THORATEC ANNOUNCES STRENGTHENING OF MANAGEMENT TEAM

Thoratec, a world leader in products to treat cardiovascular disease, has announced several additions and changes within the management team of its Cardiovascular Division, which includes all of the company's VAD (Ventricular Assist Device) and vascular graft product lines.

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