Dr. Craig Smith - who is a candidate for a heart transplant?
Dr. Craig Smith - who is a candidate for a heart transplant?
A variety of medications and other treatments can do wonders for a failing heart, but there are times when they're not enough. In this video, cardiothoracic surgeon Craig Smith explains when a heart transplant is the only option.
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