Future Amortization Expense (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2013
Expected Amortization Expense [Line Items]
2014	$ 9,734
2015	9,121
2016	9,272
2017	9,250
2018	6,326
Thereafter	17,807
Intangible Assets And Debt Issuance Cost , Total	$ 61,510

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