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Discovery ™
TM
OnePass Technology
One Pass technology’s single sweep scanning enables
superior image quality and unparalleled precision in
just 10 seconds. Developed from a proven technology
platform, Discovery’s high performance is made
possible through several proprietary technologies.
True Fan-beam Geometry
Discovery’s exclusive design, similar to that found on
state-of-the-art CT scanners, utilizes a high-resolution
detector array paired with true fan-beam acquisition
geometry. The true fan-beam design enables rapid,
high-resolution single-energy imaging as well as
superior dual energy bone density measurements.
Internal Reference System
Hologic’s patented Internal Reference System provides
automatic pixel-by-pixel calibration assuring precise
BMD results, test after test, year after year.
Hologic Anthropomorphic QC
Phantom
Hologic’s Anthropomorphic Spine QC Phantom confirms
system stability with a life-like standard.
See specifications data sheet for availability of features on specific Discovery models.
Like all Hologic fan-beam
systems, Discovery delivers fast,
high-resolution images with
unsurpassed precision and low
patient dose. Plus, an expanded
package of value added software
and options, and complete data
compatibility with previous
Expand your capabilities… generation QDR instruments.
Utilizing OnePass technology, Discovery raises both the clinical and technological
standards of bone densitometry with features that include:
Spine and hip BMD results in just Computer-aided fracture assessment tool quantifies
10 seconds with better than 1% precision. degree of vertebral compression and simplifies
IVA interpretation.
Express Exam
TM
(IVA)
If you knew Clinical Relevance of IVA in Risk Assessment
they had fractures... Vertebral fractures, 75% of which are not clinically apparent, are far more
common than one might imagine. Up to one quarter of Caucasian women
“IVA would benefit the subset of women over age 50 have at least one fracture. The presence of one or more
who have osteopenia, but whose fracture vertebral fractures dramatically increases the risk of future fracture.
history is unknown. If you knew they had Published studies using IVA demonstrate that up to 30% of patients needing
fractures, you would certainly be more treatment are missed using BMD results alone. These patients, many of
aggressive in your treatment.” whom have moderately decreased BMD but have already suffered a fracture,
are at particularly high risk.
Susan L Greenspan, M.D.
Director, Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment
Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Geriatrics
Associate Director, General Clinical Research Center, Impact on Therapeutic Decisions and
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Patient Compliance
Professor of Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
School of Medicine In addition to improved risk stratification, IVA clearly enhances the clinician’s
ability to accurately target therapy to those who need it most, and determine
the most effective therapy for individual patients. IVA also provides a means
for improved patient counseling and compliance by demonstrating the
presence or progression of meaningful consequences of osteoporosis.
TM
Image Pro The New Standard of Vertebral
Image Quality for Osteoporosis Assessment
The Image Pro image-processing software improves visualization of vertebral
fractures without increased dose, allowing clinicians to more accurately
assess fracture risk. Image Pro applies advanced, frequency dependent
filtration to IVA images, enhancing visualization of vertebral end-plates.
See specifications data sheet for availability of features on specific Discovery models.
IVA has given us
an important tool...
“Traditionally, BMD was used as the sole
indicator of a patient's bone health and
fracture risk, but now technology has
advanced to incorporate vertebral fracture
evaluation and BMD assessment on the
same instrument. Using Instant Vertebral
Assessment, we were able to obtain a low
dose (just 1% of a conventional spine
radiograph), 10-second scan of the spine
during a routine bone density exam.
Overall, incorporating IVA into our
osteoporosis evaluation has given us an
additional, important tool to identify those
at risk of future fracture. We also are able
to recommend intervention for those who
will benefit most from the therapy—a step
that's likely to reduce fracture rate and,
consequently, help patients maintain
independence and quality of life.”
John Schousboe, M.D.
Director, Osteoporosis Center, Nicollet Clinic,
St. Louis Park, MN
Scan Comparison
Scan comparison automatically replicates regions of analysis,
AP Spine and Proximal Femur minimizing operator involvement and performance time.
Discovery Express BMD provides unmatched precision for The above example shows a current hip exam displayed
lumbar spine and proximal femur studies in just 10 seconds. simultaneously with a previous baseline study for comparison.
In default mode, spine and proximal femur precision is better This feature can be used in all Discovery scan modes.
than 1.0% (CV at BMD=1.0g/cm2).
See specifications data sheet for availability of features on specific Discovery models.
Subregion Whole Body* Automatic Pediatric Whole Body*
Place up to seven user-defined, Rapid scanning and enhancements to data
custom regions for BMD and body analysis protocols make Discovery particularly
composition analysis.** Allows well suited for pediatric studies. The analysis
comparison to previous exams algorithms automatically detect and measure
for patient monitoring. very low-density bone, making Discovery the
* Requires Discovery W or A models. instrument of choice for pediatric densitometry.
** Body composition analysis optional. *Requires Discovery W or A models.
Research Applications
Prosthetic Hip*
Bone resorption around a hip prosthesis
can eventually contribute to loosening of
the implant device. Monitoring changes
in the bone surrounding the prosthesis
provides clinicians with pertinent
information regarding bone status and
the viability of the implant.
Connectivity Solutions
Your gateway to true, paperless densitometry
Hologic leads the industry in providing
connectivity solutions for bone densitometry DICOM Worklist
systems, streamlining the workflow between
and within facilities and workstations. Now
physicians and other healthcare providers
can transmit, receive, and review patient
results virtually from anywhere in the world.
With Hologic software, physicians can
interpret bone density data or IVA images
from a remote workstation. From entering
patient data to physician interpretation,
Hologic provides a comprehensive suite of
tools to meet your connectivity needs.
DICOM
See specifications data sheet for availability of features on specific Discovery models.
Physician’s Report Writer (Optional)
Produces a comprehensive electronic report in Microsoft® Word
format for electronic distribution and printing.
HL7 Report
OnePage Dx Report
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Modality Worklist
The Hologic QDR® for Windows® operating system connects to HIS/RIS and HL7,
simplifying the exchange of text data between QDR workstations and hospital
information systems. The Modality Worklist facilitates workflow and reduces input
errors. It allows QDR operators to draw text data—admissions information, the daily
order of exams, etc.—from HIS/RIS and view it on the QDR workstation monitor.
Discovery offers the most Reduces scan times by 66%. Captures regional
spine and hip density measurements in only
comprehensive package 10 seconds with better than 1% precision.
of advanced clinical tools,
NEW! Express Exam
TM
See specifications data sheet for availability of features on specific Discovery models.
Additional Discovery Features • One Time™ Auto Analysis delivers expertly analyzed hip and
• Image Repositioning makes obtaining the perfect scan easy. AP spine scans in seconds. Automatically identifies the region
Operators can adjust the image onscreen without having to of interest, virtually eliminating operator intervention.
reposition patient on the table. • Dual Hip™ automatically moves the table and C-arm into position
• Scoliotic Spine Analysis tailors vertebral BMD assessment to for a “mirror” image and measurement of the opposite hip and
the unique curvature of patient with scoliosis. identifies lowest BMD site for improved clinical assessment.
Significant differences in right and left hip BMD can result in
• Automatic Low Density Spine and Hip improves bone a misleading assessment of fracture risk, especially if only one
detection in low-density AP spine and proximal femur images hip is measured.
by decreasing operator manipulation of the bone map.
• Pediatric Reference Data* for children aged 4-20. The database
• Automatic Locate feature internally records and monitors the provides whole body, hip and AP spine reference data for
location of patient data saved to a storage media, eliminating North American, Caucasian boys and girls.
the need to log patient data. *Optional software. For investigational use in the U.S.
in Fan-Beam Technology
Introduced in 1989, Hologic pioneered fan-beam technology for bone densitometry. It has since become
the acquisition method of choice, due to dramatic improvements in image quality and scanning speed.
OnePass technology's single sweep scanning enables superior image quality and unparalleled precision
in just 10 seconds. By doubling the number of detectors found on earlier model QDR fan-beam systems,
OnePass technology enables finer collimation of the x-ray beam and doubles image resolution.
Developed from a proven technology platform, Discovery’s high performance is made possible through
several proprietary technologies.
True Fan-beam Geometry
Discovery’s exclusive design, similar to that found on state of the art CT scanners, utilizes a high-
resolution detector array paired with true fan-beam acquisition geometry. The true fan-beam
design enables rapid, high resolution single-energy imaging, as well as superior dual-energy bone
density measurements.
Automatic Internal Reference System
Hologic’s patented Automatic Internal Reference System provides automatic pixel-by-pixel calibration
ensuring precise BMD results, test afer test, year after year, without daily calibration or operator
intervention. By constantly comparing the patient’s bone to a known value contained in the internal
reference cylinder, Hologic systems automatically calibrate each data pixel on every scan. The exceptional
stability and precision of Hologic QDR systems have made them the choice for nearly every major
government and pharmaceutical study.
Anthropomorphic Quality Control Spine Phantom
Hologic’s Anthropomorphic QC Spine Phantom confirms system stability with a life-like standard that
simulates in vivo conditions and has exceptional sensitivity for detecting data drift. Discovery’s Auto
QC automatically scans the spine phantom to confirm system stability and performance.
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