Gadolinium Lawyer

Some patients who are on kidney dialysis develop a condition termed nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF).   This condition leads to thickened, rough or hard skin, usually on the arms legs or trunk.  In some cases the condition becomes so sever the limbs can be difficult or even impossible to move.
Recent research has indicated NSF is possibly [...]

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In addition to the warnings/scrutiny provided by, among other agencies, the FDA in the United States towards gadolinium and its potential dangers to patients with kidney problems, officials in other countries are also beginning to warn the public about these same dangers in reaction to the studies and statistics provided by the American [...]

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Although it can be argued that the used of gadolinium as a contrasting agent during a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) would be most beneficial, the side effects of this agent have become a definite health issue.  In fact, the side effects can be fatal.  Such is the case of an Ohio mother who is suing [...]

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For the first time, which was about a year ago, the United States Food and Drug Administration contacted health professionals and the public warning them of the side effects of gadolinium.  Recently, the FDA has gone a step further now requesting that manufacturers of contrast agents that contain gadolinium place warning labels on their boxes.  [...]

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After the study performed by the Danish Medicines Agency in June 2006, the FDA decided to begin warning everyone about the possible connection of gadolinium-based agents and the onset of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis.  Studies are still being conducted to confirm that there is this connection; however, the FDA and GE Healthcare (the manufacturer of a [...]

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