KR20190064291A - Vagina treatment device, control method thereof, and treatment method using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a vaginal canal treatment device comprising an expansion part which is inserted into a vaginal canal to expand the vaginal canal, and an energy transfer module which transfers energy in a state where the vaginal canal is expanded, a control method thereof, and a treatment method using the same. According to the present invention, the vaginal canal treatment device can be inserted into a vaginal canal and expand the vaginal canal to deliver RF energy, such that a large area can be treated within a short time, one-shot treatment can be performed, and areas with wrinkles can be also treated by being forcibly spread, thereby enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of treatment. In addition, since tissues in the vaginal canal can be treated without surgical procedures, the pain and discomfort of a patient can be minimized.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The present invention relates to a vascular treatment device, a control method thereof, and a treatment method using the same. [0002] VAGINA TREATMENT DEVICE, CONTROL METHOD THEREOF, AND TREATMENT METHOD USING THE SAME [

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a vascular treatment apparatus, a control method thereof, and a treatment method using the same, and more particularly, to a vascular treatment apparatus using energy to treat tissue in vagina.

The vagina of the female genitalia decreases in the elasticity of the inner wall of the vagina due to birth or aging, and is particularly relaxed when giving birth. The increased inner wall of the vagina can be recovered to a certain extent after childbirth but rarely recovered by the elasticity before birth.

In the past, surgical procedures such as incising an enlarged area or inserting a prosthesis were used as a method of treating an increased vascularity and restoring the satisfaction and confidence of a woman. US20050187429 is disclosed in connection with such conventional technology.

However, such a conventional technique has a complicated procedure as a surgical operation, and has suffered serious pain and side effects.

US Patent Publication No. US20050187429 (published on August 25, 2005)

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to provide a vascular treatment apparatus, a control method thereof, and a treatment method using the same, which is inserted into a vaginal tube and applied with energy to treat the tissue.

As a means for solving the above problems, there is provided a vascular treatment device including an expanding part inserted in a vaginal tube and configured to expand at least a part of a corrugated inner wall of a vaginal tube, and an energy transfer module configured to transmit energy in an expanded state of the vaginal tube Can be provided.

Here, as the expanding portion expands, the outer diameter increases and the expandable portion can expand so that the inner wall of the vascular tube and the outer surface of the expanding portion come into close contact with each other.

Here, the expansion part may be constituted by a balloon.

Also, at least a portion of the balloon may be constituted by a first expanding portion which is expanded in a cylindrical shape.

Furthermore, the balloon can be configured as a semi-compliance type so that it can be inflated while maintaining its shape after being inflated to a predetermined size.

And a stress concentration portion provided in the balloon in the longitudinal direction so as to restrict a change in the length of the balloon when the balloon is inflated.

On the other hand, the balloon is divided into a plurality of regions, and each of the balloons can be independently configured to be supplied with the fluid.

Here, the material of the balloon may be configured to include latex.

On the other hand, the balloon may have a length of 3 cm to 15 cm.

The outer diameter of the balloon may be configured to expand in a range of 3 cm to 10 cm.

In addition, the balloon may be configured as a compliance type so that the outer surface of the balloon can be closely contacted with the bending of the inner wall of the tube.

On the other hand, the energy transfer module is configured to be wound in the circumferential direction of the bulging portion, and the winding portion corresponding to the outer surface increasing as the bulging portion expands can be gradually loosened.

The energy transfer module may be formed by printing on a balloon.

The balloon and the energy transfer module may further include a main body including a control unit, an RF generating unit, and a fluid supply unit, which are provided in the handpiece.

The method further includes the steps of inflating the tube into a cylindrical shape by introducing fluid into the inflated portion inserted into the vaginal canal, delivering energy to the tissue using an energy transfer module provided around the inflated portion, A control method of a vascular treatment apparatus including a contraction step can be provided.

Here, the expanding portion expanding step may expand the expanding portion by supplying the fluid at a predetermined pressure capable of expanding the quality tube.

Further, the expansion portion expansion step may be performed using an expansion portion configured to expand into a cylindrical shape upon expansion.

In addition, a vascular treatment method including a step of expanding a vascular tube into a cylindrical shape by inserting a treatment device into a vaginal penetration opening, a step of treating the tissue by transferring energy into the vascular tissue from the inner wall side of the vascular tube, Can be provided.

Herein, the expanding step may be sequentially performed, wherein the inserting step of inserting the treatment device into the vaginal penetration opening and the expanding of the vascular tube into the cylindrical shape are sequentially performed.

In addition, the step of removing the treatment device can be withdrawn to the outside of the vascular tube after contracting the treatment device.

 The apparatus for treating a vascular vessel according to the present invention, its control method, and therapeutic method using the same can insert a large amount of energy into a vaginal canal, expand a vascular tube, deliver a large area in a short time, The treatment can be performed on the part, and the efficiency and accuracy of the treatment can be improved. In addition, it is possible to minimize the pain and discomfort of the patient because the treatment of the tissue in the vascular can be performed without a surgical procedure.

1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a first embodiment according to the present invention.
2 is a perspective view of a first embodiment according to the present invention.
3 is a perspective view of the handpiece.
4 is an exploded perspective view of the handpiece.
5A to 5C are operational states of the handpiece.
6A to 6C are operational states of the balloon.
7 is an exploded view of the energy transfer module.
8 is a cross-sectional view taken along line I-I 'of Fig.
9A to 9C are use state diagrams of the first embodiment.
Figs. 10A to 10C are views showing the expansion of an insertion portion and the expansion of a lesion site. Fig.
11 is a modification of the electrode.
12 shows another modification of the electrode.
13A and 13B are use state diagrams of the second embodiment.
14 is a flowchart of a control method of the vascular treatment apparatus according to the embodiment of the present invention.
15 is a flowchart of a control method of a vascular treatment apparatus according to another embodiment of the present invention.
16 is a flowchart of a vascular treatment method according to an embodiment of the present invention.
17 is a flowchart of a vascular treatment method according to another embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, a vascular treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the following description of the embodiments, the names of the respective components may be referred to as other names in the art. However, if there is a functional similarity and an equivalence thereof, the modified structure can be regarded as an equivalent structure. In addition, reference numerals added to respective components are described for convenience of explanation. However, the contents of the drawings in the drawings in which these symbols are described do not limit the respective components to the ranges within the drawings. Likewise, even if the embodiment in which the structure on the drawing is partially modified is employed, it can be regarded as an equivalent structure if there is functional similarity and uniformity. Further, in view of the level of ordinary skill in the art, if it is recognized as a component to be included, a description thereof will be omitted.

The term "tissue" refers to a collection of cells distributed in the human vaginal tract, and the term "vaginal tube" refers to a portion connecting the uterus and the vulva in female genitalia, and the inner wall or inner wall of the vaginal tube refers to the inner Refers to the side where the treated treatment device is contacted.

The tissue is assumed to include some or all of the tissues distributed from the mucosa of the inner wall of the vascular tube to a predetermined depth. In the following, the term "treatment" refers to the effect of whitening, retightening, and wrinkle improvement by performing remodeling by changing the tissue into at least one state of coagulation or ablation by transmitting RF energy to the tissue including collagen do.

1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a first embodiment according to the present invention.

As shown in the drawings, the apparatus for treating a vascular defect according to the present invention may include a handpiece 10 and a main body 20.

The handpiece 10 is configured to be inserted into the vaginal canal to deliver RF energy. The handpiece 10 may include an insertion portion 100 and a grip portion 600 inserted into the inside of the vaginal canal.

The insertion portion 100 is configured to be inserted into the inside of the vaginal canal to deliver the RF energy in a state where the vaginal canal is expanded to treat the tissue. The insertion unit 100 is configured to be expanded and contracted by a user's input, and is configured to expand a vascular tube at the time of inflation. It is possible to maximize the treatment area by increasing the contact area with the inner wall of the vascular tube during swelling of the swelling portion. The insertion unit 100 is configured to treat the tissue by transmitting energy in an expanded state of the vascular tube. And may include a temperature sensor 330 for measuring the temperature in the course of the treatment.

The grip portion 600 is configured to be gripped by a user and supports the insertion portion 100 so that the insertion portion 100 can be inserted into the inside of the vaginal canal while being held. One side of the grip portion 600 is connected to one end of the insertion portion 100 and the other side of the grip portion 600 can be received from a fluid and an energy source provided in the main body 20. [

The grip unit 600 may include an input unit to allow the user to transmit the input to the control unit 22 when the user performs an input, and may include a display unit to monitor the state of the tissue and the treatment state.

The main body 20 is configured to supply energy and fluid necessary for the treatment, and is configured to control the overall process in the course of treatment.

The main body 20 may include an RF generator 21, a fluid supply unit 23, and a control unit 22. The RF generator 21 is configured to receive energy from the outside and generate RF energy. The RF generator 21 generates RF energy used for treatment and can be configured to generate RF energy of a different frequency depending on the patient's constitution, tissue structure, tissue size, and the like. For example, the energy used when treating the intestinal wall < RTI ID = 0.0 > (t) < / RTI >

The fluid supply part 23 is configured to supply the fluid to the insertion part 100 to inflate the insertion part 100. The fluid supply part 23 can be configured to adjust the flow rate and pressure of the fluid to be supplied. The fluid supply unit 23 may include a pump, a valve, or the like for supplying the fluid and maintaining the pressure, but since such a configuration is widely used, its description is omitted.

The control unit 22 is configured to perform overall control of the treatment device including the RF generating unit 21 and the fluid supply unit 23. [ The controller 22 may be configured to treat the application time, power, voltage, current, energy amount, and frequency of the RF energy generated by the RF generator 21. And the fluid supply amount and the supply pressure of the fluid supply unit 23 can be adjusted. The control unit 22 may perform feedback control using the temperature of tissue measured from the temperature sensor 330 during the control of the RF generator 21 and may use a pressure sensor and a flow meter provided in the fluid supply unit 23 Thereby performing fluid control.

However, in the present embodiment, various types of energy capable of heating and treating tissues can be used although the therapeutic apparatus using RF energy has been exemplified.

2 is a perspective view of a first embodiment according to the present invention.

As described above, the first embodiment according to the present invention can be configured to include the main body 20 and the handpiece 10. The body 20 and the handpiece 10 are connected by a cable 30 and the cable 30 may comprise an RF cable, a fluid channel, and a feedback path. The handpiece 10 may include a connector such that the cable 30 can be detachably connected to one side of the handpiece 10.

On the other hand, on the outer surface of the main body 20, various information including a power on / off switch, a frequency control lever capable of adjusting the frequency of RF energy generated in the RF generator, A command can be inputted, and a touch screen for displaying treatment information can be installed. The control unit 22 can control the RF generating unit 21 and the fluid supplying unit 23 according to a predetermined treatment mode. If there is an input for manually changing a variable value of a treatment mode from a user, And controls the RF generating unit 21 and the fluid supply unit 23.

Hereinafter, the construction and operation of the handpiece 10 according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 3 to 13. FIG.

Fig. 3 is a perspective view of the handpiece 10, and Fig. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the handpiece 10. Fig. As shown in the figure, the handpiece 10 includes an insertion portion 100 and a grip portion 600.

The insertion portion 100 is configured to be inserted from the outside through the vaginal opening into the inside of the vaginal canal as described above. The insertion portion 100 is configured to expand in a state where the insertion portion 100 is inserted into the tube, thereby increasing the diameter. The insertion portion 100 is configured to expand the tube while supporting the tube inner wall t as the diameter of the insertion portion 100 increases. The insertion portion 100 may include a shaft 110, a guide 500, a balloon 200, and an energy transfer module 300.

The shaft 110 is firmly connected to the grip portion 600 so that the shaft 110 can be firmly supported when the insertion portion 100 is inserted into the inside of the tube. The shaft 110 is configured to include a fluid channel to allow fluid to move inwardly. One side of the fluid channel is in fluid communication with the gripper 600 and the other side is formed with an outlet 111 so as to be in fluid communication with the balloon 200 outside the shaft 110. The length of the shaft 110 is configured to correspond to the length of the tube, and the length of the tube may vary depending on individual differences, so that the length of the shaft 110 may be 2 cm to 15 cm. Also, the diameter of the shaft 110 may be less than 3 cm so as to minimize the foreign body sensation, pain, or discomfort when inserted into the shrunken vaginal canal.

The guide 500 is provided on the grip portion 600 side of the shaft 110 and supports the end of the balloon 200 so as to prevent the balloon 200 from expanding in the outward direction of the vaginal tube at the time of inflation, It is possible to transmit the supporting force in the longitudinal direction and to prevent it from expanding to the outside.

The balloon 200 is configured to expand and expand the vascular tube and functions as an expanding portion. The balloon 200 is contracted so that it can be inserted into a narrow inside of the narrow tube when the insertion portion 100 is inserted inward and the contact between the inside wall t (t) of the tube and the electrode 320 The area can be expanded and expanded to treat larger areas. It is composed of a diameter of about 2 cm at the time of contraction considering the average size of the vagina of a woman, and it is constituted to be about 5-10 cm in diameter when expanded, but is not limited thereto.

The main expansion direction of the balloon 200 can be expanded in a direction in which the diameter of the balloon 200 increases and the area of the side surface increases. The female vagina is connected to the cervix, and the other side is connected to the outside, so that the length of the vaginal canal does not change largely, and the main extension direction is in the direction of increasing the circumference. When the vagina is expanded, the wrinkles gradually expand and the circumference increases and the diameter increases. Correspondingly, as the diameter of the balloon 200 is increased in the inserted state, the wrinkles of the inner wall t of the tube are gradually expanded and the area of the balloon 200 in close contact with the outer surface of the balloon 200 increases.

When the internal fluid pressure acting on the balloon 200 is released during the contraction of the balloon 200, the shape of the balloon 200 changes in the reverse direction to that of the inflated state, and a certain amount of contraction is caused by the elasticity and pressure of the tube itself. A negative pressure may be applied to the interior of the balloon 200. FIG.

The balloon 200 is inserted into the shaft 110 and the balloon 200 at a portion where the shaft 110 is inserted and a portion where the shaft 110 is inserted so that the inside and the outside of the balloon 200 can be sealed, Can be attached. The operation of the balloon 200 will be further described with reference to FIG.

The energy transfer module 300 is configured to transmit RF energy in contact with the inner surface of the tube at the outer surface of the balloon 200. The energy transfer module 300 may include a base 310, an electrode 320, and a temperature sensor 330. The energy transfer module 300 may be configured to have elasticity, be supported by the balloon 200 when inflated, change its shape, and be configured to provide a restoring force upon contraction. In addition, the balloon 200 may be configured to be deformed in response to the wrinkles or curvature C of the inner wall of the vascular tube t when the balloon 200 expands to expand the vascular tube. However, this will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8. FIG.

However, although not shown, the insertion portion 100 may further include a sheath 400 surrounding the shaft 110 and the balloon 200 so that insertion into the inside of the vaginal can be facilitated . The sheath 400 may have a C-shaped cross-section so that the sheath 400 may be detached from the insertion portion 100 while being inserted into the inside of the vaginal canal, and may be pulled out by the user from the outside.

5A to 5C are operational states of the handpiece 10;

As shown in FIG. 5A, the insertion portion 100 of the handpiece 10 may be configured differently from the contracted first type and the expanded second type. Here, the first embodiment is a state in which compression is maximized by being in close contact with the shaft 110. The insertion portion 100 enters in a compressed or contracted state so that insertion can be easily performed inside the vaginal canal. 5B, when the balloon 200 is inflated, the diameter of the insertion portion 100 increases, and the balloon 200 is inflated. As the balloon 200 is inflated, the curled energy transfer module gradually expands, so that the outer surface of the insertion portion 100 is continuously wrapped by the energy transfer module. 5C, when the balloon 200 is further inflated, the diameter of the insertion portion 100 is maximized, and the contact area formed on the outer circumferential surface is maximized. At this time, a center portion of the insertion portion 100 is formed into a first expanding portion 210 in a cylindrical shape, and a hemispherical second expanding portion 220 is formed at the end of the insertion direction to enlarge the main expansion direction in diameter, Expanding in an increasing direction.

6A to 6C are operational states of the balloon 200. Fig.

6A shows a state in which the balloon 200 is contracted, FIG. 6B shows a state in which the balloon 200 is inflated in the middle, and FIG. 6C shows a state in which the balloon 200 is fully inflated.

As shown in the figure, the balloon 200 is configured to be contracted and inflated, and can be configured to maintain the length L during inflation and to be inflated while maintaining its overall shape. Here, the length is maintained, which means that there is a certain length change but the change is insignificant when compared with the width change. The balloon 200 may be a semi-compliant balloon 200 that is somewhat corrugated when in a contracted state and may be expanded while maintaining its overall shape after being deformed to a certain shape. However, in the case of the compliance balloon 200 which is constantly expanded from the beginning as in the case of a balloon and is adjustable in shape according to external force, the energy transfer module 300 provided on the outer surface at the time of inflation, can do. The balloon 200 may be constructed to include latex, and may be configured to include various elastic materials suitable for medical use.

FIG. 7 is an exploded view of the energy transfer module 300, and FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view taken along line I-I 'of FIG.

As described above, the energy transfer module 300 may include a base 310, an electrode 320, a temperature sensor 330, and a connection portion 340.

The base 310 is provided with a space in which the electrode 320 is provided and the contact area of the electrode 320 can be changed according to the expansion of the balloon 200. The base 310 is made of a stretchable material or an elastic material so as to be capable of responding to the expansion of the balloon 200. The base 310 is configured to be wound in the circumferential direction of the balloon 200, for example, and the curled portion may be gradually expanded as the balloon 200 is expanded to enlarge the area of the outer surface.

And an electrode 320 may be provided on the outer surface of the base 310. The base 310 is generally rectangular in shape when it is unfolded, and a plurality of electrodes 320 may be provided to allow the electrode 320 to contact the inner wall of the vascular tube at a plurality of points. When the base 310 is curled around the balloon 200, the electrode 320 formed on the outer surface of the ball 310 is also curled so that the area of contact with the inner wall of the canal is changed.

At this time, the base 310 may be configured to surround the side surface of the balloon 200 except for the end side of the balloon 200 to prevent energy transmission to a portion of the genital organs such as the cervix, Lt; / RTI >

A connection portion 340 is provided at one side of the base 310 so as to be electrically connected to the grip portion 600. The connection portion 340 may be relatively thin compared to the width of the base 310 and may include an electrical path for individually controlling each of the plurality of electrodes 320 when the array is provided. The connection part 340 is connected to the base 310 in a flexible manner when the shape of the base 310 changes according to the expansion of the balloon 200 and may be made of an elastic or stretchable material similar or similar to the base 310 to prevent breakage. The connection portion between the connection portion 340 and the base 310 is connected to the rounded portion so as to prevent the stress from concentrating when the shape of the base 310 changes or the insertion portion 100 is pulled out from the tube . However, the connection unit 340 may be connected to the grip unit 600 through the shaft 110. The grip unit 600 may be connected to the grip unit 600 through the connection unit 340. [

Meanwhile, the base 310 may be provided with an attachment unit fixed to the balloon 200. The attachment portion may be formed as a long region in the longitudinal direction to minimize a portion of the balloon 200 which is restricted by the attachment portion when the balloon 200 is inflated in the circumferential direction and to restrict the inflation in the longitudinal direction. The attachment portion may be formed at the center portion of the electrode 320 so as to minimize the resistance caused by the frictional force at the overlapping portion of the base 310 when the balloon 200 is inflated. That is, the balloon 200 is audited in a half clockwise direction around the attachment portion, and the other half of the balloon 200 is wrapped around the balloon 200 in a counterclockwise direction. Therefore, since the amount of the pulleys corresponding to the expansion of the balloon 200 becomes equal, the frictional force can be remarkably reduced as compared with the case where the balloon 200 is unlatched in either direction, and the expansion can be smoothly performed.

The base 310 can be determined to be at least partially overlapped when the balloon 200 is inflated to its maximum extent inside the vaginal canal. It is possible to prevent the damage of the inner wall of the vascular wall (t) and the suffering and inconvenience of the patient even when the vascular wall is removed from the inside of the vascular wall after the treatment is finished. Therefore, when a part of the base 310 is overlapped at the time of maximum expansion, it can be supported mutually in the overlapped portion and returned to the dried state of the balloon 200 again. At this time, a restoring force (not shown) such as a leaf spring may be additionally provided for smooth return to the original state of being dried. However, the base 310 can be deformed into a spiral-wound configuration of the balloon 200, and can be applied to various configurations that surround the balloon 200.

The electrode 320 is configured to transmit energy through the inner surface of the vaginal canal as described above. The electrodes 320 may be provided on a large surface facing the outside when the base 310 is wrapped around the balloon 200. The electrodes 320 are of bipolar type and can be arranged repeatedly. The electrodes 320 may be arranged in parallel in the circumferential direction so as to be in close contact with the vaginal wall while maintaining a uniform distribution density of the electrodes 320 even when inflated. The electrode 320 may be divided into a plurality of control areas divided in a plane on the base 310, and may be connected to independent electric paths so as to be independently controlled for each area. The electrode 320 is disposed around the balloon 200 along the base 310 and is treated by applying energy to the inner wall of the tube at a predetermined depth so that the tissue treatment region is formed in the rotation direction along the arrangement of the electrodes 320 And can also be treated to a predetermined depth to create an annular treatment area. Although the electrode 320 is described as a bipolar type electrode, the electrode 320 may be a monopolar type electrode. In this case, the electrode 320 may be separately provided.

The electrode 320 may be divided into a plurality of regions along the circumference so as to prevent the RF energy from being transmitted to the overlapping portion between the energy transfer modules 300, that is, the portion not contacting the tissue.

The temperature sensor 330 may be configured to measure the temperature of the tissue. As the RF energy is transmitted, the temperature of the tissue changes, and the measured value is transmitted to the controller 22. The temperature sensor 330 may be configured to measure the temperature of the tissue at a plurality of points. However, since the position of the temperature sensor 330 can be variously modified, a description thereof will be omitted, and a configuration thereof may be variously applied, so that a description thereof will be omitted.

Although not shown, the energy transfer module 300 may be provided with insulation portions in a plurality of regions as needed.

Hereinafter, the use of the first embodiment according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 9 and 10. FIG. FIGS. 9A to 9C are explanatory diagrams showing the state of use of the first embodiment, and FIGS. 10A to 10B are views showing the expansion of the insertion section 100 and the expansion of a lesion site. On the other hand, it is revealed that it can be somewhat exaggerated for the sake of explanation.

As shown in Fig. 9A, the insertion is inserted through the inlet of the vascular tube with the insertion portion 100 being retracted. The lubricant can be applied to the outer surface of the energy transfer module 300 for smooth insertion. The user inserts the insertion portion 100 in the longitudinal direction while entering the grip portion 600 of the handpiece 10 from the entrance of the graft tube. At this time, since the depths of the vascular tubes vary with individual differences, the insertion depth of the insertion portion 100 may vary depending on the individual. The insertion portion 100 can be inserted up to a depth where the end of the insertion portion 100 is adjacent to or close to the uterine (neck) portion.

As shown in Fig. 9B, the insertion portion 100 is inflated after insertion. At this time, the control unit 22 operates the fluid supply unit 23 to supply the fluid to the balloon 200. At this time, as the fluid is filled in the balloon 200, the balloon 200 is inflated so that the electrode 320 module is released, and the inner wall of the vascular tube is expanded. At this time, as the balloon 200 is expanded in the circumferential direction, the inner wall t of the vaginal tube is mainly expanded in the circumferential direction. At this time, the control unit 22 can supply the fluid with a pressure higher than the body pressure. The elasticity of the balloon 200 and the restoring force of the energy transfer module 300 are generated when the insertion portion 100 is inflated and the inner wall t of the tube is expanded, The balloon 200 can be inflated only when the pressure inside the balloon 200 is higher than the body pressure. After inflating the balloon 200, the pressure acting on the balloon 200 may be maintained to maintain the inflation amount.

As shown in Fig. 9C, in a state in which the balloon 200 is inflated, the control unit 22 is configured to be able to transmit RF energy. At this time, the energy transfer module 300 is in a loosened state and contacts with the inner surface of the tube in a large area, and RF energy is transmitted. After the appropriate RF energy is delivered according to a predetermined treatment procedure, the balloon 200 is contracted and the insertion portion 100 is taken out of the vascular tube.

Referring to Fig. 10, changes in the cross-sectional shape of the insert 100 and the vascular tube are shown corresponding to Figs. 9A to 9C. As shown in FIG. 10A, in the inserting step, the inner wall of the vascular tube has considerable wrinkles, and a portion not in contact with the outer surface of the electrode 320 is scattered.

Referring to FIG. 10B, as the balloon 200 is inflated, the energy transfer module 300 is released, and the vascular tube is also expanded. As the energy transfer module 300 is unwound, the contact area between the inner wall of the inner tube (t) and the electrode 320 gradually increases.

Referring to FIG. 10C, when the balloon 200 expands and the energy transfer module 300 is released, the vascular tube is expanded and most of the vascular internal wall t is brought into contact with the electrode 320 module. And then transmits the RF energy while maintaining the expanded state. At this time, since each pair of the energy transfer modules 300 locally transfers energy to heat the tissue, and is arranged in plural along the periphery of the energy transfer module 300 as a whole, the treatment area can be annularly formed in one treatment.

Modifications of the electrode 320 module and the electrode 320 will now be described with reference to FIGS. 11 and 12. FIG.

11 is a modified example of the energy transfer module 300. FIG. As shown, the energy transfer module 300 may be configured as an array of a plurality of rows and columns in the longitudinal direction and the circumferential direction. The plurality of electrodes 320 are configured to independently control whether or not to transmit RF energy for each unit region (dashed line). The arrangement of the plurality of electrodes 320 can perform energy interception for the non-inserted portion 100 when the insertion depth is different according to individual differences in each region, The energy transfer to the electrode 320 that is not in contact with the electrode 320 can be blocked.

Fig. 12 shows another modification of the electrode 320. Fig. As shown, the electrode 320 may be printed on the outer surface of the balloon 200. The electrode 320 may be formed by printing the electrode 320 on the outer surface of the balloon 200 while the balloon 200 is inflated and each pair of electrodes 320 may be individually controlled. And may be printed in a contracted state so that the electrode 320 can be stretched in accordance with the expansion of the balloon 200. The electrode 320 may be formed by directly printing a conductive material on the outer surface of the balloon 200 or by printing on a buffer provided on the outer surface of the balloon 200. Although the electrode 320 is formed in the balloon 200 in the longitudinal direction and is printed, this is merely an example, and may be printed in the circumferential direction or formed as a spot type at a plurality of points.

Meanwhile, although not shown, the energy transfer module 300 may be composed of a plurality of individual modules and attached to the outer surface of the balloon 200 at a predetermined angle. In such a configuration, the shape can be smoothly changed corresponding to the curvature C of the inner surface of the tube, and the distribution density of the electrodes 320 per unit area can be changed according to the expansion.

Hereinafter, a second embodiment according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIG. The second embodiment may be configured to include the same components as those of the first embodiment, and a description thereof will be omitted in order to avoid redundant description, and only differences will be described.

13A and 13B are use state diagrams of the second embodiment. As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, the thickness of the insertion portion 100 is made thicker than that of the first embodiment in a contracted state. In this case, the thickness of the shaft 110 is configured to be large, and the tube can be greatly expanded when inserted into the inside of the tube. The maximum expansion of the insertion portion 100 may be the same as that of the first embodiment (Fig. 13B)

13A). Since the balloon 200 is inflated later, the minimum swelling amount of the inner wall of the vascular tube t is ensured (see FIG. 13A) And the minimum expansion shape is also expanded corresponding to the shape of the insertion portion 100, and this can be ensured.

Hereinafter, a control method of the vascular treatment apparatus according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 14 and FIG.

14 is a flowchart of a control method of the vascular treatment apparatus according to the embodiment of the present invention.

As shown in the figure, the control method of the vascular treatment apparatus according to the present invention may include an expansion step (S100), a step of applying energy (S200), and a contraction step (S300).

The expansion step (SlOO) corresponds to the step of expanding the therapeutic device inserted into the vaginal canal into a predetermined range. Expansion of the treatment device inserted in the vascular tube increases the area of contact between the inner wall (t) of the wrinkled vascular tube and the treatment device. At this time, the expansion of the treatment device can expand the expansion part provided in the treatment device. When the user performs the start input, the treatment device gradually inflates the inflation part and inflates it to a predetermined range. At this time, the expansion amount can be expanded to a predetermined range and can be configured to be adjustable according to a user's input.

The step of applying energy (S200) is a step of supplying energy to the energy transfer element provided in the expansion part. At this time, the energy transmitted by sensing the contact area and insertion depth between the bulging portion and the inner wall of the inner tube (t) can be controlled. Feedback control can be performed by measuring the temperature of the tissue to which the energy is transferred during the transfer of energy. The energy transferred tissues can be heated to cause degeneration of the tissues and treatment can be performed. Where the energy can be various types of energy, such as, for example, RF energy, laser, light, ultrasound, and the like.

The contracting step (S300) corresponds to a step of contracting the expanding portion as a preliminary step before the expanding portion is taken out of the vascular tube after the energy is applied to the tissue. Shrinkage of the bulge can be minimized to facilitate ease of removal from the vaginal canal.

15 is a flowchart of a control method of a vascular treatment apparatus according to another embodiment of the present invention.

In this embodiment, the expansion step S100 may be configured to include a fluid injection step S110 and a pressure maintaining step S200. The step of applying energy (S200) may include a contact portion determination step (S210), an electrode selection step (S220), and a step of applying RF energy (S230). And the contracting step S300 may include a fluid recovering step S310 and a pressure maintaining step S320.

The fluid injection step (S110) corresponds to the step of injecting fluid into the balloon inserted into the vaginal canal so as to inflate the balloon provided in the inflated portion. The flow rate control and the hydraulic pressure control can be selectively performed according to the expansion amount when the fluid is injected. The fluid injection can be performed by adjusting the flow rate supplied from the fluid supply portion.

The pressure holding step (S120) corresponds to a step of maintaining the amount of expansion so that the inner wall (t) of the contacted tissue tube can be fixed constantly when the balloon is inflated to an appropriate range. At this time, it is configured to maintain the pressure, and the fluid line connected to the balloon can be sealed to maintain the pressure. It can also be configured to provide a uniform pressure through servo control.

The contacting portion determination step (S210) corresponds to the step of determining the quality of the electrodes provided in the bulging portion and the electrodes in contact with the inner wall. Due to individual differences in the structure and size of the inside of the vaginal canal, when the swelling part is inflated, the contact area may be changed. The contact part and the non-contact part which are individually different depending on individual differences are judged.

The electrode selection step S220 corresponds to the step of excluding the non-contact electrode from the electrode to be energized so as to prevent energy application to the electrode when energy is applied.

The step of applying RF energy (S230) corresponds to the step of applying energy to the tissue by applying RF energy through the selected contact electrode. As the RF energy is transmitted, the inside of the vagina can be treated. The step of applying the RF energy (S230) may be controlled by reflecting the electrical characteristics of the tissues that are generated individually according to the preset program.

The fluid recovery step S310 corresponds to a step of recovering the fluid so as to shrink the balloon after the application of the RF energy is terminated. Here, a negative pressure is generated in the fluid supply unit 23 so that the fluid can be recovered, and the fluid present inside the balloon can be discharged to the outside. In this case, the pressure of the vaginal tube itself can cause the balloon to contract.

The pressure holding step S320 corresponds to a step of generating and holding a negative pressure on the balloon so as to prevent the balloon which has been contracted due to the elasticity of the balloon itself from being inflated to some extent. The user can maintain the negative pressure and remove the bulge from the vaginal canal when the balloon is contracted.

However, in the fluid recovery step (S310) and the pressure maintenance step (S320), negative pressure is exemplified, but the pressure can be contracted by providing a wide range of pressure inside the vascular tube.

16 is a flowchart of a vascular treatment method according to an embodiment of the present invention. As shown in the figure, the vascular treatment method may include a step of expanding a vascular tube by inserting a treatment device (S1000), a tissue treatment step (S2000), and a step of removing the treatment device (S3000).

Step S1000 of inserting the treatment device into the vascular tube corresponds to a step of expanding the vascular tube into a predetermined range by inserting the treatment device formed at a predetermined thickness from the inlet at the vulvar side of the vascular tube. It is possible to insure the expansion of the vascular tube by inserting a certain thickness at the time of insertion.

The tissue treatment step (S2000) corresponds to the step of treating the tissue by transmitting energy to the inner wall (t) of the vaginal canal while the vaginal tube is expanded. Tissue therapy transfers energy to heat the tissue and cause denaturation, and the tissue can be remodeled through a certain period of recovery.

The step of removing the treatment device (S3000) corresponds to the step of removing the treatment device from the vascular tube. Shrink the treatment device to remove it smoothly and prevent damage to the inner wall of the vascular tube. However, although not shown, the treatment device may be wrapped around the sheath 400 and removed together.

17 is a flowchart of a vascular treatment method according to another embodiment of the present invention.

In the present embodiment, the same configuration as the above-described treatment method can be applied, and a description will be omitted and only a difference configuration will be described. In this embodiment, the treatment device is inserted into the inside of the vaginal canal, and then the vaginal canal is expanded to perform the treatment.

The step of inserting the therapeutic device into the vascular tube (S1100) corresponds to inserting the therapeutic device through the vaginal opening at the vulva side of the female genitalia. At this time, the treatment apparatus can be inserted in a contracted state with a minimized diameter. The position of the energy transfer module 300 can be adjusted for treatment of the inner wall of the vascular tube at the time of insertion of the treatment device. In addition, although not shown, after the positioning using the sheath 400 surrounding the treatment device, only the sheath 400 may be removed to complete the insertion.

The step of expanding the vascular tube (S1200) corresponds to expanding the vascular tube by expanding the expanded portion of the inserted therapeutic device. The expansion of the vaginal canal is mainly expanded in the circumferential direction and the area of contact between the energy transfer module of the treatment device and the inner wall of the vaginal can be widened as the vaginal canal is expanded. At this time, the overall expanded shape can be expanded into a cylindrical shape. At this time, the treatment region can be a side portion of the cylindrical expanded tube.

As described above, the apparatus for treating a vascular disease according to the present invention is capable of treating a large area in a short period of time, allowing one-shot treatment, The treatment efficiency can be improved and the accuracy of the treatment can be improved. In addition, it is possible to minimize the pain and discomfort of the patient because the treatment of the tissue in the vascular can be performed without a surgical procedure.

10: Handpiece 20: Body
21: RF generator 22:
23: fluid supply part t: vaginal wall
C: Flexure 30: Cable
100:
110: shaft 111: outlet
200: Balloon
210: first expanding part 220: second expanding part
300: Energy transfer module
310: Base 320: Electrode
330: Temperature sensor 340: Connection
400: Cis
500: Guide
600:
S100: expansion step,
S200: Step of applying energy
S300: contraction phase
S1000: step of expanding the vascular tube by inserting the treatment device
S2000: Tissue treatment phase
S3000: Steps to remove treatment device

Claims (20)

An expanding portion inserted into the vaginal tube and configured to expand at least a portion of the corrugated inner wall of the vaginal tube; And
And an energy transfer module configured to transfer energy in the expanded state of the vascular tube. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the expanding portion expands with an increase in outer diameter so that an area in which the inner wall of the tube and the outer surface of the expanding portion are in contact with each other increases as the expanding portion expands. 3. The method of claim 2,
Wherein the expanding portion comprises a balloon. 3. The method of claim 2,
Wherein at least a part of the balloon is constituted by a first expanding portion which is expanded in a cylindrical shape. 3. The method of claim 2,
In the balloon,
And is configured as a semi-compliance type so that it can be inflated while maintaining its shape after inflated to a predetermined size. 5. The method of claim 4,
And a stress concentration portion provided in the balloon in the longitudinal direction so as to restrict a change in length of the balloon when the balloon is inflated. 5. The method of claim 4,
Wherein the balloon is divided into a plurality of regions, and each of the balloons is independently supplied with a fluid. 5. The method of claim 4,
Wherein the material of the balloon comprises latex. 5. The method of claim 4,
Wherein the balloon has a length of 3 cm to 15 cm. 5. The method of claim 4,
And the outer diameter of the balloon is expanded in a range of 3 cm to 10 cm. 3. The method of claim 2,
Wherein the balloon is formed of a compliance type so that the outer surface of the balloon can closely contact with the bending of the inner wall of the tube. 3. The method of claim 2,
The energy transfer module includes:
And the wound portion is configured to be wound in the circumferential direction of the expanding portion, and the wound portion corresponding to the outer surface increasing as the expanding portion expands can be gradually loosened. 3. The method of claim 2,
The energy transfer module includes:
Wherein the balloon is formed by printing on the balloon. 5. The method of claim 4,
Wherein the balloon and the energy transfer module are provided in a handpiece,
Further comprising a main body including a control section, an RF generation section, and a fluid supply section. Inflating the tube into a cylindrical shape by introducing a fluid into an expanding part inserted into the inside of the tube;
Transmitting energy to tissue using an energy transfer module provided around the bulge; And
And a contraction step of allowing the fluid to flow out from the expanding part. 16. The method of claim 15,
Wherein the inflating unit inflating step inflates the inflating unit by supplying a fluid at a predetermined pressure capable of expanding the quality tube. 17. The method of claim 16,
Wherein the expanding part expanding step is performed using an expanding part configured to expand into a cylindrical shape when inflated. Inserting a treatment device into a vaginal penetration opening to expand the vaginal canal into a cylindrical shape;
Treating the tissue by transferring energy from the inner wall side of the vascular tube to the inside of the vascular tissue; And
And removing the treatment device. 19. The method of claim 18,
Wherein the expanding step comprises:
Inserting the treatment device into a vaginal penetration opening; And
And expanding the vascular tube into a cylindrical shape. 19. The method of claim 18,
The step of removing the treatment device comprises:
Wherein the treatment device is contracted and then taken out of the vascular tube.

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