Every clinician knows the stress of patient transport, navigating tight hallways, coordinating monitors, and ensuring that when ventilation is needed, support never skips a beat. Studies of intrahospital transport report adverse event rates as high as 80%, with equipment failures and respiratory complications among the most frequently cited causes (Fanara et al.). These risks make reliability essential when transporting patients.

The Ventway Sparrow MRI takes one major worry off the list. Purpose-built for hospital use and fully compatible with 3T MRI environments, it lets care teams move confidently knowing their patients are supported every step of the way.

Powerful Performance on the move

Unlike traditional transport ventilators, the Ventway Sparrow MRI doesn’t ask clinicians to sacrifice performance for portability. Weighing just around 1.3 kg, this compact ventilator delivers robust, hospital-grade ventilation for both adult and pediatric patients, whether invasive, noninvasive, or high-flow oxygen therapy is needed. It’s designed to move effortlessly with the patient, maintaining consistent ventilation support during transitions that typically require equipment swaps.

What truly sets the Sparrow MRI apart is its compatibility with MRI environments up to 3 Tesla, allowing clinicians to keep patients ventilated safely even inside imaging suites. That means no interruptions, no disconnections, and no compromises to patient care. From the ICU to the radiology department, the Sparrow MRI provides continuity where it matters most.

Beyond the Sparrow’s impressive capabilities, the device’s intuitive interface and low-maintenance design make it a reliable companion for busy clinical teams. With simple filter replacements and durable construction, it’s engineered for efficiency and longevity.

Highlights of the Ventway Sparrow MRI:

• Full MRI compatibility (up to 3 Tesla) for uninterrupted support during scans
• Lightweight and impact-resistant design for effortless transport in demanding hospital settings
• Intuitive controls for fast, confident clinician response
• Advanced ventilation modes :SIMV-VC-PS, SIMV-PC, CPAP, AC, BiLevel to match patient needs (FDA approval pending for HFNC and CPR modes)
• Broad patient support for individuals >5 kg with tidal volumes from 50–2000 mL

The Ventway Sparrow MRI is more than just a ventilator; it’s a bridge between departments, ensuring patients receive consistent, safe respiratory care wherever they need to go. Compact, capable, and MRI safe, it brings true continuity of care to hospital transport.

For a demo, evaluation or more information about the Inovytec Ventway Sparrow MRI ventilator, contact your local MED Alliance Group sales representative, call 888-891-1200 or email us.

Reference:

¹Fanara, B., M. Manzon, C. Barbot, S. Desmettre, and A. Capellier. “Recommendations for the Intra-Hospital Transport of Critically Ill Patients.” Critical Care, vol. 14, no. 3, 2010, p. R87. BioMed Central, https://doi.org/10.1186/cc9018

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