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    Bill Causey: 73 Years

    The longest-lived open heart surgery patient tells his story

    In 1952, Bill Causey became one of the first open heart surgery patients in history. Now 73 years later, he shares the untold story of surviving, thriving, and what it means to live a full life with a repaired heart.

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    The 1952 Surgery That Changed Heart Care
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