Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Full year 2025 revenue was $1.635 billion, representing 1.5% growth on a reported basis and a 0.7% organic decline [15] - Fourth quarter revenues were $435 million, reflecting a decrease of 1.7% on a reported basis and an organic decline of 2.5% [17] - Full-year gross margin was 61.9%, down 260 basis points year-over-year, while fourth quarter gross margin was 61.7%, down 350 basis points from the prior year [16][18] - Adjusted earnings per share for the full year was $2.23, compared to $2.56 in 2024, and for the fourth quarter was $0.83 compared to $0.97 in the prior year [16][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the global neurosurgery segment, organic growth was 1.4%, with double-digit growth in CereLink, MAYFIELD Capital, and AURORA [18] - Tissue Technologies revenues were $111.6 million, down 12.8% on both a reported and organic basis, with a 21.4% decline in the Wound Reconstruction franchise [19] - Private label sales in Tissue Technologies were up 20.1% year-over-year, driven by improved partner orders [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International markets contributed to high single-digit growth in the CSF business, led by double-digit performance in China and Canada [18] - Demand indicators across global markets remain strong, with expectations for continued growth in China [52] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on four strategic imperatives: delivering best-in-class quality, driving supply chain reliability, accelerating growth, and igniting innovation [9][10] - A new operating model has been implemented to reduce complexity and improve efficiency, with a focus on disciplined execution and accountability [8] - The company plans to bring key products back to the market, including SurgiMend and DuraSorb, with a new manufacturing facility expected to be operational by mid-2026 [11][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged uncertainty around new tariffs and their potential impact on guidance for 2026 [4] - The company expects improved cash flow in 2026, with operating cash flow projected to exceed $200 million [31] - Management remains optimistic about long-term growth and value creation prospects, emphasizing the importance of quality management and supply reliability [14][26] Other Important Information - The company has welcomed six new leaders to its executive team, enhancing capabilities and supporting long-term growth [7] - The company is actively monitoring reimbursement changes and believes its pricing is well within the new reimbursement range [32] Q&A Session Summary Question: Free cash flow generation and improvement expectations for 2026 - Management explained that negative free cash flow in the quarter was driven by timing of collections and restructuring costs, but expects significant improvement in 2026 with operating cash flow projected to exceed $200 million [30][31] Question: Status of Tissue Technologies business and reimbursement changes - Management indicated that while there are reimbursement changes, they do not expect negative impacts on their business, as their pricing aligns with new reimbursement levels [32] Question: Growth assumptions for CSS and Tissue Technologies - Management provided insights on growth expectations, indicating low single-digit growth for CSS and low to mid single-digit growth for Tissue Technologies in 2026, driven by supply rather than demand [40] Question: Key milestones for Braintree and product relaunches - Management confirmed that Braintree is on track for operationalization by mid-2026, with ongoing process validations [45] Question: MediHoney remediation efforts - Management stated that revenues for MediHoney have not been accounted for in 2026 guidance, as remediation efforts continue [50] Question: International market dynamics and performance in China - Management noted strong performance in China and Canada, expecting continued growth contributions from these markets [52]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total revenues for Q3 2025 were $402 million, representing 5.6% reported growth and 5% organic growth year-over-year, but below expectations due to supply interruptions [14][15] - Adjusted EPS for the quarter was $0.54, reflecting a 32% increase compared to Q3 2024 [14] - Gross margin for the quarter was 62.9%, down 10 basis points year-over-year, impacted by remediation costs and tariffs [14][15] - Adjusted EBITDA margin increased to 19.5%, up 330 basis points year-over-year, driven by revenue growth and disciplined cost management [15] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Codman Specialty Surgical (CSS) segment reported revenues of $292.6 million, reflecting 8.1% reported growth and 7.1% organic growth, with neurosurgery revenues increasing by 13.3% [15][16] - Tissue Technologies revenues were $109.5 million, down 0.5% reported and 0.3% organic, with strong growth in DuraSorb® and Integra Skin offset by declines in MediHoney® [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International business revenue grew 14.6%, led by a 24% increase in China, reflecting strong demand and improved supply [17] - The ENT business remained flat, impacted by reimbursement pressures and timing of capital equipment purchases [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on three key priorities: executing a compliance master plan, driving operational excellence, and delivering on financial commitments [6][10] - A portfolio prioritization process has been completed to guide capital and resource allocation towards higher growth, more profitable categories [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged the need for improved execution consistency and emphasized ongoing efforts to strengthen the supply chain [5][12] - Revised full-year 2025 revenue guidance is set at $1.62 billion to $1.64 billion, reflecting lower than expected Q3 revenue [12][20] Other Important Information - The company has relaunched Primatrix® and DuraPair® ahead of schedule, with expectations to regain market share [9][50] - Operating cash flow for the quarter was $41 million, indicating significant improvement over the first half of the year [15][19] Q&A Session Summary Question: Q4 guidance below street expectations - Management explained that Q4 guidance reflects updated assumptions for ENT and private label, as well as remediation timing and production rates [25] Question: Opportunities for top-line growth in 2026 - Management indicated that there will be both headwinds and tailwinds in 2026, with expectations for modest revenue growth [29] Question: Private label headwinds - Management confirmed that growth in private label will continue to be impacted by the same partner facing market challenges [31] Question: MediHoney® performance - Management stated that MediHoney® is undergoing remediation and has impacted overall performance, but growth in other areas has helped offset this [33] Question: Timeline of supply interruptions - Management clarified that supply interruptions occurred in August, affecting Q3 performance, but have since been resolved [37] Question: Portfolio prioritization and divestment opportunities - Management emphasized that the portfolio review aims to optimize performance, with no predetermined areas for divestment at this time [40] Question: Gross margin sustainability - Management noted that Q3 gross margin performance was better than expected due to efficient cost management, but some headwinds are anticipated moving forward [46] Question: Revenue expectations for Primatrix® and DuraPair® - Management indicated that these products previously generated $25 to $30 million, and regaining market share will take time [49]