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Research and Development | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2018
Research And Development [Abstract] |
Research and Development | (11) Research and Development Research and development expenses which are included in operating expenses were $9,164, $8,455 and $6,998 for the years ended December 31, 2018, 2017 and 2016, respectively.

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