Getinge Subsidiary Recalls Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps Due to Compromised Materials
Getinge is recalling IABP devices due to a compromised intra-aortic balloon causing blood to enter the IABP during therapy.
Getinge is recalling IABP devices due to a compromised intra-aortic balloon causing blood to enter the IABP during therapy.
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Getinge is recalling IABP devices due to a compromised intra-aortic balloon causing blood to enter the IABP during therapy.
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