mark 1f on the appropriate liquid level. Next, the suction catheter is inserted into the catheter container 1a. Next, connect the tube for negative pressure application, and turn on the negative pressure switch. At this point, the sterile liquid in the catheter container 1a almost disappears, and the liquid in the spare container 1c begins to flow into the catheter container 1a, but the liquid permeable membrane 1k that separates the spare container 1c from the catheter container 1a. Even if the suction catheter finishes sucking the liquid in the catheter container 1a, it does not affect the amount of liquid in the backup container 1c unless it is left in the suction state for a long time. It is in a state.

The suction catheter in the negative pressure state is pulled out in the same manner as in the first and second embodiments to treat the viewer. Then, when returning to the catheter container 1a again, the sterilizing liquid flows into the catheter container 1a in an amount corresponding to the treatment time. The sterilized liquid of this inflow is immediately sucked at the time of inserting the suction catheter, and is effectively used as a cleaning liquid in the catheter immediately after the treatment by the observer. Next, when the negative pressure application to the suction catheter is turned off, the sterilized liquid in the catheter container 1a disappears again, but at the same time as the liquid in the spare container 1c is discharged by the liquid permeable membrane 1k, Sterilization liquid flows in so that the entire side surface gets wet. Then, the suction catheter is sterilized in a short time and with a small amount of sterilizing solution, and at least an increase in bacteria can be prevented. Then, again after, for example, 10 minutes have elapsed, the liquid level in the catheter container 1a is at the same level as the liquid level of the spare container 1c, and the suction catheter is kept in a state of being sufficiently immersed in the sterilizing liquid. Is done. Then, for the same patient, the sterile catheter for inhalation can be used cleanly with one aspiration catheter for at least one day without changing. The liquid permeable membrane 1k can be replaced with a structure in which a large number of fine holes are simply provided on the wall surface. Further, the liquid permeable membrane 1k may have an arc-shaped cross section so as to wrap the suction catheter.

FIG. 7 is a partial cross-sectional perspective view showing a fourth embodiment when the liquid permeable membrane 1k has a cylindrical diameter. Although the shape is different from that of the third embodiment, its function is shown in FIG. Since it is the same as the third embodiment, detailed description will be omitted. What is peculiar to the fourth embodiment is that since the liquid permeable membrane 1k has a cylindrical shape, it is possible to wrap the liquid in the suction catheter faster and with a smaller amount of liquid. Further, the shape is very simple, and the existence of the auxiliary container 1c, that is, the shape which does not give the impression of a two-layer type is different from that of the third embodiment.

Each part of the above embodiment can take various modes as follows, if necessary. For example, the cylindrical liquid permeable membrane 1K of the fourth embodiment may be replaced by a simple cylindrical one having a large number of holes.

All of the installation tools 2 in the above-mentioned first to fourth embodiments have a simple hook structure, but if necessary, a structure for fitting to the pipe of the bed or a structure for magnetically attaching to the pipe of the bed. , A structure in which it is inserted and fixed between the vertical pipes of the bed, a flat structure is provided on the bed side, a suction cup is provided on the container side, Velcro fixing on the bed side and the container side, and a belt by providing a belt on the container side It may be possible to replace it with a fixing means such as winding fixing. Further, although the holder portion of the installation tool 2 in the first embodiment is formed to be shorter than the length of the holding container, it may be formed to be long enough to fully wrap the length of the holding container if necessary. By making the holder part the same length as the holding container, even if the holding container is made of a material that is extremely flexible, the holder part is made of a material that is harder than the holding container, so that the force from the outer circumference is increased. It is possible to avoid problems such as protrusion and breakage of the content liquid due to deformation of the holding container when a pressure is applied.

Further, as for the cover with hinges for preventing falling bacteria, the cover opening / closing structure may be a horizontal rotation type, or the hinge structure may be devised so that it can be slowly covered by its own weight after removal work. .

[0061]

[Effect of the invention]

 The present invention is embodied in the form described above, and has the following effects.

The present invention has the constitution of the above-mentioned means 1; the separately provided tank may be provided with a cleaning liquid or water, or a second bacteria suppressing means, and in any case, It now serves as an immediate aid to the side row when it becomes unusable.

The present invention has the constitution of the above-mentioned means 2; By attaching the suction catheter to the sterilizing solution, it is possible to suppress the growth of bacteria.

The present invention has the constitution of the above-mentioned means 3; the momentum due to the rapid rise of the liquid surface is lost, and it does not project to the outside, and as a result, it becomes possible to prevent infection.

The present invention is configured as the means 4 described above; even if the pH value is different, it is completely harmless. Therefore, if the water is used as a sterilizing solution, You can use it with more peace of mind.

The present invention has the constitution of the above-mentioned means 5. For example, when the sterilizing solution is made stronger, the washing solution is first introduced into the trachea of the observer without being directly put into the trachea of the observer. It can be used endotracheally. On the other hand, a dirty catheter that is too dirty can be soaked in a sterilizing solution once it has been washed with a cleaning solution, so that it is possible to prevent the deterioration of the bacterial suppression ability.

The present invention has the constitution of the above means 6. Since the opening area of the container is minimized and the container can be freely taken in and out, it is possible to reduce the probability that bacteria from the outside air are mixed. It was

The present invention is configured by the above means 7. Since the only part to be discarded is the container part, which is the dirty part, the amount of disposal can be minimized and the container itself can be discarded. It has also become possible to reduce costs.

The present invention has the constitution of the above-mentioned means 8; at least the enclosed portion thereof is strengthened, and the container can be more protected against various stimuli from the outside.

The present invention has the structure of the above-mentioned means 9. Since it is structured as described above, even if the container is made relatively thin and light, the pressure from the outside is not affected by the enclosure harder than the container. It became stronger against it.

The present invention is configured as the above means 10. When the liquid in one of the liquid tanks is reduced or lost due to, for example, a suction action, the liquid is passed through the above passage to the liquid tank side which becomes insufficient. Liquid flows in. Therefore, it has become possible for this suction catheter to remain submerged in liquid for a longer period of time.

The present invention has the constitution of the above means 11; for example, only by partitioning the inside of the container of one tank with the liquid permeation layer, it is possible to appropriately permeate the liquid between the two tanks. When a suction catheter is put into the tube to make it in a suction state, the liquid in the tank that has been put into the tank becomes empty at a certain time. However, if the suction state is stopped after that, the liquid in the other tank will flow into the tank that was empty within a certain time to some extent, and the liquid level will increase, so that, for example, sterilizing liquid will be stored in the originally empty tank. Since it entered, the sterilization condition was maintained.

The present invention is configured by the above means 12; if the container is made of a transparent body, a light source capable of suppressing the growth of bacteria is provided on the outside, and the light beam is sucked into the bath. It has become possible to irradiate the catheter, and on the other hand, it has become possible to visually monitor the condition of the suction catheter or the amount of sterilizing liquid existing around it.

The present invention is configured as the above means 13. When the ultraviolet lamp provided on the outside allows the ultraviolet rays to reach the inside of the bath through the container, the suction catheter placed inside the bath is continuously connected. Bacterial growth can now be suppressed (in this state, it is possible to freely choose whether or not to use a sterilizing solution together).

The present invention has the constitution of the above means 14. Since the cover for preventing falling bacteria is provided, it is possible to prevent the falling bacteria from falling into the container and prevent infection by the falling bacteria. .

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is an explanatory view of a first embodiment of the present invention viewed from the front side.

FIG. 2 is an explanatory view of the first embodiment of the present invention viewed from the plane side.

FIG. 3 is an explanatory view of the first embodiment of the present invention viewed from the left side surface side.

FIG. 4 is a front view of a suction catheter and tweezers.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view showing a second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a third embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a partial sectional perspective view showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

[Explanation of symbols]

1 ... Retaining container 1a ... Catheter container 1b ... Tweezers container 1c ... Spare container 1e ... Projection 1f ... Proper liquid level mark 1g,
1h ... Passage 1k ... Liquid permeable membrane 1k 2 ... Installation tool 2a ... Hook part 2b ... Holder part 3 ... Cover 3a ... Hinge part 4 ... Bed pipe 5 ...
Suction catheter 6 ... Tweezers

Claims (14)

[Utility model registration claims] 1. A container for accommodating a suction catheter used for suctioning an unwanted substance in a trachea of a user, wherein the container has a plurality of tanks, and at least one of the tanks is provided. A container for accommodating an aspiration catheter, characterized in that it is provided with a bacterial growth suppressing means for preventing the proliferation of bacteria attached to the aspiration catheter in a state where the aspiration catheter is accommodated. 2. The aspiration catheter according to claim 1, wherein the bacterial growth suppressing means is formed by forming the tank as a liquid tank and inserting a sterilizing liquid into the liquid tank. container. 3. The liquid tank according to claim 2, wherein at least a part of a position above a planned liquid surface position of at least one of the plurality of liquid tanks is wider than other positions. A container for accommodating the suction catheter according to [4]. 4. The sterilizing liquid contained in the liquid tank comprises acid water having a pH value of 3 or more.
A container for accommodating the suction catheter according to [4]. 5. The suction according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of tanks are formed as liquid tanks, one of the liquid tanks contains a cleaning liquid, and the other liquid tank contains a sterilizing liquid. A container for housing a catheter. 6. The container for accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 1, wherein the container is configured to be held in a vertical state. 7. The container for accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 1, further comprising a holding mechanism for removably holding the container in a vertical state. 8. The container for accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 7, wherein the holding mechanism includes a protective member formed so as to surround at least a part of the container. 9. The container accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 8, wherein the protective member is made of a material harder than that of the container. 10. The suction apparatus according to claim 1, wherein liquids in at least two liquid tanks of the plurality of liquid tanks are connected to each other through a passage that allows the liquid to move in at least one direction. A container that holds a catheter. 11. The container for accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 10, wherein the passage is formed of a liquid permeable layer. 12. The container for accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 1, wherein the container is formed of a transparent body. 13. The container accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 1, wherein the bacterial growth suppressing means is formed by an ultraviolet lamp for irradiating the inside of the container. 14. The container for accommodating the suction catheter according to claim 1, wherein the container is provided with a cover for preventing mixing of falling bacteria.