vcr

Rumour about patient posted two days ago - the device wasnt a VentrAssist or from VCR

BRISBANE BTQ7 State Television News

6:15PM AEST Friday, 4 June 2004

News Director: Mr Ross Dagon 07 3369 7777

Reporter: Cathy Weis.

A part time clown awaiting a heart transplant in Brisbane has discovered the power of laughter after being placed on a Ventricular Assist machine.

Grabs(s) of Gavin Brienesse, patient;

Deborah Miles, cardiologist;

Carol Brienesse, mother.

Refers to: Prince Charles Hospital; organ donation

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