Acelity

Acelity L.P. Inc. was a global medical technology company based in San Antonio, Texas, specializing in advanced wound care and regenerative medicine. Founded in 1976 as Kinetic Concepts Inc. (KCI), the company grew through acquisitions, including LifeCell Corporation and Systagenix Wound Management, and unified under the Acelity brand in 2014. Acelity reported annual global revenue of approximately $1.87–2 billion and employed nearly 5,000 people, operating in over 75 countries. The company focused on two main segments: Advanced Wound Therapeutics and Regenerative Medicine. Acelity's mission was to advance healing science and deliver customer-driven innovations. Key products included Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) systems, regenerative tissue matrices for breast reconstruction and hernia repair, and advanced wound dressings. Acelity served healthcare professionals and clinicians worldwide, addressing various clinical needs and improving patient outcomes. In 2019, Acelity and its subsidiaries were acquired by 3M, becoming part of its extensive healthcare portfolio.