Written question asked by Austin Mitchell (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 November 1989. It was answered by Lord Freeman (Conservative) on Thursday, 30 November 1989 on behalf of the Department of Health.

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Written question

Question

When class I recall, issued in USA on Edwards-Duromedics heart valve, reached DH; what action was taken as a result; & when & what warnings were issued to general practitioners about hazards of valve.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

162 c415W;162 c412-3W

Session

1989-90

Subjects

Codes of practice Consumers Heart diseases Imports Medical treatments Protection Medical devices USA