Medical Device Firms Boston Scientific, Advanced Bionics to Merge.

From: Daily News (Los Angeles, CA) | Date: June 2, 2004 | Copyright information

Byline: Evan Pondel

Jun. 2--VALENCIA, Calif. -- Boston Scientific Corp. announced Tuesday it would acquire Advanced Bionics Corp. for $740 million in cash, providing a greater platform for a variety of devices that treat hearing loss and back pain by stimulating nerve fibers.

The deal calls for Advanced Bionics to receive earn-out payments based on the Valencia company's future performance. Boston Scientific executives expect the move to net more than $1 billi...

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