Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2016 USD ($)
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Organization Basis Of Presentation And Summary Of Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]
Debt issuance costs	$ 5.8

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