JP2005058450A - Endoscope administration system - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an endoscope administration system easily confirming the compatibility between an endoscope body and an attachment. <P>SOLUTION: This endoscope administration system is so formed that the endoscope body 10 is attached with an identification code A, code information of the identification code A and information related to the endoscope body 10 attached with the identification code A are input in a central server, and the central server administrates the endoscope information according to identification code; the attachment 20 is attached with the identification code B, code information of the identification code B and information related to the attachment 20 attached with the identification code B are input in the central server, and the central server administrates the attachment information according to the identification code. This system obtains the endoscope information and the attachment information based on the respective code information of the identification code A attached with the endoscope body 10 and the identification code B attached with the attachment 20 and determines the compatibility between the endoscope body and the attachment. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2005,JPO&NCIPI

Description

  The present invention relates to an endoscope management system that manages various types of information such as endoscope specifications and maintenance inspections and determines applicable accessories.

Some endoscopes are provided with a forceps hole 15 for inserting a treatment tool (hereinafter referred to as an accessory) 20 such as forceps in the endoscope body 10.
FIG. 1 is an overall configuration diagram of an endoscope main body 10. An endoscope main body 10 shown in FIG. 1 has a hand operation unit 1 and an insertion unit 2 connected to the hand operation unit 1. The insertion portion 2 includes a soft portion 11, a bending portion 12, and a distal end hard portion 13. The bending portion 12 rotates a pair of bending operation knobs 14 and 14 provided on the hand operation portion 1. By bending, the bending operation is performed remotely, whereby the distal end hard portion 13 is directed in a desired direction.
A plurality of contents such as a forceps tube, a CCD signal cable, a light guide, an air supply / water supply tube, and the like are inserted into the insertion portion 2. A water supply nozzle, an illumination lens, a forceps channel, and the like are provided at predetermined positions (not shown).

FIG. 2 is a partial cross-sectional view showing the structure of the forceps hole 15 of the endoscope body 10.
In the endoscope shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the accessory 20 is inserted from the forceps insertion opening 15a, and the treatment portion 21 is passed through the forceps channel of the distal end rigid portion 13 through the forceps tube 15b. In such an endoscope, an appropriate accessory 20 can be selected according to the patient and the position of the treatment section, and can be diagnosed and treated.

FIG. 3 is a view showing the accessory 20 that is used by being inserted into the forceps hole 15.
The accessory 20 includes a handle portion 22 disposed in the forceps tube 15 b and a treatment portion 21 that is used outwardly from the forceps channel. The handle portion 22 is a soft portion of the insertion portion 2. 11 and a portion having flexibility so as to bend in accordance with the movement of the bending portion 12 (soft portion) and a portion having a certain degree of hardness (hard portion) so that the treatment instrument 20 can be easily inserted into the forceps tube 15b. .

In general, the inner diameter (forceps hole diameter) of the forceps hole 15 of the endoscope body 10 varies depending on the manufacturer and model, and is not unified. In addition, there is a problem that an appropriate treatment cannot be performed if the combination of components is incompatible, such as the inner diameter (forceps hole diameter) of the forceps hole 15 is different from the outer diameter (forceps diameter) of the accessory 20. A management method that can easily determine whether or not the mirror body 10 and the accessory 20 are compatible is desired.
Therefore, according to the prior art, in order to combine the accessory 20 that matches the inner diameter of the forceps hole 15 (forceps hole diameter), the endoscope body 10 and the accessory 20 are color-coded to distinguish the inner diameter of the forceps hole, A method of providing a display unit (displaying character information) for displaying the inner diameter of the forceps hole on the endoscope body 10 is considered. (For example, see Patent Document 1)
However, even if the inner diameter (forceps hole diameter) of the forceps hole 15 matches the outer diameter (forceps diameter) of the accessory 20, the endoscope used by inserting the insertion portion 2 into the body of the subject, Since the insertion portion 2 is configured to bend flexibly, the length of the hard portion (or the soft portion) of the insertion portion and the hard portion (or the soft portion) of the handle portion 22 of the accessory 20 are not compatible. In other words, the endoscope cannot be used while maintaining the flexibility of the insertion portion 2, or it is difficult to insert the accessory 20 into the forceps hole 15.
Moreover, when combining the endoscope main body 10 and the accessory 20, there are also combinations that cannot be used due to, for example, electrical safety problems.
Furthermore, it is also desired to be able to confirm the outer diameter of the insertion portion 2 so that the outer diameter of the insertion portion 2 of the endoscope to be used can be selected depending on the patient's condition (stenosis) or the like. In addition, it is possible to confirm information on the date of manufacture and product life due to the necessity of maintenance inspection and life management as a medical device, confirmation of non-reusable reuse information, and endoscopy for allergies. It is desirable to be able to confirm information such as the material of each item and to manage the information without mistaking these large amounts of information. However, all such information should be displayed as text information on the endoscope body 10 or the like. Is impossible in terms of space, and it is impossible to manage a large amount of information by a management method using color coding or display of character information.

On the other hand, in the prior art, an endoscope processor used together with an electronic endoscope not only registers data and examination result data obtained by an electronic endoscope, but also records the usage status and the like. A utilization status recording method of an electronic endoscope system has been considered (see, for example, Patent Document 2).
However, in the above information management system, since the endoscope information is displayed on the monitor or the like by setting the electronic endoscope on the endoscope processor, the endoscope processor is arranged. Information management is performed only in the examination room. In other words, endoscope information cannot be confirmed until immediately before use, and it has been a problem in terms of hygiene management to bring instruments or the like into the examination room that is in a sterilized state only for information management.
JP 2002-325726 A JP 2002-345726 A

  In the endoscope management system according to the present invention, in view of the above problems, a large amount of information regarding the endoscope main body and accessories is managed without mistaking each, and the conformity determination between the endoscope main body and accessories is performed. The purpose is to construct an endoscope management system that can be easily confirmed.

  According to the present invention, an identification code A is attached to an endoscope body, code information of the identification code A and information related to the endoscope body to which the identification code A is attached are input to a central server, and are identified by the central server. The endoscope information is managed for each code, the identification code B is attached to the accessory, the code information of the identification code B and the information about the accessory to which the identification code B is attached are input to the central server, and the center An endoscope management system for managing accessory information for each identification code in a server, based on each piece of code information of an identification code A attached to an endoscope body and an identification code B attached to an accessory. And accessory information is acquired, and the suitability of the endoscope body and accessories is determined.

  According to the endoscope management system of the present invention, the identification code A having individual code information is attached to the endoscope main body, and the identification code B having individual code information is attached to the accessory, and the identification is performed at the central server. Endoscope information and accessory information are managed for each code, so that a large amount of information can be managed without mistaking each item. Since the suitability determination is made based on the code information of the identification code A and the identification code B attached to the accessory, the suitability between the endoscope main body and the accessory can be easily determined.

FIG. 1 is an overall configuration diagram of an endoscope main body 10. An endoscope main body 10 shown in FIG. 1 has a hand operation unit 1 and an insertion unit 2 connected to the hand operation unit 1. The insertion portion 2 includes a flexible portion 11, a bending portion 12, and a distal end hard portion 13. The bending portion 12 rotates a pair of bending operation knobs 14 and 14 provided on the hand operation portion 1. By bending, the bending operation is performed remotely, whereby the distal end hard portion 13 is directed in a desired direction.
The hand operation unit 1 is provided with a forceps hole 15 into which a treatment tool 20 such as a forceps is inserted, and a shutter button 16, a suction button 17, and an air / water supply button 18 are provided side by side. Further, an LG (light guide) connector 4 is connected to the hand operation unit 1 via an LG (light guide) flexible part 3. An electrical connector 6 is connected to the LG connector 4 via a connecting tube 5.
FIG. 2 is a partial cross-sectional view showing the structure of the forceps hole 15 of the endoscope body 10.
In the endoscope shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the accessory 20 is inserted from the forceps insertion port 15a, and the accessory tip (treatment part) 21 is passed through the forceps channel of the distal end rigid portion 13 through the forceps tube 15b. To use.

FIG. 3 is a view showing the accessory 20 that is used by being inserted into the forceps hole 15.
The accessory 20 includes a handle portion 22 disposed in the forceps tube 15b and a treatment portion 21 that extends outward from the forceps channel. The handle portion 22 includes the flexible portion 11 of the insertion portion 2 and a curved portion. It consists of a portion (soft portion) that is flexible so as to bend in accordance with the movement of the portion 12, and a portion (hard portion) that has a certain degree of hardness so that the treatment instrument 20 can be easily inserted into the forceps tube 15b.

  In the endoscope management system according to the present invention, the identification code A is attached to the endoscope body 10 and the identification code B is attached to the accessory 20, and the code information of the identification code and the identification code are attached. Information on the endoscope main body or accessories is input to a central server, and endoscope information and accessory information are managed by identification code in the central server.

FIG. 4 shows examples of the identification codes A and B.
It is preferable to use an optical identification code such as a barcode as the identification code attached to the endoscope body 10 or the accessory 20.
For example, by printing a barcode on a part of the endoscope body 10, affixing a label with a barcode, or attaching a tag with a barcode to the endoscope body 10, An identification code A composed of a bar code is attached to the endoscope body 10. Further, by attaching a tag on which the barcode is written to the accessory 20, an identification code B consisting of a barcode is attached to the accessory 20.
In addition, when attaching the identification code A (for example, a barcode) to the endoscope body 10, it is attached to a place other than the insertion portion 2. Moreover, it is preferable to attach an identification code to a place where code information can be easily read by a code reader such as a barcode reader. Further, for example, it is preferable to attach the identification code to a position where the code information can be read even if it is stored in the case without being taken out from the case (in the stored state).

In the endoscope main body 10 shown in FIG. 1, the endoscope main body 10 is identified by printing a barcode or attaching a barcode label around the forceps hole of the hand operation unit 1 or the connector 4. Code A is attached.
Further, the accessory 20 shown in FIG. 3 has an identification code B attached to the accessory 20 by attaching a tag with a barcode.

  An endoscope management system using an identification code according to the present invention will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS.

  An endoscope management system according to the present invention registers (inputs) various types of information such as endoscope information and accessory information in a central server for each identification code, and stores information in the central server based on the code information of the identification code. It comprises the steps of managing various stored information (information update, information confirmation, etc.), and determining conformity between the endoscope body and accessories based on the code information of the identification code.

The flowchart of FIG. 5 explains a method for managing various information such as endoscope information and accessory information for each identification code in the central server.
In this embodiment, the identification code A is first attached to the endoscope body 10 (step S1), and the code information of the identification code A is input to the central server (step S2). Then, along with the input of the code information, the endoscope information such as the specifications of the endoscope body 10 to which the identification code A is attached is input to the central server to register the endoscope (step S3). Endoscope information is managed for each identification code (step S4).
That is, the endoscope information is managed for each identification code by inputting the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10 and registering the endoscope.
As the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10, the specifications of the endoscope body such as the model name of the endoscope body, the forceps hole diameter (the inner diameter of the forceps hole 15), the effective length (the length of the forceps tube 15b), etc. Information including a part of endoscope information as code information such as information and information on types of accessories that can be combined can also be used.

For example, when managing 10 endoscope bodies 10, identification codes A ₁ to A ₁₀ are assigned to the endoscope bodies 10, and the code information of the identification codes A _{1 to} A ₁₀ is barcoded. Reading is performed using an identification code reader such as a reader, and this code information is input to the central server.
When registering an endoscope for each identification code, the manufacturer name, model name, serial number, forceps hole diameter (inner diameter of forceps hole 15), effective length (forceps tube) of the endoscope body 10 with the identification code A attached. 15b length), observation range, viewing angle, date of manufacture, ROM information on electrical boards, product life, information on types of accessories that can be combined, information on types of applicable drugs and cleaning methods, etc. The endoscope information and information such as the registration date are input (stored) in the central server for each identification code. Thereby, endoscope information can be managed for each identification code in the central server.

Identification code that includes endoscope information such as endoscope body specification information such as the manufacturer name and model name of the endoscope body, forceps hole diameter, effective length, and information on the types of accessories that can be combined as code information When A is used, the endoscope information can be input to the central server together with the input of the code information.
When the identification code A that does not include the endoscope information as code information is used, or when the endoscope information that is not included in the code information is input, the code information of the identification code A is input to the central server. Thereafter, endoscope information is input to the central server for each of the identification codes A _{1 to} A ₁₀ by, for example, an information input operation by an operator, and the endoscope is registered.
Note that the endoscope information managed by the identification code in the central server can be updated by an information input operation by an operator, for example.

Similarly, the identification code B is attached to the accessory 20 (step S5), and the code information of the identification code B is input to the central server (step S6). In addition to the input of the code information, the accessory information such as the specification of the accessory 20 with the identification code B is input to the central server to register the accessory (step S7). Product information is managed (step S8).
That is, the accessory information is managed for each identification code by inputting the code information of the identification code B attached to the accessory 20 and registering the accessory.
In addition, as the identification code B attached to the accessory 20, accessory specification information such as the type of accessory, forceps diameter (accessory inner diameter), effective length (length of the handle portion 22), and an endoscope that can be combined Information including part of accessory information such as information on the type of main body as code information can also be used.

For example, when managing ten accessories 20, identification codes B ₁ to B ₁₀ are attached to the accessories 20, and the code information of the identification codes B _{1 to} B ₁₀ is identified as a barcode reader or the like. The code information is read using a code reader and the code information is input to the central server.
When registering accessories for each identification code, the manufacturer name, serial number, type of treatment tool, forceps diameter (external diameter of the accessory), effective length (length of the handle 22) of the accessory 20 with the identification code B ), Product life, information on types of endoscopes that can be combined, accessory information such as information on types of applicable drugs and cleaning methods, and information such as the date of registration, etc. Input (store) in the server. As a result, accessory information can be managed for each identification code in the central server.

When using the identification code B, which includes accessory information such as accessory information such as accessory type, forceps diameter, effective length, etc., and information related to the endoscope body that can be combined, as code information, input of code information At the same time, accessory information can be entered into the central server.
Also, when using the identification code B that does not include accessory information as code information, or when entering information that is not included in the code information, after entering the code information of the identification code B and the central server, for example, an operator the information input operation, each identification code B ₁ .about.B ₁₀ separate accessory information entered in a central server, and registers the accessories.
The accessory information managed for each identification code in the central server can be updated by an information input operation by an operator, for example.

Furthermore, not only the endoscope body 10 and accessories 20 but also a cleaning device for cleaning the endoscope body 10 and accessories 20 and a chemical container used for cleaning are attached with an identification code. It is preferable to manage each information based on each identification code.
In this embodiment, an identification code C is attached to a cleaning device for cleaning the endoscope body 10 and the accessory 20 (step S9), and code information of the identification code C is input to the central server (step S10). In addition to the input of the code information, device information such as the type of the cleaning device to which the identification code C is attached is input to the central server to register the device (step S11), and the device information is managed for each identification code (step S11). S12).
Further, the identification code D is attached to the chemical solution container used for cleaning (step S13), and the code information of the identification code D is input to the central server (step S14). Then, along with the input of the code information, the chemical solution information such as the type of chemical solution in the container with the identification code D and the expiration date of use is input to the central server to register the chemical solution (step S15). The chemical information is managed (step S16).

In addition, it is preferable to attach an identification code to the other items related to the use of the endoscope, and to manage information for each identification code in the central server.
Then, by inputting the code information of the identification code and registering the product with the identification code, various information is managed for each identification code in the central server (step S17).
Various information managed by the central server can be updated by an information input operation by an operator, for example.

The flowchart in FIG. 6 illustrates a method for acquiring endoscope information managed by the central server and confirming the information.
When displaying endoscope information on a monitor or the like of a terminal (computer or the like) connected to the central server to check the endoscope information, for example, the endoscope using an identification code reader such as a barcode reader The code information of the identification code A attached to the main body 10 is read, and this code information is input to a terminal connected to the central server (step L1). In the terminal, the information in the central server is collated based on the input code information (identification code A), and the endoscope information corresponding to the collated identification code from various information managed for each identification code. Is acquired (step L2), and this endoscope information is displayed on the monitor of the terminal (step L3).
As the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10, the specifications of the endoscope body such as the model name of the endoscope body, the forceps hole diameter (the inner diameter of the forceps hole 15), the effective length (the length of the forceps tube 15b), etc. When information including a part of endoscope information as code information, such as information and information on types of accessories that can be combined, is used in the endoscope main body 10 by using an identification code reader such as a barcode reader. By reading the code information of the attached identification code A and inputting it to a terminal such as a computer, the endoscope information included in the code information can be acquired and displayed on a monitor of the terminal.

The flowchart in FIG. 7 shows an outline of an endoscope management system that manages an endoscope using various information managed by an identification code in a central server.
In the embodiment of the endoscope management system shown in FIG. 7, the examination information management terminal 101 and the equipment inspection information management are managed in a central server that manages various information such as endoscope information and accessory information according to identification codes. Various terminals (for example, computers) such as the terminal 102, the cleaning information management terminal 103, and the conformity determination terminal 104 are connected, and the endoscope main body is examined based on various information managed by the central server for each identification code. Management of information related to information and equipment inspection information, management of information related to cleaning information of the endoscope body and accessories, and determination of compatibility between the endoscope body and accessories.
In addition, the dotted line arrow in a figure represents the flow of information (data).

  In this embodiment, for example, in the examination information management terminal 101 for managing examination information, the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope main body 10 is read and inputted using an identification code reader such as a barcode reader. (Step L11), and then registering the examination data such as the patient data, the name of the doctor in charge, the date and time of the examination in the examination management terminal (Step L12), and for what patient the endoscope was used, etc. The usage history is registered in the examination management terminal as the examination result (step L13). The examination information management terminal 101 inputs the examination data and the examination result to the central server together with the code information of the identification code A, and manages the examination data and the examination result for each identification code in the central server. That is, information management is performed by the central server so that information such as an endoscope usage history can be searched based on the identification code.

For example, the device inspection information management terminal 102 reads the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10 using an identification code reader such as a barcode reader, and sends this code information to the terminal 102. After the input (step L21), an airtight inspection of the endoscope main body is performed with an inspection device to check whether the endoscope main body is good or defective (step L22). Then, after obtaining the inspection result (good / bad) (step L23), the terminal 102 inputs the inspection result together with the code information of the identification code A to the central server. The device inspection information management terminal 102 displays a warning when the endoscope main body is determined to be defective (step L24).
That is, the device inspection information management terminal 102 inputs the inspection result of the endoscope to the central server based on the identification code A attached to the endoscope main body 10 and stores information such as good / bad of the endoscope main body. Manage information on a central server so that you can search based on identification codes

Further, for example, in the cleaning information management terminal 103, when the endoscope body 10 or the accessory 20 is cleaned, the endoscope body 10 or the accessory 20 is attached to the endoscope body 10 or the accessory 20 using an identification code reader such as a barcode reader. The code information of the identification code A or B is read, this code information is input to the cleaning information management terminal (step L31), and the terminal 103 verifies various information in the central server based on the code information of the identification code. The endoscope information or accessory information corresponding to the identification code read by an identification code reader such as a barcode reader is acquired from the endoscope information or accessory information managed for each identification code. Information (such as an appropriate drug and a cleaning procedure) for appropriately cleaning the endoscope main body and accessories is acquired (step L32). The cleaning information management terminal 103 cleans the endoscope main body and accessories according to the cleaning information (step L33), and then inputs the cleaning record together with the code information of the identification code (step L34).
That is, the cleaning record is input to the central server based on the identification codes A and B attached to the endoscope body 10 and the accessory 20, and information management is performed for each identification code in the central server.

In addition, when the conformity determination between the endoscope body 10 and the accessory 20 is performed, the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10 using an identification code reader such as a barcode reader and the accessory 20 are attached. The identification code B is read, and the code information of these identification codes A and B is input to the conformity determination terminal 104 (step L41). Then, the terminal 104 collates various information in the central server based on the input identification code A and B code information, and the information corresponding to the identified identification code is selected from the information managed for each identification code. Endoscopic information and accessory information are acquired (step L42).
Based on the endoscope information and accessory information, the compatibility of the combination of the endoscope main body and the accessory is determined (step L43). Step L44), if it is determined to be compatible, it can be used (step L45).

  The identification code A attached to the endoscope main body 10 includes information on the types of accessories that can be combined as code information, and the identification code B attached to the accessory 20 can be combined as code information. In the case of including information of this type, the conformity determination terminal can also determine conformity based on the code information of the identification codes A and B attached to each of them without collating / acquiring information in the central server.

Next, the cleaning method by the endoscope management system of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
FIG. 8 illustrates a method for cleaning the endoscope main body. In this embodiment, the endoscope main body is cleaned based on various information managed by the identification code in the central server. In addition, the dotted line arrow in a figure represents the flow of information (data).

When cleaning the endoscope body 10, the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10 to be cleaned is read, and this code information is input to the cleaning information management terminal (step N1), and the cleaning information The management terminal collates information in the central server based on the input code information, and acquires endoscope information of the endoscope body 10 from various information managed by the central server (step N2). ).
Further, the identification code C attached to the cleaning device is read and this code information is input to the cleaning information management terminal (step N3), and the cleaning information management terminal collates the information in the central server based on the input code information. And the apparatus information of the said washing | cleaning apparatus is acquired from the various information managed by the central server (step N4). That is, in the cleaning information management terminal, endoscope information and device information are acquired based on the input identification code.

Then, the cleaning information management terminal determines the device and the endoscope main body based on the acquired endoscope information and device information (step N5), and there is a cleaning device inappropriate for cleaning the endoscope main body 10. When it is selected, or when the endoscope body is determined to be defective based on the endoscope information managed by the central server (the inspection result input from the device inspection information management terminal to the central server) It is determined that it is inappropriate (NG), a warning is displayed (step N16), and an instruction is given to stop the cleaning operation.
In addition, when the cleaning device suitable for cleaning the endoscope main body 10 is selected and the endoscope main body 10 in which the inspection result is determined to be a non-defective product by the device inspection terminal is determined to be appropriate (GOOD), the next Go to step.

  In the next step, a chemical solution to be used for cleaning is selected (step N6), the code information of the identification code D attached to the container of the selected chemical solution is read, and this code information is input to the cleaning information management terminal (step). N7) The cleaning information management terminal collates the information in the central server based on the inputted code information, and acquires the chemical information of the chemical from the various information managed by the central server (step N8). . In the cleaning information management terminal, the chemical solution is determined based on the chemical solution information and the previously acquired endoscope information (step N2) (step N9).

In the determination of drug solution, the suitability such as expiration date is determined from the drug solution information, and the endoscope cleaning suitability (match / mismatch between drug solution and endoscope) of the drug solution selected from the drug solution information and endoscope information is determined. If either one is unsuitable, it is determined that it is unsuitable (NG), a warning is displayed (step N16), and the chemical solution is selected again (return to step N6). It should be noted that the suitability for endoscope cleaning is also determined to be inappropriate when the chemical solution is too weak to be disinfected or sterilized, or when the endoscope is broken because the chemical solution is too strong.
If it is determined that the chemical determination is appropriate (GOOD), the process proceeds to the next step.

In the next step, a cleaning procedure is selected and input to the cleaning information management terminal (step N10). In the cleaning information management terminal, the input cleaning procedure and previously acquired endoscope information (step N2) The cleaning procedure is determined based on (Step N11).
If it is determined that the procedure is inappropriate (NG), a warning is displayed (step N16) and the procedure is selected again (return to step N10).
If it is determined that the procedure is appropriate (GOOD), the process proceeds to the next step, and the endoscope body is cleaned with a cleaning device (step N12).

After cleaning, sterilization / sterilization is determined (step N13). If disinfection or sterilization is insufficient, it is determined to be inappropriate (NG), and cleaning is performed again (return to step N12). If disinfection or sterilization is sufficient, it is determined as appropriate (GOOD), and the cleaning is terminated (step N14).
After completion of the cleaning, the cleaning information management terminal registers (inputs) the cleaning record in the central server based on the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body (step N15).

  That is, based on the code information of the identification code attached to each product, various information is acquired from the central server, the endoscope body is properly cleaned, and the cleaning record is attached to the endoscope body By inputting to the central server based on A, the cleaning record of the endoscope main body is managed for each identification code.

Next, the conformity determination method by the endoscope management system of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the flowchart of FIG.
FIG. 9 illustrates a method for determining the suitability between the endoscope main body and accessories. In this embodiment, the endoscope main body and accessories are identified based on various information managed by the identification code in the central server. Judge the suitability of the combination. In addition, the dotted line arrow in a figure represents the flow of information (data).

In the endoscope management system according to the present invention, when the combination determination of the combination of the endoscope body 10 and the accessory 20 is performed, the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10 is read by the identification code reader. Reading (step M1), this code information is input to the conformity determination terminal. Then, the terminal to which the code information is input collates the information of the central server based on the code information, and acquires endoscope information corresponding to the code information from various information managed for each identification code. (Step M2).
Based on the endoscope information acquired from the central server, it is judged whether the endoscope body is non-defective (has a failure) or has been cleaned, and the suitability of the endoscope body is judged. .

  In this embodiment, first, it is determined whether the endoscope is a defective product based on the endoscope information acquired from the central server (step M3). For example, when it is determined that the endoscope main body is defective based on the endoscope information managed by the central server (the inspection result input from the device inspection information management terminal to the central server) (YES). Then, a warning is displayed (step M5), making it unusable.

  If not defective (NO), it is subsequently determined whether the endoscope has been cleaned (step M4). For example, when it is determined that the endoscope body is not cleaned after use based on endoscope information managed by the central server (cleaning record input from the cleaning information management terminal to the central server) (NO ) Displays a warning (step M5), making it unusable.

  If it is determined that the product is not defective (NO), and if it is determined that the product has been cleaned (YES), it is determined that the suitability of the endoscope body is good, and then the compatibility with the accessory is determined. (Proceed to step M12).

On the other hand, the code information of the identification code B attached to the accessory 20 is read by the identification code reader (step M6), and this code information is input to the conformity determination terminal. Then, the terminal to which the code information is input collates the information of the central server based on the code information, and acquires accessory information corresponding to the code information from various information managed for each identification code ( Step M7).
Based on the accessory information acquired from the central server, it is determined whether the accessory is a disposable product or has been cleaned, and the suitability of the accessory is determined.

In this embodiment, first, it is determined whether the accessory 20 is a disposable product (step M8). If it is determined that the accessory 20 is a disposable product (YES), it is subsequently determined whether it is the first use ( Step M9) If it is not the first use (NO), a warning is displayed (Step 11), and the use is disabled.
If it is determined that the product is a disposable product and it is used for the first time (YES), it is determined that the use suitability of the accessory is good, and then the compatibility with the endoscope is determined (proceed to Step M12). ).

  Furthermore, it is determined whether the accessory 20 is a disposable product (step M8). If it is determined that the accessory 20 is not a disposable product (NO), it is subsequently determined whether it has been cleaned (step M10) and is not cleaned. Is determined (NO), a warning is displayed (step 11), and it cannot be used. If it is determined that the cleaning has been completed (YES), it is determined that the accessory is suitable for use, and then the compatibility with the endoscope body is determined (proceed to step M12).

In the conformity judgment, the endoscope information acquired based on the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope main body and the accessory acquired based on the code information of the identification code B attached to the accessory main body. Based on the product information, the suitability / unsuitability of the combination of the endoscope body and the accessory is determined (step M12).
If it is determined as non-conforming, a warning is displayed (step M13), and it cannot be used. If it is determined to be compatible, it is determined that the suitability for use of the endoscope main body and the suitability for use of the accessories are good and the combination thereof is also suitable, and it is determined that the use is possible (step M14).

  In the endoscope management system according to the present invention, registration / update of endoscope information based on the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body 10 (input of specification information of the endoscope body and usage history) Input of information related to the device, input of information such as device inspection results and cleaning records, etc., and managing the endoscope information for each identification code in the central server, and the code information of the identification code B attached to the accessory 20 Registration / update of accessory information (input of accessory specification information, information related to usage history, information on equipment inspection results, cleaning records, etc.) is performed based on the identification code at the central server. Manage accessory information. When acquiring endoscope information and accessory information at each terminal, based on the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope main body and the code information of the identification code B attached to the accessory. The corresponding information is acquired from various information managed by the central server. Accordingly, a large amount of information can be managed based on the code information of the identification code.

In other words, information such as inspection results and cleaning records are sequentially input to the central server from equipment inspection information management terminals and cleaning information management terminals, and various information is managed for each identification code. Therefore, it is possible to make an appropriate judgment when using the endoscope.
Moreover, when acquiring information, since it acquires based on the code information of the identification code attached | subjected to the endoscope main body and accessories, there is no mix-up of information.

  Further, when an optical identification code such as a bar code is used, a large amount of information can be included as code information, and the identification code can be easily attached to the endoscope body 10 and the accessory 20. Further, since the code information of the identification code can be easily obtained by using an identification code reader such as a percode reader, handling is easy.

1 is an overall configuration diagram of an endoscope body according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. It is a fragmentary sectional view of the endoscope main part in the Example of this invention. It is a figure which shows the accessory by the Example of this invention. It is a figure which shows the identification code by the Example of this invention. The flowchart 1 explaining the endoscope management system of this invention. The flowchart 2 explaining the endoscope management system of this invention. The flowchart 3 explaining the endoscope management system of this invention. The flowchart explaining the washing | cleaning method of an endoscope main body. The flowchart explaining the conformity judgment method of an endoscope main body and accessories.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Hand operation part 2 Insertion part 4 Connector 10 Endoscope main body 15 Insertion hole 20 Accessory 21 Treatment part 22 Handle part A Identification code A
B Identification code B
101 Examination Information Management Terminal 102 Equipment Inspection Information Management Terminal 103 Cleaning Information Management Terminal 104 Conformity Determination Terminal

Claims (6)

An identification code A is attached to the endoscope body (10), code information of the identification code A and information about the endoscope body (10) to which the identification code A is attached are input to a central server, and the central server In addition to managing endoscope information by identification code in
The identification code B is attached to the accessory (20), and the code information of the identification code B and the information about the accessory (20) to which the identification code B is attached are input to the central server. An endoscope management system for managing accessory information,
Endoscope information and accessory information are acquired based on the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body (10) and the identification code B attached to the accessory (20), and the endoscope body and accessories are obtained. Endoscope management system characterized by determining the suitability of products. When determining the compatibility between the endoscope body (10) and the accessory (20), the endoscope information is obtained from the central server based on the code information of the identification code A attached to the endoscope body (10). In addition, the accessory information is acquired from the central server based on the code information of the identification code B attached to the accessory (20), and the internal information is acquired based on the endoscope information and the accessory information acquired from the central server. The endoscope management system according to claim 1, wherein the endoscope main body and accessories are determined to be compatible. Determine the suitability of the endoscope body based on the endoscope information acquired from the central server, determine the suitability of accessories based on the accessory information acquired from the central server,
Thereafter, the suitability of the combination of the endoscope main body and the accessory is determined, and the endoscope management system according to claim 2. An identification code A based on an optical identification code such as a barcode is attached to the endoscope main body (10) by printing on the endoscope main body, attaching a label, or attaching a tag. The endoscope management system according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein an identification code B such as an optical identification code is attached to the accessory (20). When attaching the identification code A to the endoscope body (10), an optical identification code such as a barcode is attached to a place other than the insertion portion (2) by printing, labeling, or tag attachment. The endoscope management system according to claim 4, wherein the endoscope management system is characterized in that: The central server manages endoscope information and accessory information for each identification code, and uses an identification code reader such as a barcode reader to identify the identification code attached to the endoscope body (10) or accessory (20). Read the code information
6. The endoscope information or accessory information corresponding to the read code information is obtained by collating various information managed by a central server based on the code information. Endoscope management system.

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