Osteoporosis and Bone Health
Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disease characterized by low bone mineral density and deterioration of the bone tissue microarchitecture, leading to increased bone fragility, primarily associated with aging. This condition results in a higher risk of fractures (particularly in the vertebrae, femur, wrist, humerus, and ankle) even from minor traumas.
The skeleton develops rapidly during childhood, puberty, and adolescence, reaching its maximum size and bone mineral density around the age of 25. It is therefore evident that suboptimal bone growth in early life is as important as bone mass loss in adulthood. Primary prevention of osteoporosis should focus on childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood, when bone tissue is being formed, and peak bone mass is achieved.
People with Osteoporosis
Fragility Fractures
Undiagnosed Fractures
Bone Mineral Density
Evaluation of Bone Mineral Density
at the lumbar vertebrae (L1-L4)
and the femoral neck providing all
common parameters of the diagnosis
of osteoporosis: BMD (g/cm2), T-scores,
Z-Score.
Fragility Score
Independent assessment of internal
bone structure to evaluate the risk of
fracture in 5 years through dedicated
statistical and spectral analysis.
(Not yet available in USA).
Body Composition
Analysis of the distribution of body
components providing BMI, Body Fat
and Basal Metabolism Rate
measurement during the scan.
(Not yet available in USA)
Clinical Applications
Bone health plays a crucial role in maintaining autonomy and preventing skeletal conditions such as osteoporosis, a silent disease that increases bone fragility and fracture risk, particularly in the vertebrae and femur. This condition is influenced by various risk factors, including genetic predisposition, lifestyle choices, and specific health conditions. Therefore, it is essential to monitor bone health from an early age and continuously assess its condition over time.
Menopause
The first ultrasound system that allows access to osteoporosis prevention, early diagnosis, and monitoring through primary healthcare. EchoS can assess bone health no longer in hospitals using X-rays, but with a simple ultrasound performed directly in a pharmacy, a medical office, or even at home.
Diabetes
The ultrasound scan takes just 80 seconds for the spine and 40 seconds for the femur, allowing for accurate prevention, diagnosis, and monitoring of bone health without the limitations of patient positioning or manual image segmentation.
Pregnancy
The examination produces an immediate medical report that includes not only all the common parameters used in the diagnosis of osteoporosis—BMD (g/cm²), T-Score, Z-Score—but also an independent assessment of the internal bone structure, which provides a fragility index and a body composition index.
Nephrology
EchoS also offers a portable version that allows the exam to be performed anywhere by connecting the main unit to a laptop via a simple USB cable. Its portability is ensured by the lightweight design and materials of EchoS, making the device ultra-light and easy to transport.
Oncology
With EchoS, you just need an appropriately trained professional in a clinical setting and there is no need for a shielded room or high maintenance costs. Its versatility for use in any location and condition will bring significant benefits to your clinic and young patients.
Nutrition
With EchoS, you just need an appropriately trained professional in a clinical setting and there is no need for a shielded room or high maintenance costs. Its versatility for use in any location and condition will bring significant benefits to your clinic and young patients.
Youth
With EchoS, you just need an appropriately trained professional in a clinical setting and there is no need for a shielded room or high maintenance costs. Its versatility for use in any location and condition will bring significant benefits to your clinic and young patients.