Bioventus Announces First Patients Enrolled in BONES Study for EXOGEN®

DURHAM, NC– September 13, 2017 – Bioventus, a global leader in orthobiologics, today announced the first patients have been enrolled in its BONES (Bioventus Observational Non-interventional EXOGEN Studies) clinical development program. BONES includes three observational, non-interventional, direct-to-patient studies designed to collect real world data on the use of the EXOGEN Ultrasound Bone Healing SystemEXOGEN uses safe, effective low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) to help stimulate the body’s natural bone healing process.

The BONES studies will compare the incidence of fracture nonunions in patients utilizing EXOGEN with patients from a national health insurance claims database who received standard of care alone. The studies will include long and small bones of upper and lower extremities and the unique design of BONES was discussed with FDA during its development. Its primary endpoint is defined as the ability of EXOGEN to mitigate the risk of a fracture progressing to nonunion in the presence of known risk factors.

“We are excited to build on the vast clinical experience available on this established therapy and further develop our knowledge on the real world effectiveness of EXOGEN, by assessing its value in reducing nonunions, a highly disabling complication that also carries a significant societal burden,” said Alessandra Pavesio, Senior Vice President and Chief Science Officer, Bioventus. “Accomplishing this ambitious goal requires an alternative methodology to randomized controlled trials and involves epidemiologically grounded research of large patient cohorts enrolled both prospectively, and within the big data available from US health insurance claims.”

About Bioventus

Bioventus is an orthobiologics company that delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The company has two product portfolios for orthobiologics, Bioventus Active Healing Therapies and Bioventus Surgical that make it a global leader in active orthopaedic healing. Its EXOGEN® Ultrasound Bone Healing System uses safe, effective low intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) to stimulate the body’s natural healing process. EXOGEN has been used to treat more than 1 million patients worldwide and numerous regulatory agencies including the FDA, Health Canada, BSI, TGA, Medsafe, UAE Ministry of Health and SFDA have granted their approval of the product. Today it is the leading bone healing system in the market with complaints for lack of efficacy averaging less than 1%.

Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.BioventusGlobal.com and follow the company on Twitter @Bioventusglobal.

Bioventus, the Bioventus logo, and EXOGEN are registered trademarks of Bioventus LLC.

Media Contact: Thomas Hill, +1  , [email protected]

EXOGEN - Summary of Indications for Use in the US

*Summary of Indications for Use: The EXOGEN Ultrasound Bone Healing System is indicated for the non-invasive treatment of established non-unions* excluding skull and vertebra. In addition, EXOGEN is indicated for accelerating the time to a healed fracture for fresh, closed, posteriorly displaced distal radius fractures and fresh, closed or Grade I open tibial diaphysis fractures in skeletally mature individuals when these fractures are orthopaedically managed by closed reduction and cast immobilization. There are no known contraindications for the EXOGEN device. Safety and effectiveness has not been established for individuals lacking skeletal maturity; pregnant or nursing women; patients with cardiac pacemakers; on fractures due to bone cancer; or on patients with poor blood circulation or clotting problems. Some patients may be sensitive to the ultrasound gel. Full prescribing information can be found in product labeling, at www.exogen.com or by contacting customer service at 1-800-836-4080. *A nonunion is considered to be established when the fracture site shows no visibly progressive signs of healing.


Bioventus Receives US FDA Approval for DUROLANE®

DURHAM, NC- September 5, 2017 – Bioventus, a global leader in orthobiologic solutions, today announced it has received US FDA approval for DUROLANE, a single-injection, hyaluronic acid (HA) product used for joint lubrication in the treatment of pain associated with knee osteoarthritis (OA). Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule that provides the lubrication and cushioning in a normal joint. Knee ohttp://www.durolane.comsteoarthritis involves the breakdown, or degeneration, of cartilage and the synovial fluid that cushions and lubricates joint tissues within the knee.

“More than 20 million Americans are afflicted with knee osteoarthritis and there is no cure, but the associated pain can be managed,” said Tony Bihl, CEO of Bioventus. “DUROLANE has been a proven knee OA pain reliever for more than 15 years, improving the lives of more than one million people worldwide. It will join our current offerings to provide even more efficacious treatment options for US patients, physicians and payers.”

DUROLANE will complement the company’s OA portfolio which includes three-injection HA GELSYN-3™ and the five-injection HA SUPARTZ FX™. Bioventus markets and sells DUROLANE in more than 25 countries including Canada, Mexico, Australia, and throughout much of Europe. It plans to launch DUROLANE the US market in early 2018.

About Bioventus

Bioventus is an orthobiologics company that delivers clinically proven, cost-effective products that help people heal quickly and safely. Its mission is to make a difference by helping patients resume and enjoy active lives. The company has two product portfolios for orthobiologics, Bioventus Active Healing Therapies and Bioventus Surgical that make it a global leader in active orthopaedic healing. Its EXOGEN® Ultrasound Bone Healing System uses safe, effective low intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) to stimulate the body’s natural healing process. EXOGEN has been used to treat more than 1 million patients worldwide and numerous regulatory agencies including the FDA, Health Canada, BSI, TGA, Medsafe, UAE Ministry of Health and SFDA have granted their approval of the product. Today it is the leading bone healing system in the market with complaints for lack of efficacy averaging less than 1%.

Built on a commitment to high quality standards, evidence-based medicine and strong ethical behavior, Bioventus is a trusted partner for physicians worldwide. For more information, visit www.BioventusGlobal.com and follow the company on Twitter @Bioventusglobal.

Media Contact: Thomas Hill, +1  , [email protected]

Bioventus, the Bioventus logo, EXOGEN and DUROLANE are registered trademarks and GELSYN-3, is a trademark of Bioventus LLC. SUPARTZ FX is a trademark of Seikagaku Corporation.