Manufactured by Esaote S.p.A.;
a low field open MRI scanner with permanent magnet for orthopedic use. The outstanding feature of this MRI system is a patient friendly design with 24 cm diameter, which allows the imaging of extremities and small body parts like shoulder MRI. The power consumption is around 1.3 kW and the needed minimum floor space is an area of 16 sq m.
At RSNA 2006 Hologic Inc. introduced a new dedicated extremity MRI scanner, the Opera. Manufactured by Esaote is the Opera a redesign of Esaote's 0.2 Tesla E-Scan XQ platform, which now enables complete imaging of all extremities, including hip and shoulder applications. 'Real-time positioning' reportedly speeds patient setup and reduces exam times.
Esaote North America and Hologic Inc are the U.S. distributors of this MRI device.

The Esaote Group, founded in the 1980's, is a global leader in research, production, and marketing of medical diagnostic equipment and related services. Esaote offers integrated diagnostic solutions for ultrasound electromedical diagnostic systems, and MRI. The Esaote MR equipment is dedicated for specific clinical applications, as distinguished from conventional whole body MRI systems. This MRI product family is based on a unique, proprietary technology developed specifically for musculoskeletal imaging.
The Italian based company is a member of the Bracco Group.
Esaote North America is the exclusive U.S. distributor of MRI devices manufactured by Esaote.

MRI Scanners:

0.2T to 0.31T:
Vet-MR (Based on the E Scan XQ, dedicated to the veterinarian practice.)

Hologic's main businesses are osteoporosis assessment, mammography and breast biopsy. In September 2005 Hologic Inc. entered an exclusive distribution and service agreement for extremity MRI imaging systems manufactured by Esaote SpA (initial term of three years, with automatic 1-year renewal options). Under this agreement Hologic, Inc. distributes the C-Scan™, the Opera E-SCAN™ XQ and the S-Scan in the USA.