Philips has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Smart Fit TorsoCardiac coil for 1.5T MR systems, adding to the company’s portfolio of cardiac imaging tools aimed at improving workflow efficiency and patient comfort.

The Amsterdam-based company said the coil is designed to conform more closely to patient anatomy while supporting high-quality imaging across a range of body types. The coil is also CE marked.

The lightweight, flexible design is intended to simplify positioning and handling during exams, an area of focus for radiology departments managing higher imaging volumes and staffing pressures. Philips said the coil’s design may help reduce setup complexity while maintaining consistent signal capture for cardiac and torso imaging.
The clearance follows Philips’ recent FDA authorization for its AI-enabled SmartHeart cardiac MR suite, which is intended to standardize and streamline cardiac imaging workflows. The company has also expanded its MR portfolio with SmartSpeed Precise, a dual-AI acceleration technology designed to shorten scan times while preserving image quality.

Philips positioned the new coil as part of a broader effort to improve consistency and usability in MR imaging as providers face growing demand for cardiovascular imaging services.

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death globally, according to the World Health Organization, increasing interest in technologies that can expand access to advanced cardiac imaging while reducing operational complexity.

The Smart Fit TorsoCardiac coil also builds on Philips’ recent work in application-specific coil development. Earlier this year, the company introduced the Snuggle pediatric coil, developed with InkSpace Imaging, for pediatric MR exams.

Philips said its Smart Fit line is focused on flexible coil designs intended to improve patient comfort and support more efficient imaging workflows.

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