Esaote MRI systems to be distributed in USA by Hologic
25 September 2005
Bedford, Mass. USA. Hologic, Inc. and Esaote of Genoa, Italy, have
entered into an exclusive distribution and service agreement in the United
States for extremity MRI imaging systems manufactured by Esaote. The
agreement is for an initial term of three years, with automatic 1-year
renewal options.
Under the terms of the agreement, Hologic will sell and service Esaote's
line of extremity MRI systems, optimized for orthopaedic and rheumatology
imaging. Esaote's systems provide a compact and high quality alternative to
full-body MRI systems that require substantially higher capital costs 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 pioneered dedicated MRI imaging systems and is the world leader in
this product category with over 1,000 installations. Their MRI solutions
span 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 U.S. calling on the
outpatient imaging market, particularly in orthopedics and rheumatology
through the sale of their 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."
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