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Smaller Size Accell Total Bone Matrix Available

06/05/2008

PLAINSBORO, N.J — Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation announced today that Accell TBM (total bone matrix) is now available in a smaller size configuration. The addition of the smaller size configuration allows clinicians to use Accell TBM in a broader variety of applications, where smaller amounts of demineralized bone graft matrix are appropriate in a variety of orthopedic applications.

Accell TBM is a novel demineralized bone matrix (DBM). A proprietary process creates a DBM graft material that is moldable without the need for an inert carrier or plasticizer; thereby, the entire product is osteoconductive with osteoinductive potential. Accell TBM can replace the need to harvest bone graft from the iliac crest, sparing the patient additional surgery and postoperative pain. Accell TBM may be used as a bone graft extender in the spine, extremities and pelvis or as a bone void filler for the extremities and pelvis.

"Integra offers some of the most advanced biologics products available for tissue reconstruction. We are committed to expanding our orthobiologic portfolio to better address the needs of orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons," said Brian Larkin, president of Integra NeuroSciences.

The U.S. market size for bone graft substitutes in orthopedic spinal procedures is estimated at $350 million (excluding synthetic bone morphogenetic proteins). In 2006, an estimated 450,000 spinal fusion procedures were performed in the United States, including over 200,000 cervical spinal fusions. Additional applications are to be found in orthopedic reconstructive procedures.

Accell TBM is sold in the United States through the Integra OrthoBiologics distributor network consisting of 45 independent distributors with over 300 sales representatives.

Source: Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corp.

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