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Synthes

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Through its five product groups – Trauma, Spine, Craniomaxillofacial (CMF), Biomaterials and Power Tools – Synthes Inc develops and manufactures instruments, implants and biomaterials for the surgical fixation, correction and regeneration of the human skeleton and its soft tissues, including both metallic and osteobiological materials. The group also has a Veterinary business.

• Synthes Trauma - produces plate and screw systems, intramedullary nailing systems and external fixation devices that are used for the surgical treatment of fractures, deformities and tumour diseases of long bones. The company also produces trauma implants for the shoulder, hand, pelvis, hip, condyles and foot.

• Synthes Spine - covers products for the treatment of degenerative instabilities, fractures, tumours and deformities. The company offers a full range of solutions for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.

• CMF - offers a range of facial trauma, tumour resection and reconstructive implants and instruments.

• Synthes Biomaterials - includes a paste that can be used to fill bony defects; an implant for young children that reabsorbs after the body’s bones have healed; and demineralised human bone that promotes bone healing. In May 2011, Synthes sold the Norian assets of its Biomaterials division to Kensey Nash.

• Synthes Power Tools - offers a range of air- and battery-driven drill systems, reamers and saws for use in orthopaedics and trauma surgery. In November 2010, this business was expanded with the acquisition of Anspach, which provided a complementary high-speed product line to the Synthes power tools portfolio.

Synthes is the world leader in traumatology, ranks among the top companies for spinal devices and is in the leading position in the CMF business.

In 2011, Synthes generated revenues of nearly US$4 billion and net earnings of US$966 million. The company employs more than 12,000 people, mainly in the US, Switzerland, Germany, Austria and China. Synthes Inc is registered in Delaware, US. Its holding company, Synthes GmbH, is based in Switzerland.

The Synthes Medical Device Company Report provides a full review of the company's medical device activities, from its origins to its latest corporate activity, including mergers and acquisitions, agreements, divestitures and litigation. Sections are also included on products, corporate strategy and R&D.

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Coverage Overview

• Key contact information
• Introduction to Synthes and its current activities
• Summary of its financial performance
• Key recent events in an “at a glance” format

Strategic Focus

• The company’s aims and its areas of focus

Financial Review

• Current year and annual financial data, including revenue breakdowns by product area and geographic region (if available)
• Table providing in-depth five-year financial analysis
• Employee data, including breakdown by company division and geographic location

Product Overview

• Core product areas, key brands, product approvals and launches
• Identifies the company’s major competitors

Research and Development

• How much has been invested in R&D?
• Where is the research based?
• What alliances and agreements does Synthes have and with whom?

Manufacturing and Distribution

• Identifying the company’s manufacturing locations
• Sales and marketing facilities

Agreements

• With whom has Synthes reached agreements and what do they involve?
• Key contracts awarded

Mergers and Acquisitions

Minority Divestments

Litigation

Key Corporate Events

The report was produced as part of Medical Device Companies Analysis (MDCA). For more information on MDCA, click here.