Merger of Two Medical Device Makers
PLEASANTON, Calif - Thoratec Laboratories Corporation has announced that it will purchase Thermo Cardiosystmes, Inc. for $572 million in newly issued stock. Under the new deal, which is expected to close next year, Thoratec will exchange .835 a newly issued share for each share of Thermo Cardiosystems. Both companies are manufacturers of artificial heart devices. For more information visit www.thoratec.com.
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November 26th 2024Get Well’s digital patient engagement platform decreases hospital-acquired infection rates by 31%, improves patient education, and fosters involvement in personalized care plans through real-time interaction tools.
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