DAVIS, Calif., May 21, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- Integrated Surgical Systems, Inc. (OTCBB:RDOC), a pioneer in medical robotics and a leader in image-directed, semi-autonomous robotic products for surgical applications, announced an agreement to develop ROBODOC(r) software for the NexGen Legacy(r) Posterior Stabilized Flex Knee.
"Zimmer, Inc. is a leading supplier of orthopedic products and Japanese orthopedic surgeons believe that NexGen Legacy Posterior Stabilized Flex Knee System is especially well-suited for the Asian market. When available, NexGen Legacy Posterior Stabilized Flex Knee software will provide yet another option for our Japanese ROBODOC customers. Currently, software for five Zimmer hip and knee systems is available in the ROBODOC System library," commented Dr. Ramesh Trivedi, President & CEO of Integrated Surgical Systems.
Integrated Surgical Systems designs, manufactures, sells and services image-directed, computer-controlled, robotic products for use in orthopaedic and neurosurgical procedures. The company's ROBODOC(r) Surgical Assistant System is the world's leading robotic system for hip and knee replacement surgery; NeuroMate(tm), its neurosurgery system, is the first robotic technology-based system for use in stereotactic brain surgery.
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this news release are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including the timely development and market acceptance of new products and upgrades to existing products, the impact of competitive products and pricing, and other risks detailed from time to time in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
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ROBODOC(r) is a registered trademark of Integrated Surgical Systems, Inc. NeuroMate(tm) is a trademark of Integrated Surgical Systems, S.A.