Hologic to Distribute Esaote MRI Systems

(Bedford, MA, USA) and Esaote (Genoa, Italy) have entered into an exclusive distribution and service agreement in the United States for extremity magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems manufactured by Esaote. The agreement is for an initial term of three years, with automatic one-year renewal options.

Under the terms of the agreement, Hologic will sell and service Esaote's line of extremity MRI systems, optimized for orthopedic and rheumatology imaging. Esaote's systems provide a compact alternative to full body MRI systems that require considerably higher expenditures and extensive build-outs. Extremity MRI systems also are designed to provide a more comfortable, less imposing patient experience as compared to full body
systems.

Esaote's MRI systems provide multiple applications including ultra-high resolution, small-joint assessment for rheumatology as well as open MRI for extremity and shoulder imaging in orthopedics. Hologic has an extensive sales network in the United States geared to the outpatient imaging market, predominantly in orthopedics and rheumatology through the sale of the company's x-ray bone density and Fluoroscan C-arm imaging systems.

"Dedicated MRI is a natural fit for our distribution and service channels, particularly in the in-office imaging segment,” commented Rob Cascella, president and COO of Hologic. "Esaote's long history of excellence and innovation in the area of extremity MRI is consistent with our goal of maintaining a leadership position in the segments we serve.”

"Hologic's reputation for service and product excellence were key factors in our decision to partner with them for the important U.S. market,” said Dr. Luigi Satragno, general manager of Esaote's MRI division. "Their long-term focus on the field of musculo-skeletal imaging, and their high levels of customer satisfaction were also essential in our decision to partner with Hologic.”

Hologic Inc. is a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of medical imaging systems dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women, and a developer of digital imaging technology for general radiography and mammography applications. Esaote is a manufacturer of medical diagnostic equipment, including dedicated MRI systems, and is a major provider of ultrasound and information technology.



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