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Dynamic Healthcare M&A Database - 2Q07



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Acquiring Party    Wright Medical Group Inc. (NASDAQ: WMGI), a global orthopedic medical device company specializing in reconstructive joint devices and biologics.
Transferring Party    The foot and ankle reconstruction business of Darco International Inc., a leading provider of surgical, trauma and wound care solutions.
Sector    Medical Devices
Date    April 5, 2007
Analysis
Adds to Wright's position in foot and ankle surgery sector and complements its existing lower extremity lines. Also avails of Wright's distribution system and strengthens its presence in Germany, where the majority of Darco's $6m in sales is derived. Deal value -- $17m (2.8x).




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