Hologic Announces Verdict In Patent Infringement Suit

BEDFORD, Mass., Sept. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Hologic, Inc. (Hologic or the Company) (NASDAQ: HOLX), a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostics, medical imaging systems and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women, today announced the jury returned a verdict in the patent infringement suit between Hologic and Smith & Nephew (S&N).

On June 9, 2010 and November 22, 2011, S&N filed suit in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts alleging infringement of U.S. Patents 7,226,459 and 8,061,359 by the use and sale of the MyoSure Tissue Removal Device (MyoSure). The two patent suits were consolidated into a single action culminating in a jury trial which commenced on August 20, 2012. On September 4, 2012, the jury in the trial returned a verdict in S&N's favor.

As a part of this verdict, the jury awarded S&N the sum of $4 million as damages for lost profits. Hologic, in connection with the acquisition of Interlace Medical, Inc. (Interlace Medical), the developer of the MyoSure product, is indemnified up to a previously defined dollar amount by the former Interlace Medical shareholders for potential associated liabilities.

"We are disappointed in and strongly disagree with the verdict in this case," said Mark Casey, Hologic's Senior Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel. "This is but the first step in a multi-phase process and there remain several issues to be decided by the Court which could impact the applicability of this verdict.  We intend to continue to market and sell the MyoSure product and, if necessary, will pursue the appellate process to ensure the right of women to have access to this best-in-class treatment for the removal of uterine fibroids."

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About Hologic, Inc.:
Hologic, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostic products, medical imaging systems, and surgical products. The Company operates four core business units focused on diagnostics, breast health, GYN surgical and skeletal health. With a comprehensive suite of technologies and a robust research and development program, Hologic is committed to improving lives. The Company is headquartered in Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.hologic.com.

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