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Yahoo
11-08-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rising Cancer Cases and Adoption of Advanced Digital Biopsy Systems Drive Market Growth
The digital biopsy market, segmented by technique, indication, end-user, and geography, is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 16.87% from 2025 to 2032. Increasing cancer rates globally and a shift toward non-invasive diagnostics are key drivers for market growth. North America is expected to lead due to technological advancements and high cancer incidence. Leading players include DermaSensor, SciBase, and FUJIFILM. Dublin, Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Digital Biopsy - Market Insights, Competitive Landscape, and Market Forecast - 2032" has been added to offering. The digital biopsy market is witnessing a significant upsurge, with projections indicating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.87% from 2025 to 2032. This growth trajectory is fueled by the increasing global incidence of cancer and a marked shift towards non-invasive diagnostic procedures. A pivotal factor underpinning market expansion is the adoption of advanced digital biopsy systems that offer precise, real-time examination through innovative imaging technologies. Market Dynamics: According to GLOBOCAN (2023), new cancer cases reported globally numbered approximately 20 million in 2022, with expectations to rise to 32.6 million by 2045. This alarming trend underscores a critical need for efficient diagnostic technologies like digital biopsies. Skin cancer, one of the fastest-growing cancer types worldwide, contributes significantly to this demand. As the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC, 2022) reported, about 330,000 new melanoma cases were diagnosed globally in 2022. Digital biopsy tools, which offer a non-invasive approach to screening and early detection, are proving indispensable, particularly for melanoma and other skin cancers. Breast cancer continues to pose a global health challenge, as cited by the World Health Organization (2024), with 2.3 million diagnoses in 2022. Digital biopsy solutions play a crucial role here by differentiating between benign and malignant lesions, reducing unnecessary surgical interventions, and expediting diagnosis to improve patient outcomes. Additionally, the escalating prevalence of brain tumors points to a growing need for advanced diagnostics. Brain Tumour Research UK (2024) reported over 16,000 annual diagnoses in the UK. Digital biopsies facilitate tumor type and grade identification without invasive tissue removal, thus reducing patient risk and enabling prompt treatment interventions. Recent technological advancements are bolstering market momentum. Notably, in November 2023, the FDA approved BrainSpec's BrainSpec CoreT, a state-of-the-art non-invasive device for brain tumor detection, marking a significant leap in brain cancer diagnostics. Despite these advancements, challenges like technical limitations of existing devices and competition from alternative products persist, potentially restraining market growth. Market Segment Analysis: Radiofrequency imaging is anticipated to capture the largest market share by 2024, driven by its non-invasive nature and technological sophistication. These devices leverage AI and imaging technologies, providing real-time analysis while minimizing physical trauma and the risks associated with traditional biopsy methods. Technological innovation continues to drive growth. In January 2024, DermaSensor Inc. secured FDA clearance for a device aimed at detecting skin cancers, expanding non-invasive diagnostic solutions in primary care settings. Regional Insights: North America is poised to dominate the digital biopsy market, accounting for the largest share due to its robust healthcare infrastructure, favorable reimbursement policies, and high technological adoption. The U.S. alone saw 2,380,189 new cancer cases in 2022, with numbers expected to rise significantly by 2045. Technological advancements and new product approvals are propelling demand in North America, solidifying its leadership in the global market sphere. Key Market Players: Notable companies driving innovations in the digital biopsy market include DermaSensor, Inc., SciBase, VITA IMAGING, VPIX Medical Inc., BrainSpec, and others. These companies are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge, non-invasive diagnostic technologies. Recent Developments: Significant milestones include SciBase Holding AB's announcement in May 2025 that its Nevisense device had facilitated over 300,000 melanoma detection tests worldwide. The digital biopsy market report provides in-depth insights into market size, emerging trends, and future opportunities, offering a comprehensive guide for stakeholders poised to benefit from this expanding market. Key Topics Covered: 1. Digital Biopsy Market Report Introduction 1.1. Scope of the Study 1.2. Market Segmentation 1.3. Market Assumption 2. Digital Biopsy Market Executive Summary 2.1. Market at Glance 3. Competitive Landscape 4. Regulatory Analysis 4.1. The United States 4.2. Europe 4.3. Japan 4.4. China 5. Digital Biopsy Market Key Factors Analysis 5.1. Digital Biopsy Market Drivers 5.2. Digital Biopsy Market Restraints and Challenges 5.3. Digital Biopsy Market Opportunity 6. Digital Biopsy Market Porter's Five Forces Analysis 6.1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers 6.2. Bargaining Power of Consumers 6.3. Threat of New Entrants 6.4. Threat of Substitutes 6.5. Competitive Rivalry 7. Digital Biopsy Market Assessment 7.1. By Technique 7.2. By Indication 7.3. By End-User 7.4. By Geography 8. Digital Biopsy Market Company and Product Profiles 8.1. DermaSensor, Inc. 8.2. SciBase 8.3. VITA IMAGING, Inc. 8.4. MetaOptima Technology Inc. 8.5. VPIX Medical Inc. 8.6. Mauna Kea Technologies 8.7. Skin Analytics 8.8. Trafita Medical System 8.9. BRAINSPEC 8.10. Imaging Biometrics, LLC 8.11. Optovibronex, LLC 8.12. FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation 8.13. Canon Inc. 8.14. VivaScope GmbH 9. KOL Views 10. Project Approach For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Medscape
04-08-2025
- Health
- Medscape
Non-Invasive Test May Transform Infant Meningitis Screening
TOPLINE: A high-resolution ultrasound-based device demonstrated excellent accuracy in detecting elevated white blood cell (WBC) counts in cerebrospinal fluids, showing promise as a non-invasive screening tool for meningitis in neonates and infants with a permeable fontanel and potentially offering an alternative to lumbar puncture. METHODOLOGY: The diagnosis of meningitis requires an invasive lumbar puncture to collect cerebrospinal fluid for detecting elevated WBC counts; however, this procedure carries inherent risks and practical limitations. Researchers conducted a prospective study across hospitals in Spain, Mozambique, and Morocco to validate the safety and accuracy of Neosonics — a non-invasive high-resolution ultrasound-based device that can detect signals from WBCs in the cerebrospinal fluid via the anterior fontanel — in neonates and infants younger than 24 months with suspected meningitis against the gold-standard techniques. High-resolution images of the cerebrospinal fluid were captured and used to train a deep learning model that identified and classified cerebrospinal fluid patterns on the basis of lumbar puncture-confirmed WBC counts, with ≥ 30 cells/mm 3 defined as a case. defined as a case. The accuracy of the trained algorithm was tested on 3782 high-resolution images of 76 patients. TAKEAWAY: The Neosonics device correctly identified 17 of 18 meningitis cases and 55 of 58 controls participants without meningitis, yielding a sensitivity of 94.4% and a specificity of 94.8%. Overall, the device achieved an accuracy of 94.7% in detecting elevated WBC counts in the cerebrospinal fluid. Misclassified participants either had low WBC counts or were microbiologically confirmed cases without elevated WBC counts. IN PRACTICE: "The non-invasive WBC counter, can lead to a more accurate indication for LP [lumbar puncture] and/or indications of treatment, resulting in better patient outcomes and in a reduction of the risk of long-term sequelae, along with a likely more cost-effective use of resources in all settings," the authors wrote. SOURCE: This study was led by Sara Ajanovic and Quique Bassat, ISGlobal, Barcelona, Spain, and Fernando Cabañas, Quirónsalud Madrid University Hospital, Madrid, Spain. It was published online on July 23, 2025, in Pediatric Research. LIMITATIONS: This study faced challenges in obtaining reliable gold-standard comparison results. The device's precision decreased in participants with thicker fontanels, and it misclassified three participants with very narrow cerebrospinal fluid spaces. Moreover, the image acquisition time was suboptimal. DISCLOSURES: This study was supported, in whole or in part, by the Gates Foundation in Mozambique and Morocco; funded by Instituto de Salud Carlos III and co-funded by the European Union in Spain; and funded by the Spanish Agency of Cooperation in Morocco. Five authors were employees of Kriba, the company developing Neosonics. One author and the ISGlobal Biomedical Data Science team disclosed receiving honoraria, training fees, and consulting fees from Kriba. This article was created using several editorial tools, including AI, as part of the process. Human editors reviewed this content before publication.
Daily Mail
27-07-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Revealed: The women who look 10 years younger WITHOUT Botox and credit non-invasive procedures for their incredible transformations
Forget Botox and surgeries, these days many women are opting for non-invasive procedures - and the results are no less incredible. With an increased awareness of the benefits of skincare thanks to social media, people appear to be wanting more 'natural' and less 'over surgery-ed' looks, in a phenomenon that has been dubbed 'Notox'. Incredible before and after pictures taken by skincare experts at CACI International - who describe themselves as pioneers of the 'non-surgical face lift' - show the epic results that they claim can be achieved through these methods. According to the experts, targeted treatments can improve the appearance of jowls and help aid the symptoms of Bell's Palsy. The transformation pictures appear to show tighter and more sculpted jawlines, as well as glowing and brighter skin. For those with Bell's Palsy, the after pictures seem to signify a return of symmetry in the face. Lena Bratschi, the founder of The Carasoin Day Spa in West Hollywood, boasts celebrity clients including Michelle Williams, Elizabeth Debicki, Caitriona Balfe and Sarah Paulson. She said: 'Not only is there a shift towards more non-surgical options but it's something we've seen increasing in popularity steadily over the past few years. More and more women seem to be opting for 'Notox' - or, non-surgical procedures. Pictured: The before and after of a jowl lift at Lindsey Anne Beauty and Cosmetics in Penkridge, without going under the knife 'It's a clear push back against the 'over surgery-ed' look and while people still want to look their best, they don't want to look like they've clearly had work done. 'Because of this, I think people want to explore other options that don't have the downtime or risk of complications, so they're opting for non-invasive procedures.' Lisa Franklin, a leading skin expert at CACI's Clinic Privé in Knightsbridge, told MailOnline that the advantages of opting for non-surgical solutions can include 'delivering visible skin rejuvenation without the need for invasive procedures, downtime or recovery', unlike surgical options 'which can be drastic and carry risks'. She said: 'It's a non-surgical, pain-free approach that works in harmony with your skin's natural processes - stimulating collagen, improving muscle tone, and restoring radiance.' The experts liken the procedures to a 'gym routine' as they tend to build it up over time. JOWL LIFT Jowls are the sagging and loose skin below the jawline that often develops with age, as the skin becomes thinner and looses elasticity - commonly for those in their late 30s and early 40s. While many people have traditionally opted for surgical facelifts, non-surgical 'jowl lifts' have, in some cases, also proven effective. Incredible before and after pictures of CACI's non-surgical jowl lifts seem to have resulted in sharpened and more chiselled jawlines - all without going under the knife. The procedures target muscle laxity around the jawline and can improve the appearance of sagging jowls by lifting and firming the muscles. The treatments may also use LED light therapy and microcurrents to aid in boosting the skin. Richard, 37, from Staffordshire, is a cardiac nurse who said he had 'always been bothered' by his jowls. He said: 'This is something that has always bothered me. Growing up I never liked my jowls and as I have aged, I dislike them even more.' Richard completed a course of CACI treatments at The Chase in Staffordshire in 2023, continuing to have them monthly. He added: 'Although I know there are invasive treatments I could use, I find it difficult to trust others to inject my face as I do this for a living. I much prefer to have non-invasive treatments, and I love the time out for myself. 'I now feel I can't go without it, and I always ensure I pre-book my appointments. I look forward to them and always feel like my face has had a work-out straight after my facial.' To prevent jowls forming, cutting out smoking, limiting exposure to the sun and screen time can also help, according to Healthline. FACIAL TONING One of CACI's statement treatments is facial toning - which takes a variety of forms. At a basic level, it is the lifting and toning facial muscles while reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Methods can include microcurrent gua sha, which combines modern technology with traditional techniques. This promotes lymphatic drainage, enhances circulation, and reduces puffiness. At the same time, the presence of microcurrents works to contour and sculpt the face for a more defined and youthful experience. Non-surgical facial toning uses skin exfoliation techniques to brighten and smooth the skin, toning and lifting the face and firming the neck. In addition, treatments may include LED light therapy, hands-on therapy and energising masks, stimulating collagen and elastin. For men, deep exfoliation and cleansing can be used to tackle razor bumps and ingrown hairs from shaving. Elaine Hendry, 57, from Scotland said she began getting toning facials around 15 years ago, when she was 42. She said: 'I was starting to see fine lines appearing and felt my skin was very dull. 'I didn't want to go down the road of Botox and fillers as I wanted a more natural way forward. Plus, I'm a hairdresser and I saw some clients with Botox that had gone wrong, and they wished they hadn't got it done. 'I started noticing how clear my skin was, and my eyebrows were higher. People were starting to tell me how well I looked.' Now, fifteen years later, Elaine, who is a client of Brownz Beauty in Largs, says: 'My jawline is toned, and my lines are minimal. What I love about it is that I have managed to avoid Botox and fillers and I still look like me.' Krystyna Gibbons, 65, from Lincolnshire says she's 'never' taken for her real age, as people usually assume she's 10 years younger. Krystyna, who visits Enhance Beauty in Grantham, says she's been having non-surgical facials for 16 years and credits it with changing her life. 'From my first facial I was hooked,' she said. 'My appearance was crucial as I worked with high-end blue-chip clients and organisations and attended events gala dinner awards ceremonies. 'I am always being complemented on my glowy skin. I can honestly say I will never give it up. As well as being a great facial it is also my "me time" once a month to relax and shut the rest of the world out - a true luxury experience.' BELL'S PALSY Bell's Palsy is a sudden form of facial paralysis that usually affects one side of the face. According to the NHS website, effective treatments can include steroids and most people get better within six months. If symptoms do not improve, those with the condition can return to their GP. Experts at CACI also recommend non-surgical procedures to help with symptoms. Martin Scott decided to visit the Float Spa in East Sussex after discovering CACI was originally designed to treat Bell's Palsy. He said: 'I found Bell's palsy to be very tough mentally – not being able to talk, eat or drink properly, and having to tape my eye down each night. 'I wanted to start it immediately.' As the whole of the right side of Martin's face was paralysed, he couldn't close his eye or smile on that side. Martin's skin therapist Lorraine recalled: 'It was extremely difficult and distressing for him as he was slurring his speech, and dribbling. 'He also had to tape his eye down as he couldn't close it to sleep. I needed to focus on the whole of his right side particularly his mouth and eye area.' For Martin's treatment, Lorraine explored the use of probes to hold his muscles for a set period of time, using microcurrent power and allowing space in between treatments to allow the muscles to rest. A day or so after his initial treatment, Martin saw an encouraging sign - slight eyebrow movement. He then started to see progress after each treatment, eventually regaining full use of his facial muscles and recovered symmetricity. Lorraine says: 'I was extremely pleased with the result. After only four treatments, he regained full use of all his muscles and his face was symmetrical. After the fourth treatment (over 10 days) he was able to fully close his eye at night.' Martin added: 'The results were nothing short of miraculous for me. I was in and out of Bell's palsy in 24 days. Once treatment was over, I felt fantastic. I basically had my face and my life back.' Another client, Ken, 71, came to the Lindsey Anne Beauty and Cosmetics Clinic in Penkridge with his third episode of Bell's Palsy. Lindsey said: 'He had been down many different avenues to find the right treatment - physio, medicines - but nothing worked.' He began treatments twice a week, starting gently as he had severe sensitivity. Lindsey began began doing jowl lift movements on the one side of his face where his Bell's palsy occurred. She could then start to put more pressure and time behind each movements. She later began jowl movements to lift both sides of his face, before moving onto eye revive treatments to improve facial symmetry. Ken said he was initially 'sceptical' as nothing previously had worked for him, but said it had changed his life, giving him the confidence to go out and start to re-live again. If somebody's face is drooping on one side, they cannot lift up their arms and keep them there, or they have difficulty speaking, it could be the signs of a stroke rather than Bell's Palsy and 999 should be called as soon as possible.
Malay Mail
30-06-2025
- Health
- Malay Mail
Counterfeit and Refurbished Transducers Pose Serious Safety Risks
Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong Launches Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program This August Consumers Urged to Verify Ultherapy® Transducers Authenticity for Safe and Effective Treatments HONG KONG SAR & MACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 June 2025 - Merz Aesthetics, the world's largest dedicated medical aesthetics business for more than 115 years, leads the industry shift with Ultherapy PRIME, the latest innovation in hyper-personalized, non-invasive skin lifting., which have earned the trust and support of medical aesthetics professionals and consumers in Hong Kong and Macau. Recently, the emergence of counterfeit and refurbished transducers in the local markets pose serious potential risks to treatment results and patients' safety. Merz AestheticsHong Kong urges consumers to verify the authenticity of Ultherapyproducts and seek treatments exclusively at authorized clinics. Merz AestheticsHong Kong will launch the UltherapyAuthenticity Verification Reward Program this August — making it easy for consumers to verify the Systems and transducers, reinforcing confidence and safety in every its latest innovation, Ultherapy PRIME(collectively "Systems"), are manufactured in the United States and remain the only US FDA cleared non-invasive micro-focused ultrasound skin lifting treatment with real-time visualization.. UltherapyDeepSEEtransducers are available in 4.5mm, 3.0mm, and 1.5mm depths to target different layers of the skin. The real-time imaging allows practitioners to visualize skin structure and tissue layers during treatment, ensuring that energy is precisely delivered to the intended depth of the skin for safe and effective results. Each UltherapyDeepSEEtransducer is designed to deliver a designated 2,400 dosage lines and cannot be recharged or refurbished once recent emergence of counterfeit or refurbished transducers in the market has raised serious concerns over treatment results and patients' safety. Inaccurate energy delivery into the skin will compromise lifting results and create extremely high risks, potentially leading to burns. The use of counterfeit or refurbished transducers can also impair the Systems, potentially leading to unpredictable outcomes that may cause harm to UltheraDeepSEEtransducers carries a unique serial number and QR code, allowing it to be traced back to the purchasing clinic. Counterfeit or refurbished transducers often fail QR verification, raising questions about their origin and posing significant safety risks. In addition, every authentic transducer has a specified shelf-life which is12 months from the date of manufacture. Expired transducers should not be used, as they may result in unpredictable outcomes which can possibly harm or injure the patients because there is no clinical evidence to support the use of such expired official Ultherapywebsite ( ) regularly updates the list of clinics and medical aesthetic centers that use authenticSystems and transducers. Each authorized provider receives official certificates for in-clinic Aestheticsurges consumers to choose authentic Ultherapytreatments from officially authorized clinics and aesthetic centers to ensure that only certified Systems and transducers are used. Products obtained through unauthorized or parallel import channels may not comply with the manufacturer's prescribed storage and handling standards, potentially compromising safety and help consumers easily identify authentic Systems and transducers, Merz AestheticsHong Kong is launching the UltherapyAuthenticity Verification Reward Program in August 2025. With just three simple steps, consumers can authenticate products and enjoy a special reward:1. Scan the QR code on the System to verify authenticity. Counterfeit machines typically lack valid QR verification.2. Take a photo of the QR code on the transducer and upload it to the official website for instant verification.3. Successfully complete both verifications to receive a HK$100 Häagen-Dazs coupon as your reward (limited quantities, available in Hong Kong only).Merz AestheticsHong Kong will continue to take enforcement action against the sale or use of counterfeit version of the Ultherapyand Ultherapy PRIMEsystems, as well as unauthorized, refurbished, or counterfeit transducers. The company also warns against any unauthorized modifications or repairs of the Systems. Only authorized representatives and service centers, certified by the manufacturer, are properly trained and qualified to inspect, repair, or replace components of the AestheticsHong Kong believes that the patients' well-being and treatments safety are core values shared with its network of professional medical partners. We urge both providers and consumers to report any suspected use of counterfeit systems, counterfeit transducers, or refurbished are encouraged to consult the official Ultherapywebsite ( ) for a list of authorized clinics before treatment. With the launch of the UltherapyAuthenticity Verification Reward Program this August 2025, they can also complete a simple verification process to confirm that both the Systems and transducers are authentic ensuring every session is safe, effective, and provides piece of #MerzAesthetics The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Ultherapy® /Ultherapy PRIME® Ultherapy® , The noninvasive Ultherapy® procedure is U.S. FDA-cleared to lift skin on the neck, on the eyebrow and under the chin as well as to improve lines and wrinkles on the décolletage, with over 3 million treatments performed worldwide. Using micro-focused ultrasound energy with real-time visualization (MFU-V), Ultherapy® can see deep within the layers of the skin and enable treatment plan to be hyper-personalized. A single treatment provides results lasting up to one year with no downtime.1,2,3,4,5,6,7. Ultherapy PRIME® is the latest innovation version of Ultherapy®, recognized as the gold standard for non-surgical lifting and skin tightening. Learn more about Ultherapy® treatments at References: 1. Ulthera® Instructions for SG, Joseph J, Sevi J, Green JB, Peterson JD. Optimizing patient outcomes by customizing treatment with microfocused ultrasound with visualization: gold standard consensus guidelines from an expert panel. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(5):426-432. 2. Park JY, et al. Customized Treatment Using Microfocused Ultrasound with Visualization for Optimized Patient Outcomes: A Review of Skin tightening Energy Technologies and a Pan-Asian Adaptation of the Expert Panel's Gold Standard Consensus. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2021;14(5): E70-E79. 3. Werschler WP, Werschler PS. Long-term efficacy of micro-focused ultrasound with visualization for lifting and tightening lax facial and neck skin using a customized vectoring treatment method. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2016;9(2):27-33. 4. Goldie K, Kerscher M, Fabi SG, Hirano C, Landau M, Lim TS, Woolery-Lloyd H, Mariwalla K, Park JY, Yutskovskaya Y. Skin Quality - A Holistic 360° View: Consensus Results. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2021 Jun 14;14:643-654. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S309374. PMID: 34163203; PMCID: PMC8214518. 5. Sasaki G, Grossman J, Fabi SG, et al. Stimulation of Collagen Synthesis in Human Skin Following Microfocused Ultrasound Therapy. Presented at the ASDS 2018 Annual Meeting. 6. White WM, Makin IR, Barthe PG, Slayton MN, Gliklich RE. Selective creation of thermal injury zones in the superficial musculoaponeurotic system using intense ultrasound therapy: a new target for non-invasive facial rejuvenation. Arch Facial Plast Surg. 2007;9(1):22-29. 7. Data on File. About Merz Aesthetics® Merz Aesthetics® is a medical aesthetics business with a long history of empowering health care professionals, patients and employees to live every day with confidence. We aim to help people around the world look, feel and live like the best versions of themselves — however they define it. Clinically proven, its product portfolio includes injectables, devices and skin care treatments designed to meet each patient's needs with high standards of safety and efficacy. Being family owned for more than 115 years, Merz Aesthetics® is known for building unique connections with customers who feel like family. Merz Aesthetics®' global headquarters is in Raleigh, N.C., USA, with a commercial presence in 90 countries worldwide. It is also a part of Merz Group, which was founded in 1908 and is based in Frankfurt, Germany. Learn more at
Zawya
30-06-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Counterfeit and Refurbished Transducers Pose Serious Safety Risks
Merz Aesthetics® Hong Kong Launches Ultherapy® Authenticity Verification Reward Program This August Consumers Urged to Verify Ultherapy® Transducers Authenticity for Safe and Effective Treatments HONG KONG SAR & MACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 30 June 2025 - Merz Aesthetics ®, the world's largest dedicated medical aesthetics business for more than 115 years, leads the industry shift with Ultherapy PRIME ®, the latest innovation in hyper-personalized, non-invasive skin lifting., which have earned the trust and support of medical aesthetics professionals and consumers in Hong Kong and Macau. Recently, the emergence of counterfeit and refurbished transducers in the local markets pose serious potential risks to treatment results and patients' safety. Merz Aesthetics ® Hong Kong urges consumers to verify the authenticity of Ultherapy ® products and seek treatments exclusively at authorized clinics. Merz Aesthetics ® Hong Kong will launch the Ultherapy ® Authenticity Verification Reward Program this August — making it easy for consumers to verify the Systems and transducers, reinforcing confidence and safety in every treatment. Trusted Technology, Proven Results — Beware of Counterfeit Transducers Ultherapy ® and its latest innovation, Ultherapy PRIME ® (collectively "Systems"), are manufactured in the United States and remain the only US FDA cleared non-invasive micro-focused ultrasound skin lifting treatment with real-time visualization.. Ultherapy ® DeepSEE ® transducers are available in 4.5mm, 3.0mm, and 1.5mm depths to target different layers of the skin. The real-time imaging allows practitioners to visualize skin structure and tissue layers during treatment, ensuring that energy is precisely delivered to the intended depth of the skin for safe and effective results. Each Ultherapy ® DeepSEE ® transducer is designed to deliver a designated 2,400 dosage lines and cannot be recharged or refurbished once depleted. The recent emergence of counterfeit or refurbished transducers in the market has raised serious concerns over treatment results and patients' safety. Inaccurate energy delivery into the skin will compromise lifting results and create extremely high risks, potentially leading to burns. The use of counterfeit or refurbished transducers can also impair the Systems, potentially leading to unpredictable outcomes that may cause harm to patients. Authentic Transducers Are Traceable — Counterfeit Unknown Every Ulthera ® DeepSEE ® transducers carries a unique serial number and QR code, allowing it to be traced back to the purchasing clinic. Counterfeit or refurbished transducers often fail QR verification, raising questions about their origin and posing significant safety risks. In addition, every authentic transducer has a specified shelf-life which is12 months from the date of manufacture. Expired transducers should not be used, as they may result in unpredictable outcomes which can possibly harm or injure the patients because there is no clinical evidence to support the use of such expired transducers. Choose Only Authorized Ultherapy ® Clinics Our official Ultherapy ® website ( regularly updates the list of clinics and medical aesthetic centers that use authentic Systems and transducers. Each authorized provider receives official certificates for in-clinic display. Merz Aesthetics ® urges consumers to choose authentic Ultherapy ® treatments from officially authorized clinics and aesthetic centers to ensure that only certified Systems and transducers are used. Products obtained through unauthorized or parallel import channels may not comply with the manufacturer's prescribed storage and handling standards, potentially compromising safety and efficacy. 3-Step Verification Program Launches This August To help consumers easily identify authentic Systems and transducers, Merz Aesthetics ® Hong Kong is launching the Ultherapy ® Authenticity Verification Reward Program in August 2025. With just three simple steps, consumers can authenticate products and enjoy a special reward: 1. Scan the QR code on the System to verify authenticity. Counterfeit machines typically lack valid QR verification. 2. Take a photo of the QR code on the transducer and upload it to the official website for instant verification. 3. Successfully complete both verifications to receive a HK$100 Häagen-Dazs coupon as your reward (limited quantities, available in Hong Kong only). Report Suspected Counterfeit or Refurbished Devices Merz Aesthetics ® Hong Kong will continue to take enforcement action against the sale or use of counterfeit version of the Ultherapy ® and Ultherapy PRIME ® systems, as well as unauthorized, refurbished, or counterfeit transducers. The company also warns against any unauthorized modifications or repairs of the Systems. Only authorized representatives and service centers, certified by the manufacturer, are properly trained and qualified to inspect, repair, or replace components of the Systems. Merz Aesthetics ® Hong Kong believes that the patients' well-being and treatments safety are core values shared with its network of professional medical partners. We urge both providers and consumers to report any suspected use of counterfeit systems, counterfeit transducers, or refurbished transducers. Consumers are encouraged to consult the official Ultherapy ® website ( for a list of authorized clinics before treatment. With the launch of the Ultherapy ® Authenticity Verification Reward Program this August 2025, they can also complete a simple verification process to confirm that both the Systems and transducers are authentic ensuring every session is safe, effective, and provides piece of mind. Hashtag: #MerzAesthetics The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Ultherapy® /Ultherapy PRIME® Ultherapy ® , The noninvasive Ultherapy ® procedure is U.S. FDA-cleared to lift skin on the neck, on the eyebrow and under the chin as well as to improve lines and wrinkles on the décolletage, with over 3 million treatments performed worldwide. Using micro-focused ultrasound energy with real-time visualization (MFU-V), Ultherapy ® can see deep within the layers of the skin and enable treatment plan to be hyper-personalized. A single treatment provides results lasting up to one year with no downtime. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7. Ultherapy PRIME ® is the latest innovation version of Ultherapy ®, recognized as the gold standard for non-surgical lifting and skin tightening. Learn more about Ultherapy ® treatments at References: 1. Ulthera ® Instructions for SG, Joseph J, Sevi J, Green JB, Peterson JD. Optimizing patient outcomes by customizing treatment with microfocused ultrasound with visualization: gold standard consensus guidelines from an expert panel. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019;18(5):426-432. 2. Park JY, et al. Customized Treatment Using Microfocused Ultrasound with Visualization for Optimized Patient Outcomes: A Review of Skin tightening Energy Technologies and a Pan-Asian Adaptation of the Expert Panel's Gold Standard Consensus. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2021;14(5): E70-E79. 3. Werschler WP, Werschler PS. Long-term efficacy of micro-focused ultrasound with visualization for lifting and tightening lax facial and neck skin using a customized vectoring treatment method. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2016;9(2):27-33. 4. Goldie K, Kerscher M, Fabi SG, Hirano C, Landau M, Lim TS, Woolery-Lloyd H, Mariwalla K, Park JY, Yutskovskaya Y. Skin Quality - A Holistic 360° View: Consensus Results. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2021 Jun 14;14:643-654. doi: 10.2147/CCID.S309374. PMID: 34163203; PMCID: PMC8214518. 5. Sasaki G, Grossman J, Fabi SG, et al. Stimulation of Collagen Synthesis in Human Skin Following Microfocused Ultrasound Therapy. Presented at the ASDS 2018 Annual Meeting. 6. White WM, Makin IR, Barthe PG, Slayton MN, Gliklich RE. Selective creation of thermal injury zones in the superficial musculoaponeurotic system using intense ultrasound therapy: a new target for non-invasive facial rejuvenation. Arch Facial Plast Surg. 2007;9(1):22-29. 7. Data on File. About Merz Aesthetics® Merz Aesthetics ® is a medical aesthetics business with a long history of empowering health care professionals, patients and employees to live every day with confidence. We aim to help people around the world look, feel and live like the best versions of themselves — however they define it. Clinically proven, its product portfolio includes injectables, devices and skin care treatments designed to meet each patient's needs with high standards of safety and efficacy. Being family owned for more than 115 years, Merz Aesthetics ® is known for building unique connections with customers who feel like family. Merz Aesthetics ®' global headquarters is in Raleigh, N.C., USA, with a commercial presence in 90 countries worldwide. It is also a part of Merz Group, which was founded in 1908 and is based in Frankfurt, Germany. Learn more at Merz Aesthetics®️
