The company's purpose is to conduct research, development, manufacturing, marketing and distribution of products, as well as providing consulting services, particularly in the field of medical technology. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, the company may participate in, establish, acquire and merge with other companies of any kind in Switzerland and abroad. The company may also acquire, encumber and sell intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad, and by resolution of the Board of Directors, establish branches and agencies in Switzerland or abroad.