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Fair Value (Details 2) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2014
Fair Value |
Contingently convertible Series E units liability, Beginning Balance | $ 66,938
Contingently convertible Series E units liability, Remeasurement included in earnings | (2,756)
Contingently convertible Series E units liability, Ending Balance | 69,694
Preferred shares derivative liability, Beginning Balance | 28,150
Preferred shares derivative liability, Issuance | 1,242
Preferred shares derivative liability, Remeasurement included in earnings | (457)
Preferred shares derivative liability, Ending Balance | $ 29,849

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