Category Archives: Medical Devices

Recall: HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS)

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Steve Gelfman

Thoratec Corportion is recalling its HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System (HM II LVAS) due to a defect which could cause serious complications for heart patients. The FDA is notifying health care professionals of a Class 1 Recall due to … Continue reading →

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Patient Deaths Prompt Recall of Thoracic Staples

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Hoffman & Gelfman

Three deaths and 13 serious personal injuries have led to the voluntary recall of endoscopic surgical staples used in thoracic surgery. Last week, Covidien, a global manufacturer of medical devices and healthcare products, issued a voluntary recall of Duet TRS Universal … Continue reading →

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