ROCHESTER, N.Y., September 27 -- Eastman Kodak Company has signed a three-year agreement with 3G Ultrasound, Inc., Ramsey, N.J., naming Kodak as the exclusive worldwide service provider for 3G's Sonalis ultrasound unit used in surgical procedures.

3G Ultrasound designs and manufactures the first FDA approved ultrasound system that uses SimulView technology for pinpoint targeting of needle placement in any type of therapeutic delivery in tumors via ultrasound imaging. The system will be available in the U.S. in the fourth quarter of 2005 with European availability planned for early 2006.

Kodak will provide all post-sale support for 3G Ultrasound's Sonalis equipment, including telephone customer technical support, field installation and on-site equipment repair and maintenance.
The mobile ultrasound unit is used in brachytherapy, cryosurgery and laparoscopic cryosurgery. 3G Ultrasound has focused on the development of its technology for the prostate. The company indicated breast applications are planned to be available later in 2006. Depending on the clinical application and configuration, the Sonalis unit will have a very attractive U.S. entry-level price.

Kodak's Health Group offers a wide range of services for medical imaging modalities from all manufacturers. Specifically, Kodak provides maintenance, quality assurance and control, compliance testing and around-the-clock call center support. This service marries Kodak's expertise in medical imaging with the operational expertise and geographic coverage offered by its extensive services organization.

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