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HT Vista: Non-Invasive Cancer Screening for Canine Lumps & Bumps

A simple, non-invasive way to assess skin and under-the-skin masses.

Finding a lump on your dog can be concerning. While many canine skin and subcutaneous masses are benign, some can be cancerous—and determining the difference traditionally requires procedures such as a fine-needle aspirate or biopsy.

HT Vista is an AI-powered, non-invasive screening technology designed to help veterinarians assess dermal and subcutaneous masses in dogs and determine whether further diagnostic testing may be appropriate.

How HT Vista Works

HT Vista uses Heat Diffusion Imaging (HDI) to evaluate how tissue responds to controlled heating.

During the scan:

1. A small area of fur over the mass is clipped.

2. The HT Vista device gently heats the area while monitoring the tissue's thermal response.

3. A thermal camera records how heat moves through the mass and surrounding healthy tissue.

4. Artificial intelligence analyzes the thermal data.

5. A result is generated to help the veterinary team assess the mass and determine appropriate next steps.

The original HT Vista scan took approximately one minute and was designed to be performed without needles or sedation in appropriate patients.

Why Use HT Vista?

HT Vista can provide valuable information before deciding whether an invasive diagnostic procedure is needed.

• Non-invasive - No needle is inserted into the mass during the scan, making the procedure comfortable and minimally stressful for many dogs.

• Quick - The technology can provide an assessment during the veterinary visit, allowing you and your veterinarian to discuss the findings promptly.

• AI-assisted - HT Vista uses machine-learning analysis of thermal patterns to help distinguish masses that appear more consistent with benign tissue from those that may warrant additional investigation.

• Supports informed decisions - HT Vista is intended to complement—not replace—your veterinarian's clinical judgment and conventional diagnostic testing. Depending on the result, your veterinarian may recommend monitoring, a fine-needle aspirate, biopsy, imaging, or other diagnostic testing.

What Can HT Vista Assess?

HT Vista was developed specifically for dermal and subcutaneous masses in dogs. It is intended as a screening and decision-support technology for external lumps and bumps that can be evaluated by the device.

Not every mass or patient is necessarily suitable for scanning, and your veterinarian will determine whether HT Vista is appropriate for your dog's particular situation.

What Happens After the Scan?

Your veterinarian will review the HT Vista result together with your dog's history, physical examination, and characteristics of the mass.

A lower-risk result may provide additional information when considering monitoring or whether further testing is necessary. A higher-risk result may indicate that additional diagnostics, such as cytology or biopsy, should be considered.

HT Vista does not replace definitive diagnostic testing when a diagnosis is required.

A Better First Step for Some Lumps and Bumps

When your dog develops a new or changing lump, it can be difficult to know whether to monitor it or pursue invasive testing immediately.

HT Vista offers veterinarians an additional, non-invasive source of information that can help guide that conversation.

If your dog has a new, growing, changing, or otherwise concerning mass, ask our veterinary team whether non-invasive cancer screening with HT Vista is appropriate.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is HT Vista painful? HT Vista is designed as a non-invasive screening procedure and does not require a needle to be inserted into the mass.

• Does my dog need sedation? The original HT Vista procedure was designed to be performed without sedation in appropriate patients. Your veterinarian will determine what is appropriate for your individual dog.

• Does HT Vista diagnose cancer? HT Vista is a screening and decision-support technology. A veterinarian may recommend cytology, biopsy, or other testing when a definitive diagnosis is needed.

• Can HT Vista replace a biopsy? No. HT Vista can provide additional information when evaluating a mass, but it should not be presented as a replacement for definitive diagnostic testing when such testing is indicated.

• Why is early evaluation of a lump important? Some malignant masses can initially look and feel similar to benign lumps. Evaluating concerning masses early can help your veterinary team make timely decisions about monitoring, additional diagnostics, and treatment.

Important Note

HT Vista is a veterinary screening technology and should be used as part of a comprehensive veterinary assessment. Your veterinarian will determine the most appropriate diagnostic and treatment plan for your pet.

Have a lump or bump you'd like us to evaluate? Contact our veterinary team to discuss whether HT Vista screening may be appropriate for your dog.