Hologic Horizon DXA System

Hologic’s Horizon DXA system is the latest in densitometry technology, with expanded capabilities beyond measuring bone density such as complete fracture risk assessment and more. It is lighter and smaller than previous generations and offers ultra-fast, high-output, low-noise ceramic detectors that provide high-quality bone mapping and images. From vertebral fracture assessments to abdominal aortic calcifications, the system offers a variety of examination and assessment options to support providers in giving the best care to their patients. One of the options, the HD Instant Vertebral Fracture assessment, dramatically improves the detection of vertebral fractures by doubling the resolution of previously available techniques with a low dose, single energy image.1 Additionally, the HD Instant Vertebral Fracture assessment also allows for visualization of calcified plaque in the abdominal aorta, which may be a significant indicator of heart disease and stroke.2-4 This Hologic-exclusive feature provides vital information that may link coronary heart disease, the leading cause of death for women. Through its Dynamic Calibration system, the Horizon DXA system delivers real time pixel-by-pixel calibration through bone and tissue equivalents for great long-term measurement and stability. Its OnePass single sweep scanning is designed to eliminate beam overlap errors and image distortion, offering an efficient and accurate experience to providers. 

References: 

1. F. Cosman, J. et al. Spine fracture prevalence in a nationally representative sample of US women and men aged 40 years: results from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2013 2014. Published online: 07 February 2017 International Osteoporosis Foundation and National Osteoporosis Foundation 2017 
2. Wilson PWF, Kauppila LI, O’Donnell CJ, et al. Abdominal aortic calcific deposits are an important predictor of vascular morbidity and mortality. Circulation. 2001;103(11):1529 34.  
3. Hollander M, Hak AE, Koudstaal PJ, et al. Comparison between measures of atherosclerosis and risk of stroke: the Rotterdam Study. Stroke. 2003;34(10):2367 2372. 
4. van der Meer IM, Bots ML, Hofman A, del Sol AI, van der Kuip DAM, Witteman JCM. Predictive value of noninvasive measures of atherosclerosis for incident myocardial infarction: the Rotterdam Study. Circulation. 2004;109(9):1089-1094.