Condensed Consolidated Statements of Equity (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2012
Issuance costs of common stock	$ 500
Common Stock
Issuance costs of common stock	500
Additional Paid-In Capital
Issuance costs of common stock	$ 500

Direct costs (e.g., legal and accounting fees) associated with issuing stock that is deducted from additional paid in capital. Also includes any direct costs associated with stock issues under a shelf registration.

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