Circulatory Support

Did you know that nearly 10,000 patient implants have occurred using one of Thoratec's ventricular assist devices?

These sections will help you understand how Thoratec's ventricular assist devices (VADs) treat advanced-stage heart failure, a disease that may be affecting you or a family member.

Vascular Grafts

Vectra® Vascular Access Graft (VAG)

Your doctor has recommended a Vectra graft to you or a family member as part of hemodialysis treatment. This information has been prepared to help you and your family learn more about the Vectra graft.

If you have any additional questions about Thoratec products or your treatment, please ask your doctor or nurse or feel free to contact us for additional information.

 

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