Company to offer surgeons cost-effective quality products, including, among others: 

TransFx $^{TM}$ External Fixation System. In June 2003, the Company announced its purchase of the TransFx External Fixation System product line from Immedica, Inc., a line that the Company has sold under a distribution arrangement since 2001. The innovative design of the TransFx line provides excellent fracture reduction while contributing to efficient inventory management within the hospitals. The TransFx line is a comprehensive system with a broad range of sizes capable of treating most any fracture where external fixation is utilized. 

M/DN ˛  Intramedullary Fixation. The M/DN intramedullary nailing system for the internal fixation of long bone fractures incorporates implants and instruments to align and fix fractures of the tibia, femur and humerus. The system has multiple screw options to provide increased surgical flexibility. An innovative screw hole configuration has expanded applications for the product. In addition, a minimally invasive approach has been developed and introduced to further expand the brand in the marketplace. 

ITST $^{TM}$ Intertrochanteric/Subtrochanteric Fixation System. The ITST  line of nails and screws is part of the M/DN family of intramedullary solutions for proximal femoral fractures and was fully launched in 2003. The implants expand the indications for use of an intramedullary device for fixing these types of fractures. The system also allows for a simpler lateral surgical approach. 

Zimmer ˛  Periarticular Plating System. The periarticular plating system, used to stabilize fractures near joints, permits fracture fixation plates to be more accurately fitted to the anatomy of the periarticular, or joint, region of the bone. The system has been expanded to include virtually all regions of the anatomy including femur, tibia, humerus, radius, ulna and fibula. 

Zimmer ˛  Plates and Screws (‘‘ZPS $^{TM}$’’). The ZPS internal fracture fixation system is a comprehensive system of stainless steel plates, screws and instruments for internal fracture compression. Because this system is compatible with major competitive systems made by other market participants, it affords surgeons added flexibility and value. 

Cable-Ready ˛  Cable Grip System. The patented Cable-Ready Cable Grip System encircles bone fragments with wire to hold them together. The system has an innovative mechanism that minimizes cable tension loss typical of similar cable system devices. 

Zimmer ˛  Cannulated Screws. A full range of cannulated screws utilizing Biodur ˛ $^{8}$ 108 stainless steel is believed by the Company to be the first product line on the market utilizing the new high strength stainless steel. The strength allows larger cannulation which permits larger guide wires making surgery easier to perform. 

Sirus ˛  System. The Sirus system is a complete line of intramedullary nails, screws, and instruments used in the treatment of long bone fractures. All implants in this system are made of titanium and are anatomically designed to more effectively mimic the appropriate anatomy. The femoral implant is uniquely designed to allow surgeons to use a less invasive surgical approach. 

## Orthopaedic Surgical Products 

The Company manufactures and markets other surgical products, which surgeons use for both orthopaedic and non- orthopaedic procedures, including tourniquets, blood management systems, wound debridement products, traction devices and orthopaedic softgoods. The Company has developed and intends to continue developing technologically advanced surgical products to support its reconstructive implant and trauma product systems in the operating room environment with a focus on blood and pain management products. 

OrthoPAT ˛ $^{9}$ Orthopedic Perioperative Autotransfusion System. This innovative autotransfusion system, which includes patented disposable components, has been specifically designed to collect and prepare a patient’s own blood for re-infusion during and following an open surgical procedure. Depending on the nature of the surgery performed, multiple OrthoPAT  autotransfusion units may be required for a single procedure. The Company markets OrthoPAT Autotransfusion Systems through an exclusive distribution arrangement in the United States and Canada. 

Pulsavac ˛ Plus $^{TM}$ Wound Debridement System. The Company introduced the Pulsavac Plus Lavage System, a variable-powered, fully disposable debridement system with the versatility to meet the needs of today’s operating room. The Pulsavac LP $^{TM}$ system is a low pressure, disposable debridement system. Based on the successful design of the Pulsavac Plus product, it is intended for applications requiring low-pressure lavage to help remove necrotic tissue and facilitate healing. 

A.T.S. ˛  Tourniquet Systems. The A.T.S.  product line represents a complete family of tourniquet machines and cuffs. The family of three machines is designed to meet the demands of a wide variety of health care facilities and clinical applications. The range of cuffs which complement the machines provides the flexibility to occlude blood flow safely with convenience and accuracy for adult limbs of every size and shape. 

## Sports Medicine 

The Company markets a limited product line in the area of sports medicine which is focused on products for the fixation and repair of soft tissues and cartilage as an early stage treatment, including: 

Collagen Meniscus Implant (‘‘CMI’’). Studies have shown that partial loss of menisci may increase the potential 

