ConMed Linvatec Announces Launch of Novel Biocomposite Technology and Related Matryx^® Biocomposite Interference Screws

Utica, New York, November 17, 2009 – CONMED Corporation’s (Nasdaq: CNMD) CONMED Linvatec arthroscopy unit today announced the release of new sizes of its Matryx® Biocomposite Interference Screw. These new screws represent the latest advance in biocomposite material technology that allows CONMED Linvatec to produce the smallest Biocomposite Interference screw available on the market today for primary fixation of ACL and PCL grafts. The Company will debut the product at the Fall Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) meeting in Palm Springs, CA, which takes place November 19-21, 2009. MORE...

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Utica, New York, November 16, 2009 – CONMED Corporation’s (Nasdaq: CNMD) CONMED Linvatec arthroscopy unit today announced the release of the Bullseye^® Anatomic Cruciate Reconstruction System, a novel guide system for anatomic cruciate ligament (ACL and PCL) reconstructions of the knee.  The Company will debut the product at the Fall Arthroscopy Association of North America AANA) meeting in Palm Springs, CA, which takes place November 19-21, 2009.  The Bullseye System will provide surgeons the ability to more precisely perform anatomic single bundle and double bundle cruciate ligament reconstructions with a flexible and intuitive guide system. The Bullseye System will be supported with new sizes of advanced Matryx^® biocomposite interference screws. MORE...

AER DEFENSE™ Smoke Evacuator
The AER DEFENSE™ smoke evacuator offers four different modes of operation which makes it the most versatile smoke evacuator on the market and is 11% (7dBA) quieter than our previous model. The ULPA-grade filter is 99.9995% efficiency at 0.1 micron particle size with a filter life of up to 35 hours.

GoldVac™ Smoke Evacuation Pencil
The GoldVac™ integrated electrosurgical pencil allows the surgeon to position the smoke elimination tube anywhere along the active electrode up to 6". Its ergonomic design provides effective smoke plume capture and helps to prevent surgeon fatigue and discomfort.

Linvatec Shoulder Restoration System - The Linvatec Shoulder Restoration System is a comprehensive system for rotator cuff repair that supports multiple surgical techniques, facilitates secure reconstruction, and provides optimal tissue tensioning that leads to successful clinical outcomes. This innovative system permits intra-operative flexibility by providing the surgeon with the ability to choose from any of the most advanced rotator cuff repair techniques including single row, double row and transosseous equivalent fixation.

The Linvatec SRS is comprised of several components including state-of-the-art suture anchors and instrumentation as follows:

PopLok™ Knotless Suture Anchor Designed for primary and lateral row fixation, the PopLok™ is an all PEEK (Polyetheretherkeytone) anchor offered in 3.5 and 4.5mm sizes. The PopLok™ is a significant step forward in knotless technology by providing for tensioning sutures separately from anchor seating as well as for securing the sutures regardless of bone quality. The PopLok™ is cannulated to channel growth factors to the repair site capitalizing on the body's healing powers to restore rotator cuff integrity. The PopLok™ provides these advantages while affording ease-of-use second to none.

CrossFT™ Fully Threaded Suture Anchor Composed of PEEK, the CrossFT™ is offered in 4.5, 5.5 and 6.5mm sizes with multiple suture configurations. Incorporating both a fully threaded design and a dual thread profile, the CrossFT™ provides a radiolucent option with significant fixation strength and security. As with the PopLok™, the CrossFT™ is cannulated to channel growth factors to the repair site.

Super Revo-FT™ and ThRevo-FT™ Fully Threaded Suture Anchors The Super Revo-FT™ and ThRevo-FT™, both 5.0mm titanium anchors, are offered with two or three sutures, respectively. These anchors offer an excellent option for surgeons who prefer to visualize the anchor after rotator cuff repair while capitalizing on the proven Revo® design for exceptional performance. The self-drilling Revo® design eliminates a step during the insertion process to save valuable OR time.

ECOM^™
Cardiac Output from an Endotracheal Tube? What could be easier? The ECOM (Endotrachael Cardiac Output Monitor) system offers continuous monitoring of real time, beat-to-beat cardiac output via its patented and proprietary endotracheal tube. With no injections or adjustments required and standard ET tube placement, the system displays cardiac output, stroke volume, heart rate and arterial pressure permitting visual trending of hemodynamic functions.
To see the system at work, click here.
ECOM is currently available in a limited market release. If you are interested in participating, please contact CONMED at 800-765-8375 ext. 3140.

True HD Endoscopic Video System – IM4000:
A complete system that meets the standards set by the ATSC for true high definition broadcasting.  The ConMed Linvatec IM4000 can handle the demands of today’s multi-specialty users and offers the user the option of either 720p, 1080i or 1080p pixel count and scan options, within a 16:9 aspect ratio.