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United States Surgical Corporation
 PROFILE
United States Surgical Corporation (USSC), a unit of diversified manufacturer Tyco International, is a leading maker of surgical stapling products and laparoscopic surgery instruments. Products include single-use and reusable surgical staplers, staples, sutures, and devices for laparoscopic surgery (a minimally invasive surgical technique). USSC also makes instruments for electrosurgery (through subsidiary Valleylab), spine surgery, sports medicine (through Surgical Dynamics), and cardiovascular therapies. The company expands its products through acquisitions and development; women's health care is one of its targets. USSC sells its products around the world.

 COMPETITION
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 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Fiscal Year-End: September
1998 Sales (mil.): 1,225.90
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 4.6%
Employees: 5,776
Revenue per employee: $212,240.30

 KEY PEOPLE
• Allen Panzer
    CEO
• Steve Amelio
    CFO

 CONTACT INFO
150 Glover Ave.
Norwalk, CT 06856
US
Phone: 203-845-1000
Fax: 203-845-4692
Online: Web Site

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