Hologic Inc. is improving its gynecology surgery business by acquiring Acessa Health Inc. for $80m, the companies announced on 26 August.
Hologic Acquires Acessa To Add ProVu Fibroid Treatment
Hologic has agreed to pay $80m in cash, plus contingent payments for Acessa, a privately held developer of minimally invasive treatments for uterine fibroids.

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