SAN ANTONIO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kinetic Concepts, Inc. (NYSE: KCI) today announced the initial European and Canadian launch of the Prevena™ Incision Management System, the first and only powered negative pressure product designed specifically for management of surgically closed incisions. Studies have shown that the Prevena™ System may reduce the risk of post-operative complications, such as infection. The Prevena™ Incision Management System is now available for use in hospitals throughout Europe and Canada. KCI estimates greater than three million procedures are performed each year worldwide that could benefit from treatment with the Prevena™ System, representing a potential global opportunity greater than $1 billion.
