PLAINSBORO, N.J. and SHANGHAI, China, Dec. 5, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation (Nasdaq:IART) today announced the opening of its first Asia business office in Shanghai, China, part of an ongoing expansion to serve one of the world's fastest developing medical device markets. Stuart Essig, Integra's Chief Executive Officer, officiated at the grand opening ceremony of the office, which is located at the People's Square area of Huangpu District. Dignitaries from the Shanghai Food and Drug Administration (SFDA), relevant governmental departments, Integra employees, and members of the local media attended the event.