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Restructuring Charges - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Remaining restructuring charges accrual	$ 0.03
Restructuring charges accrual		$ 0.6

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