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The hastings file: A search for solutions (Frank and the Artificial Heart Programme)

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Norman, J.C. The hastings file: A search for solutions (Frank and the Artificial Heart Programme). Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 4, 52–67 (1985). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02664086

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