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Has anyone had a recent letter from NHS regarding a device used in open heart surgery which is linked to a rare bacterium infection?

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Permalink Reply by Tim Grey on April 30, 2017 at 13:54

Yes.  It has something to do with the blood warming machine in common use, worldwide, between specific dates (not sure which, 2012 to 2015, I believe).  Not much to do about it but be aware of symptoms such as fever, night sweats, massive weight loss, etc.  

Permalink Reply by chris gidney on May 1, 2017 at 11:50

Thanks Tim. Interesting. I will keep an eye out for any symptoms!

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