Hospital patient transport is one of the most frequent and high-risk activities in acute care. Studies show that a large proportion of ICU transports are for diagnostic imaging, with CT and MRI among the most common reasons for transfer.¹ Each transfer requires coordination across multiple teams and can introduce risk, especially for patients on mechanical ventilation. Research indicates that adverse events are common during intra-hospital transport of critically ill patients, with reported rates ranging from 20 to 45%, often linked to airway or ventilation complications.²
Traditional ventilators are not built for mobility, and many are incompatible with MRI environments. That means clinicians are often forced to switch devices mid-transport or interrupt ventilation altogether, both of which compromise patient safety.
The Ventway Sparrow MRI Ventilator eliminates these challenges, offering continuous, high-performance ventilation throughout every stage of in-hospital transport, including the MRI suite.
A Compact Solution Built for Complex Environments
Weighing just 1.3 kg, the Sparrow MRI is ultra-portable yet delivers the advanced performance needed to support a wide range of patients. Its impact-resistant build stands up to the rigors of rapid transfers, while the user-friendly interface enables quick adjustments on the go.
Most importantly, the Sparrow is fully MRI-compatible up to 3 Tesla, meaning ventilation doesn’t have to stop when a patient enters the imaging suite. Continuous care, without compromise.
The Ventway Sparrow MRI offers:
- 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
Patient transport should never put stability at risk. By combining portability, durability, and advanced functionality, the Ventway Sparrow MRI sets a new standard in transport ventilation, helping clinicians deliver safe, effective respiratory support everywhere, from the ICU to the MRI suite.
To learn more about the Ventway Sparrow MRI, fill out the form on this page, contact your local SCC representative, email or call 866-367-7221.
References:
¹Fanara, Bruno, et al. “Recommendations for the Intra-Hospital Transport of Critically Ill Patients.” Critical Care, vol. 14, no. 3, 2010, p. R87. Springer, doi:10.1186/cc9018.
²Knight, Peter H., et al. “Complications during Intrahospital Transport of Critically Ill Patients: Focus on Risk Identification and Prevention.” International Journal of Critical Illness and Injury Science, vol. 5, no. 4, 2015, pp. 256–64. doi:10.4103/2229-5151.170840.