Konica Minolta Healthcare, HydroCision Announce Distribution Agreement for TenJet System Used in Minimally Invasive Tendinopathy Treatments

Wayne, NJ, April 11, 2018 – Konica Minolta Healthcare Americas, Inc., a leader in MSK ultrasound, announced today a distribution agreement with HydroCision, Inc., a pioneer in the development and commercialization of fluidjet technologies for minimally invasive soft tissue removal. Under the terms of the agreement, Konica Minolta Healthcare is an authorized distributor of the company’s TenJet Percutaneous Tenotomy System for minimally invasive tenotomy procedures. TenJet is an all-in-one tool for needling, debridement and lavage of diseased tendon tissue under ultrasound guidance.

The agreement with HydroCision further demonstrates Konica Minolta Healthcare’s commitment to advancing MSK ultrasound and related procedures. It also fulfills a growing demand by physicians who want to perform ultrasound- guided procedures. The TenJet system is a perfect solution for many patients who suffer from chronic tendon pain. Combining HydroCision's TenJet technology with Konica Minolta’s SONIMAGE® HS1 and J5 ultrasound systems will provide physicians with a total solution for patient treatments.

HydroCision has developed a patented proprietary method of delivering a miniaturized, high velocity stream of sterile saline to a surgical site while simultaneously enabling a Venturi suction effect to cut and remove tissue of various densities in a minimally invasive manner. Unlike laser or radiofrequency technologies, TenJet delivers a non-thermal stream of saline, which eliminates the risk of damage to surrounding healthy tissue. It can be used in all joints, including the shoulder.

“We are excited about our US distribution partnership with Konica Minolta Healthcare,” says Paul Kowalski, President and CEO, HydroCision, Inc. “Ultrasound is ideal for the diagnosis, procedural guidance and postoperative care of patients who suffer from chronic tendinopathy who have not responded to conservative treatment. Konica Minolta Healthcare’s strategic interest in ultrasound-guided minimally invasive procedures, combined with its direct sales presence and physician training capabilities, bodes well for a successful partnership. We look forward to working collaboratively to establish the TenJet procedure as a standard of care in the field of tendinopathy treatment."