JP2002209864A - Electrode device for electrocardiogram inspection - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an electrode device for electrocardiogram inspection which is used simply without a skill, is easy to use, performs inspection safely, surely and speedily, is sanitary, and which is obtained economically. SOLUTION: A belt like supporting plate piece (2) having a plurality of electrodes (3) arranged correspondingly to a site to be given electrocardiogram inspection of a chest arranged thereon is provided. An adhesive part (4) is provided on the rear surface of this piece (2). The piece (2) is adhered to a measuring position of the patient for inspection.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an electrode device to be attached to an examination position of a chest when examining an electrocardiogram of the chest.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art When examining an electrocardiogram of a chest, a rubber ball type suction electrode is attached to a measurement position of the body. If the negative pressure of the rubber ball is weak, the electrode may come off, and if the suction is too strong, subcutaneous bleeding may occur on the measurement part of the body or traces of the suction may remain.

In general, six suction electrodes are used, and each suction electrode is color-coded to determine a position to be measured by each color. However, if the measurement position is not used, it is necessary to grasp the position accurately. It could not be done and required considerable skill.

In addition, if the user is not accustomed to this examination, it takes a considerable amount of time to check the position of the electrodes, to attach the electrodes, to connect the cords, etc. There was a problem.

[0005] Further, since the rubber ball type suction electrode cannot be used for a long time as described above, it is desired to know changes in the waveform of arrhythmia, progress from angina to myocardial infarction, enlargement of myocardial infarction, and the like. In some cases, the measurement has to be performed with an interval of every several hours, which is troublesome, and a good inspection result cannot be obtained.

[0006] Further, since the above-mentioned suction electrode is used repeatedly many times while being applied to the chest of many subjects, it is unsanitary and there is a risk of infection of the subjects with fungi and the like. .

In addition, each suction electrode is provided with a core.
Since the code is connected, the code becomes complicated and hinders the inspection.

[0008]

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention solves these problems and can be used easily without skill, is easy to use, and can be inspected quickly with safety and certainty. It is an object of the present invention to provide an electrocardiographic examination electrode device which is hygienic and economical.

[0009]

According to the present invention, there is provided a strip-shaped support plate on which a plurality of electrodes are arranged corresponding to a part of the chest where an electrocardiogram is to be examined, and an adhesive portion is provided on the back surface of the support plate. In this method, a support plate piece is stuck to a measurement position of a subject for inspection.

In addition, a code is provided for each of the above-mentioned electrodes so that an electric signal from the chest is sent to an electrocardiograph.

[0011] Further, at least a portion between the electrodes of the supporting piece is formed so as to be expandable and contractable so that an examination can be performed in accordance with the size of the chest of the subject.

Further, the cord portion between the electrodes is formed in a spiral shape so as to cope with expansion and contraction of the supporting piece.

Further, a multi-core cord with a connector is provided so that the cord portions extending from the supporting piece are collectively and neatly arranged so that the cord does not interfere with the inspection.

[0014]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS An electrode device (1) comprises a support plate piece (2) formed in a band shape so as to include a part for examining an electrocardiogram of a chest, and an electrode (3) provided on a test part of the support plate piece. ).

In the illustrated example, six locations (A to F) on the chest,
That is, the right edge of the fourth intercostal sternum (A), the left edge of the fourth intercostal sternum (B), the midpoint between the left edge of the fourth intercostal sternum and the fifth rib on the left clavicle midline (C), Inspection is performed at 6 positions of 5 intercostals (D), the same level as D on the left anterior axillary line (E), and the same level as the above D (F) on the left middle axillary line. The support plate piece (2) is formed in a substantially flat corrugated shape so as to include it. Note that the inspection position can be any other appropriate position.

The support plate piece (2) can be formed of cloth, paper, non-woven fabric, plastic film, or the like, and has an adhesive portion (4) formed by applying an adhesive on the back surface.

The electrode (3) has an electrode plate (5), and a conductive gel (6) is coated around the electrode plate. With an adhesive interposed, this electrode is inserted and fixed in a hole (7) formed in a portion corresponding to the inspection position of the support plate piece (2). In this case, an insulator (8) is provided on the upper surface of the conductive gel (6). In addition, as a method of holding the electrode (3), other means can be used.

A release paper (9) can be appropriately provided on the back surface of the adhesive portion (4).

A code (10) for transmitting an electric signal from the chest to an electrocardiograph (not shown) is connected to the electrode plate (5). In this example, the end of the cord is connected to the electrode plate (5) by bonding or welding. For example, an electrode having a terminal protruding from the base of the board is provided. Snap hook-shaped engaging element made of insulating material (12)
Can be detachably engaged, an electrode plate is formed on the inner surface of the engaging element so as to be in contact with the electrode, a code can be connected to the electrode plate, and other appropriate connection methods can be used. it can.

The code (10) connected to each of the electrodes (3)
Are assembled at a central portion, a left portion, a right portion, and other appropriate positions of the support piece (2), and are connected to a multi-core code (12) with a connector (11).

When the support piece (2) is made of a stretchable material such as cloth, the support piece can be extended and used according to the size of the chest. It is easy to use if the helical portion (13) is provided in 10) so as to be extendable and contractable, or if the cord is made slightly longer to provide a margin. In this case,
The helical portion (13) is provided so as to be located between the electrodes. However, the helical portion may be provided one by one for each code. The portion of the node (10) may be supported on the supporting member (2) by using an adhesive, an adhesive tape or other suitable supporting means.

FIG. 4 shows a stretchable piece (14) made of a stretchable material such as knitted fabric, gauze or other cloth or rubber between the electrodes of the support piece (2) by bonding or welding. The case where it intervened is shown.

FIG. 5 shows a support member (2) with a projecting piece.
(15), and the connector (11) of the multi-core cord (12) is adhered to the adhesive portion (16) formed on the surface of the protruding piece to integrally connect the support member and the multi-core cord. It is intended to be.

[004]

According to the present invention, the supporting piece is formed in a band shape so as to include a plurality of parts for examining the electrocardiogram of the chest, and each of the electrodes is provided at that part. The electrode can simply and accurately correspond to the test position without requiring skill by simply touching the chest to the chest, and the ECG test can be performed quickly, and the overall structure is simplified. And can be made economically.

Further, since the adhesive portion is provided on the back surface of the support piece, the support piece can be easily and reliably adhered to the chest, and the electrode may come off during the inspection as in the prior art. No subcutaneous bleeding occurs, and the support piece can be easily attached and detached.

Furthermore, since it can be used continuously for a long period of time, continuous measurement over time is possible, changes in cardiac function can be sufficiently captured, good tests can be obtained, and instant treatment can be performed. It is possible.

Further, since the device can be mounted easily and promptly without any skill as described above, the electrocardiogram information can be quickly sent to a specialist in an ambulance or a remote place. This leads to early treatment and can improve the survival rate.

Further, since at least the space between the electrodes of the supporting piece is formed to be extensible, it can be adjusted according to the size of the chest of the subject.

Further, since the codes connected to the electrodes are arranged in one place, there is no complexity due to the codes and it does not hinder the inspection. Moreover, the electrode device is disposable and sanitary.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a plan view showing an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a partially enlarged sectional view of the apparatus.

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram showing an electrocardiogram examination position on the chest.

FIG. 4 is an enlarged side view in partial cross section showing another embodiment of the present apparatus.

FIG. 5 is a plan view showing another embodiment of the support piece.

[Explanation of symbols]

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Electrode apparatus 2 Support plate piece 3 Electrode 4 Adhesive part 9 Release paper 10 Code 11 Connector 12 Multi-core code 13 Spiral part

Claims (5)

[Claims] 1. A support plate which is formed in a band shape so as to include a plurality of parts for examining an electrocardiogram of a chest, and an electrode for detecting an electric signal from the chest is provided at the examination part of the support plate. An electrode device for electrocardiogram examination, wherein an adhesive portion is provided on the back surface of the support plate piece. 2. The electrocardiographic examination electrode apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a code for connecting each electrode to transmit an electric signal from the chest to the electrocardiograph. 3. The electrocardiographic examination electrode device according to claim 1, wherein at least a portion of the support piece at which the electrode is located is formed so as to be able to expand and contract. 4. The electrocardiographic examination electrode device according to claim 3, wherein a cord portion located between the electrodes is formed in a spiral shape so as to be able to expand and contract. 5. A multi-core cord with a connector for combining cords extending from the support plate into one place.
The electrode device for electrocardiogram examination according to any one of the above.