Philips announced the launch of the Snuggle™ pediatric MRI coil, a lightweight, blanket‑like high‑density array designed for its 3.0T MRI systems. The coil has received FDA 510(k) clearance and is now available in the United States, with plans for a broader regional rollout. It is compatible with Philips’ 3.0T platforms, including the Ingenia, Achieva, and Intera series, allowing hospitals to integrate the new coil into existing MRI suites without additional hardware changes.
The Snuggle coil’s flexible, blanket‑like design improves patient comfort and reduces the need for sedation, while its high‑density array delivers higher‑resolution images and shorter scan times. These features are expected to lower repeat exam rates and increase clinical throughput, giving radiology departments a tangible workflow advantage. By addressing both image quality and patient experience, the coil positions Philips to meet the growing demand for child‑friendly diagnostic solutions.
The launch expands Philips’ pediatric imaging portfolio and reinforces its strategy of combining patient‑centric design with advanced imaging technology. The collaboration with InkSpace Imaging brings specialized pediatric expertise to Philips’ product line, creating a differentiated offering in a market where comfort and performance are critical. This move strengthens Philips’ competitive position against other manufacturers that are also developing child‑friendly coils, and it signals the company’s commitment to innovation in a high‑growth segment.
Ioannis Panagiotelis, PhD, Business Leader, MR at Philips, said, "This collaboration combines Philips MRI leadership with InkSpace Imaging's focus on pediatric design. The Snuggle coil shows how thoughtful design can make MRI scans less stressful for children while giving clinicians the image quality and workflow efficiency they rely on." Dr. Peter Fischer, CEO of InkSpace Imaging, added, "Snuggle was designed and built by InkSpace Imaging to solve a very specific pediatric challenge: comfort and performance without tradeoffs. By enabling compatibility with Philips 3.0T MRI systems, we can bring that child‑centered design to more hospitals and help care teams get the scan right the first time."
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