03/20/2026
When monitoring patients with pacemakers in the MRI suite, the possibility of induced heating is a known risk with conductive or active implants. Due to this known risk, following implant labeling, positioning accessories as outlined in the 3880 MRI Patient Monitoring System’s Operation Manual (REF1200 Rev. 2B, March 2026) and using SpO₂ as the heart rate source are critical steps to support patient safety.
Understanding the importance of SpO₂ on every patient requiring monitoring in the MRI, Iradimed uniquely chose Masimo SET™️ technology, a gold standard in performance, as our pulse oximetry partner. This technology allows clinicians to confidently monitor heart rate using an accurate and reliable signal throughout the MRI exam with a non-conductive fiber optic sensor.
Additionally, when ECG is used on pacemaker patients, the Iradimed 3880 MRI Patient Monitor delivers unmatched flexibility with an industry exclusive 5-lead ECG, maintaining the same standard of care common in the cardiology department. As with any ECG lead wires used in MRI, never place a conductive patient monitoring accessory directly over conductive and/or active implants due to the possibility of forming RF loops which may lead to RF heating.
In complex MRI environments (especially with pacemaker patients) confidence in your patient monitoring equipment truly matters. Iradimed ensures you don’t have to choose between safety, flexibility, and performance.
