Philips’ MR Acceleration Software Gets 510(k) Clearance

Royal Philips has received 510(k) marketing clearance from the FDA for Philips SmartSpeed, its artificial intelligence-based magnetic resonance (MR) acceleration software.

The SmartSpeed software enables better MR scans through improved resolution — by up to 65 percent — and up to three times faster scanning times. It delivers high-quality scans for “virtually all patients with various conditions including those with implants,” the company said.

The software can help improve diagnostic outcomes, enhance patient and staff experiences and reduce healthcare costs, Philips said.