The company's purpose is the development, acquisition, import, sale, trade, promotion, and distribution of medical devices, as well as the provision of services related to medical devices. The company may acquire, manage, and transfer patents, trademarks, and technical and industrial know-how. The company may establish subsidiaries and branches and may participate in other companies. The company may acquire, hold, encumber, and dispose of real property and intellectual property rights. The company may also engage in all commercial, financial, and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the company's purpose. The company may grant loans and other direct or indirect financing to affiliated companies and third parties, including their (direct and indirect) shareholders and their affiliated companies, and may provide security for their obligations of any kind, including by pledging or fiduciary transfer of the company's assets or guarantees of any kind, whether or not for consideration.