SEGMENT AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION (Revenue by Major Product Category) (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | |
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Mar. 31, 2013
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Mar. 31, 2012
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Revenue from External Customer [Line Items] | ||
Total Revenues | $ 196,652 | $ 196,185 |
Orthopedics
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Revenue from External Customer [Line Items] | ||
Total Revenues | 90,260 | 86,152 |
Neurosurgery
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Revenue from External Customer [Line Items] | ||
Total Revenues | 63,185 | 66,057 |
Instruments
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Revenue from External Customer [Line Items] | ||
Total Revenues | $ 43,207 | $ 43,976 |