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Thoratec VAD
(Ventricular Assist Device)

With a decade in clinical use, a wide range of patients have benefited
from this device—nearly 3,000
patients worldwide.

Mark Yahiro, age 45
(Thoratec VAD patient, transplanted)

“The device sustained my life and
allowed me to get a transplant. It also
enabled me to see my loved ones.
I’ve realized what’s most important
in my life.”

© 2005 Thoratec Corporation
Design: Howry Design Associates SF/CA