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An Ultrasound Probe Cover with a Prefilled and Peelable Pouch Containing Coupling Agent
Abstract

The ultrasound probe cover features a hollow body equipped with a pre-filled gel pouch and a detachable barrier, facilitating easy application and contamination-free removal. Its peelable gel pouch design reduces spillage and contamination risks, ensuring sterile conditions during ultrasound procedures and enhancing patient safety. Overall, the invention streamlines ultrasound examinations with a cost-effective solution that promotes infection control and patient well-being.

Type of IP

Faculty

Category of Patent

Department

An Ultrasound Probe Cover with a Prefilled and Peelable Pouch Containing Coupling Agent
Societal Impact
  • Patient Safety: Enhances the safety of ultrasound procedures by minimizing the risk of infection transmission, contributing to better healthcare outcomes. 
  • Public Health: Contributes to overall public health by promoting sterile practices in medical imaging, potentially reducing healthcare-associated infections.
Salient technical features and Advantages of the Technology
  • Simple Operation: Features a hollow body with a pre-filled gel pouch and removable barrier for easy application. 
  • No-Touch Technique: Utilizes a thread-embedded barrier for contamination-free removal, reducing cross-contamination risks. 
  • Embedded Thread Mechanism: Innovative design includes a thread-embedded barrier for effortless and contamination-free removal. 
  • Peelable Gel Pouch: Uniquely incorporates a pre-filled gel pouch with a peelable design, reducing spillage and contamination risks. 
  • Streamlined Ultrasound Procedure: Enhances efficiency with a simple, cost- effective solution for maintaining sterility during ultrasound examinations.
  • Simple Operation: Features a hollow body with a pre-filled gel pouch and removable barrier for easy application. 
  • No-Touch Technique: Utilizes a thread-embedded barrier for contamination-free removal, reducing cross-contamination risks. 
  • Embedded Thread Mechanism: Innovative design includes a thread-embedded barrier for effortless and contamination-free removal. 
  • Peelable Gel Pouch: Uniquely incorporates a pre-filled gel pouch with a peelable design, reducing spillage and contamination risks. 
  • Streamlined Ultrasound Procedure: Enhances efficiency with a simple, cost- effective solution for maintaining sterility during ultrasound examinations.
Technology readiness level

6

Current Status of Technology
  • Prototype Development: The ultrasound probe cover prototype has been successfully developed and tested for usability. 
  • Current Stage: The technology is currently in the validation phase, undergoing further testing for durability and efficacy.
Relevant Industries

Healthcare, medical devices, image processing, biotechnology

Applications or Domain
  • Medical Imaging: Ideal for maintaining sterile conditions during ultrasound examinations in various medical settings. 
  • Infection Control: Helps reduce the risk of contamination and infection transmission during ultrasound procedures, enhancing patient safety.