Kinetic Concepts,Inc. announced that it will purchase LifeCell Corporation for $1.7 billion incash. LifeCell makes tissue repairproducts for use in reconstructive, urogynecologic and orthopedic surgicalprocedures. The boards of directors of both companies have unanimously approvedthe transaction. LifeCell will operateas a new global biosurgery division within KCI.
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