Salient Surgical Technologies
Founded Year
1999Stage
Acquired | AcquiredTotal Raised
$126.05MValuation
$0000Revenue
$0000About Salient Surgical Technologies
Salient Surgical (formerly TissueLink) is a medical device company commercializing radio-frequency electrosurgical instruments for orthopedic, spine, and general surgery.
Salient Surgical Technologies Patents
Salient Surgical Technologies has filed 15 patents.

Application Date | Grant Date | Title | Related Topics | Status |
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3/21/2008 | 7/10/2012 | Surgical instruments, Surgery, Surgical removal procedures, Surgical procedures and techniques, Medical equipment | Grant |
Application Date | 3/21/2008 |
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Grant Date | 7/10/2012 |
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Related Topics | Surgical instruments, Surgery, Surgical removal procedures, Surgical procedures and techniques, Medical equipment |
Status | Grant |
Latest Salient Surgical Technologies News
Jul 8, 2011
Reprints Medical device giant Medtronic said it will acquire Salient Surgical Technologies in Portsmouth, NH for $525 million. Established in 1999 and formerly known as Tissuelink Medical , Salient makes devices that stop bleeding and seal wounds by allowing surgeons to apply focused radio-frequency energy and saline solution to collagen fibers in the body. Given Medtronic’s previous ownership stake in Salient, the actual price tag will be $480 million. Previous investors in Salient include Piper Jafray Ventures, Arnerich Messina & Associates, and Rivervest Venture Partners.
Salient Surgical Technologies Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When was Salient Surgical Technologies founded?
Salient Surgical Technologies was founded in 1999.
Where is Salient Surgical Technologies's headquarters?
Salient Surgical Technologies's headquarters is located at 180 International Drive, Portsmouth.
What is Salient Surgical Technologies's latest funding round?
Salient Surgical Technologies's latest funding round is Acquired.
How much did Salient Surgical Technologies raise?
Salient Surgical Technologies raised a total of $126.05M.
Who are the investors of Salient Surgical Technologies?
Investors of Salient Surgical Technologies include Medtronic, RiverVest Venture Partners, QuestMark Partners, TLM Investors, Arnerich Massena & Associates and 14 more.
Who are Salient Surgical Technologies's competitors?
Competitors of Salient Surgical Technologies include AlterG, Paragon Medical, Celula, Sterilmed, TransCorp and 12 more.
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