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HeartWare

Deadly Malfunctions, FDA Inaction and Vulnerable Patients

A life-sustaining device was implanted inside thousands of people, even though the federal government knew about serious problems.

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HeartWare

Congress Opens Investigation Into FDA’s Handling of a Problematic Heart Device

The investigation follows ProPublica’s reporting on safety problems surrounding the FDA and the HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device.