Synergetics launches next generation of Codman Malis electrosurgical generator

Synergetics USA, Inc. (NASDAQ: SURG), a medical device company that designs, manufactures, and markets innovative products for ophthalmic and neurosurgical applications, has introduced the CMC^® V, the next generation of the Codman^® Malis^® electrosurgical generator. Codman & Shurtleff, Inc. is the exclusive distributor of the CMC^® V. CMC and Codman are registered trademarks of Johnson & Johnson Corporation.

“We are very excited about the potential benefits that the CMC® V and our disposable bipolar instruments can bring to doctors and hospitals. The CMC® V will be available in select U.S. markets beginning late 2010, and is expected to be available in Europe by early next year”

"The new CMC^® V is a state-of-the-art, digitally controlled electrosurgical generator that provides surgeons with significant advancements in controls for use with bipolar foot and hand-operated, cutting and coagulating instruments," stated Dave Hable, President and CEO of Synergetics USA, Inc. "The launch of this next generation electrosurgical generator, designed and built by our Company, demonstrates our long-standing relationship with Codman, a global leader in neuroscience and neurovascular devices and solutions."

New features of the CMC^® V include touch screen technology, select local language display and messaging, and the ability to customize eight end-user profiles to suit surgeon preferences or procedural preferences.

"We are very excited about the potential benefits that the CMC^® V and our disposable bipolar instruments can bring to doctors and hospitals. The CMC^® V will be available in select U.S. markets beginning late 2010, and is expected to be available in Europe by early next year," concluded Mr. Hable.