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this web site to provide information to and communicate better with physicians,
patients, investors, and others who may be interested in learning more about ArthroCare
and the products it offers. You may use this web site, provided you comply with
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changed. For this reason, we encourage you to review these terms and conditions
every time you use this web site. These terms and conditions were last revised on
May 6, 2005.
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