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Abbott Acquires Integrated Vascular Systems
In a move that will complement the company's currently marketed closure technologies, Abbott Laboratories has acquired Integrated Vascular Systems, Inc. for about US$65 million in cash plus an additional milestone payment if agreed-upon targets are met. More...08 Oct 2003
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