DePuy Mitek, Inc. is pleased to offer a line of high quality fluid management products as part of the Arthroscopy Equipment platform. These products, which are placed under the FMS™ brand, will provide optimal visualization, constant joint pressure, and operating room efficiencies for the arthroscopist. FMS systems utilize unique and modern technology to manage fluid.
During the first quarter of 2006, DePuy Mitek acquired Future Medical Systems, a company headquartered in Saint-Jeannet, France. Future Medical Systems was a market leader in Europe for arthroscopic fluid management systems and dramatically changed the treatment of demanding arthroscopic surgical procedures such as rotator cuff repair and ACL replacement by providing outstanding visualization of the surgical site.
"DePuy Mitek is committed to providing its customers a full range of innovative surgical solutions for arthroscopy and sports medicine," said Michel Paul, worldwide president, DePuy Mitek, Inc. after the acquisition announcement. "Future Medical Systems has developed outstanding arthroscopic products and has a promising pipeline. The acquisition of Future Medical Systems expands our offering and gives us an opportunity to fulfill our commitment to our customers."
DePuy Mitek, Inc. is a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative surgical sports medicine medical devices, including arthroscopic solutions to address the challenges of soft tissue repair in the shoulder and knee.
