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About Given Imaging
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Given Imaging is redefining gastrointestinal diagnosis by developing, producing
and marketing innovative, patient-friendly and effective methods for diagnosing
gastrointestinal disorders. The company's technology platform is the Given(R)
Diagnostic System, featuring the Given(R) Capsule Endoscope, a disposable,
miniature video camera contained in a capsule which is ingested by the patient.
The Given(R) Capsule Endoscope is the only naturally-ingested method for direct
visualization of the entire small intestine. It is currently marketed in the
United States and in more than 60 other countries and has benefited more than
122,000 patients worldwide. A capsule endoscope for visual examination of the
esophagus is currently pending FDA clearance and capsules for visualization of
the stomach and colon are under development. Given Imaging has also developed
and currently markets in Europe the Given(R) Patency System, a novel method for
detecting obstructions in the gastrointestinal tract using a naturally
ingestible, dissolvable capsule. Given Imaging's headquarters, manufacturing and
R&D facilities are located in Yoqneam, Israel; it has direct sales and marketing
operations in the United States, Germany and France, and local offices in Tokyo,
Madrid and Sydney. For more information, visit givenimaging.com.
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