| 摘要 |
<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To detach a probe from an ultrasonic system by disconnecting a connector of the probe from the connector of the ultrasonic system, and place these parts of the probe displaced outside of a patient's body on a tray or a hook before the patient is moved. <P>SOLUTION: A connector ultrasonic probe includes a distal section that is configured to be inserted into the patient's body and a proximal section configured to interface the distal section with an ultrasonic system. The distal section is easily attachable and detachable from the proximal section using at least one set of connectors. When connected, a user-operated actuator located on the proximal section controls the bending of the distal section, and the ultrasonic system transmits driving signals to and receives return signals from the ultrasonic transducer via the proximal section. This arrangement is particularly advantageous for long term monitoring, because the disconnection of the proximal section makes it possible to leave the distal section in place in the patient for longer periods of time without undue discomfort. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2012,JPO&INPIT |
