Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities - Additional Information (Detail)	6 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2012 M
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Line Items]
Hedging forecasted cash flows for operating expenses denominated in foreign currencies managed in months	12
Contract maturing over next months	12

Hedging Forecasted Cash Flows For Operating Expenses Denominated In Foreign Currencies Managed In Months

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