Fair Value Measurements - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2014
Derivative Instruments And Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Pre-tax losses from accumulated other comprehensive loss to interest expense expected to be recognized in next twelve months	$ 11

Pretax losses from accumulated other comprehensive loss expected to be recognized in next twelve months.

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