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HeartMate XVE LVAD
(Left Ventricular Assist Device)

The most widely used implantable
LVAD and the only device approved
in the U.S. for Destination Therapy—permanent support.

Gary Morris, age 76
(HeartMate XVE LVAD -
Destination Therapy patient)

“I’m enjoying my life. I have granddaughters that just love me. If there was one thing I’d like to do, it would be to watch them grow up a little more. With this device, I can do that.”

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