Smith & Nephew Introduces New Biologic to Spe...(We are proud to be able to offer this ne...),Health

Date:3/5/2008

We are proud to be able to offer this new technology to our customers. The product application is universal because platelets naturally aid in the healing process of multiple tissue types," said Mark Augusti, president of Smith & Nephew Orthopaedic Trauma & Clinical Therapies. "CAPTION is also a great example of what great things two cutting-edge teams can accomplish for the good of our customers and their patients."

The CAPTION system joins the company's biologic portfolio, which includes the EXOGEN 4000+(TM) ultrasound bone healing system and SUPARTZ(R) treatment the world's number one joint fluid therapy for pain reduction of the knee.

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SUPARTZ is a registered trademark of the Seikagaku Corporation.

About us

Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology business, specializing in Orthopaedic Trauma & Clinical Therapies, Orthopaedic Reconstruction, Endoscopy and Advanced Wound Management products. Smith & Nephew is a global leader in arthroscopy and advanced wound management and is one of the leading global orthopaedics companies.

Smith & Nephew is dedicated to helping improve people's lives. The Company prides itself on the strength of its relationships with its surgeons and professional healthcare customers, with whom its name is synonymous with high standards of performance, innovation and trust. The Company operates in 32 countries around the world. Annual sales in 2007 were nearly $3.4 billion.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains certain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the US Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In particular, statements regarding planned growth in our business and in our trading margins discussed under "Outlook" are forward-looking statements as are discussions of our product pipeline. These statements, as well as the phrases "aim", "plan", "intend", "anticipate", "well-placed", "believe", "estimate"
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