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800th Implant of World’s Only Approved Total Artificial Heart Performed by Heart and Diabetes Center NRW

Posted by Dana in June 24th 2009

On June 12, the Heart and Diabetes Center NRW in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany, performed the 800th implant of the SynCardia temporary CardioWest Total Artificial Heart. The 60-year-old patient, who was suffering from biventricular failure, was listed in stable condition post-implant. Related posts Katrina evacuee returns to New Orleans with thanks for Dallas ‘ big heart [...]

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TCF Bank Kenosha Branch Hosts a Bone Marrow and Blood Drive for Stephanie Ramirez

Posted by Dana in April 14th 2009

The TCF Bank branch located in Kenosha, WI will host a bone marrow and blood drive for 3 year old Stephanie Ramirez. Stephanie was diagnosed at three weeks with Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease, a disease that significantly debilitates her immune system, and she needs a transplant to save her life. Stephanie’s best hope for a [...]

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