Hologic, Inc., and Esaote 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.

Hologic has an extensive sales network in the US calling on the outpatient imaging market, particularly in orthopaedics and rheumatology through the sale of their X-ray bone density and Fluoroscan C-arm imaging systems.

Rob Cascella, President and COO of Hologic said, "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."