Embrace Neonatal MRI System is the first FDA-approved[1] MRI device that can be used for head and brain scans of newborns in the NICU.[2] The Embrace system is designed for newborns between 2.2 and 10 pounds and with a head circumference of up to 15 inches.[3] Produced by Aspect Imaging, the Embrace contains a temperature-controlled incubator and does not require that newborns be transported out of the NICU. In case of emergencies, babies can be removed from the system in less than 30 seconds.[4] The device has been installed in the NICU at Shaare Zedek Hospital in Israel[5] as well as at the NICU at Brigham and Women's in the United States.[6]

References

  1. ↑ Chan, Luan (2017-07-22). "FDA Grants Approval For First-Ever Neonatal MRI Device". Tech Times. Retrieved 2018-11-18.
  2. ↑ Voelker, Rebecca (2017-09-05). "MRI for Neonates". JAMA. 318 (9): 790. doi:10.1001/jama.2017.10934. ISSN 0098-7484. PMID 28873146.
  3. ↑ "New MRI Offers In-Unit Imaging for Neonatal Intensive Care". Bioengineering Today. 2017-11-14. Retrieved 2018-11-18.
  4. ↑ "FDA Clears First Neonatal MRI". www.radiologytoday.net. Retrieved 2018-11-18.
  5. ↑ "In world first, Israeli hospital employs MRI designed for infants". The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com. Retrieved 2018-11-18.
  6. ↑ Landro, Laura. "The New, Improved World of Infant Care". WSJ. Retrieved 2018-11-18.


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