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GADOLINIUM *** Attention Gadolinium Patients *** If you have been seriously harmed by Gadolinium, or if you have a loved one who was seriously harmed or died from the effects of Gadolinium, contact us immediately for a FREE potential case evaluation. Both of the above have been attributed to the effects of Gadolinium. We have Gadolinium attorneys who are ready to speak with you and/or your loved ones right now. You or your loved ones may be entitled to compensation for injuries incurred. We take all cases on a strictly contingency fee basis. This means that you do not pay for our services unless you specifically receive an award/compensation. Do not Delay! If you wait, both your rights and your compensation may be lost forever. WHAT IS GADOLINIUM AND HOW AND WHY IS IT USED? Gadolinium is what is known as a “paramagnetic metal ion.” Gadolinium is used in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Gadolinium helps to present clearer and more delineated imagery of the patient's organs and bodily tissue. Gadolinium is also utilized in Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA), which is designed to seek out heart problems, diseases of the vascular system, and evidence of stroke. Gadolinium has been given approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use with MRI as a contrast-agent to help provide a clearer picture of body organs and tissues. The use of a gadolinium-containing contrast agent to enhance MRA is not currently approved by the FDA, however. ARE THERE ANY POSSIBLE HEALTH RELATED RISKS? Data contained in a May 2006 press-release issued by the Danish Medicines Agency (DMA), as well as information cited in a January 2006 report that was published in the Nephrology, Dialysis and Transplantation journal, described the experiences of patients affected by renal failure who subsequently went on to develop a rare - but possibly life-threatening - condition known as Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis/Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy (NSF/NFD). The DMA’s major concern was that all of the patients at issue had undergone a gadolinium-enhanced MRA procedure barely a few weeks, to a few months, prior to developing NSF/NSD. The FDA stated that the first example of NSF/NFD surfaced in 1997, and manifested in patients specifically suffering from advanced kidney-failure. It causes fibrosis of the skin and the connective tissues – which essentially means that the patient's skin becomes thicker - and which has the effect of restricting the patient from being able to bend and/or extend their joints. A severe lack of mobility may be the result. In addition, reports on NSF/NFD state that it has manifested in other, additional areas of the body in certain patients, including in the diaphragm, and in the vessels of the lungs. This is a progressive condition, and it can prove to be fatal. While improving renal function does at least seem to slow down the advancment of NSF/NFD - and in certain cases may possibly result in an actual reversal of the condition - there is currently no consistent and successful treatment for NSF/NFD. WHAT ARE THE SPECIFIC POTENTIAL HEALTH RISKS? The most serious risks that may be caused by Gadolinium include: If you have experienced any of these side effects from Gadolinium, or if you have a loved one who has suffered as a result of exposure to Gadolinium, or who has died from its effects, you may have a claim for legal compensation. Contact the Mulligan Law Firm for superior legal representation. For more information on Gadolinium, see the following links: In all personal injury cases, it is extremely important that measures be taken promptly to preserve evidence, to investigate the case in question, and to enable physicians, lawyers, or other expert witnesses to thoroughly evaluate any injuries. If you or a loved one or friend is injured and may have a potential legal claim, call The Mulligan Law Firm now at 1-866-LAW-0001 (Extension 245). The initial consultation is FREE of charge, and if we agree to accept your case, we will work on a contingent fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if there is a monetary award or recovery of funds. You may have a valid claim and be entitled to compensation for your injuries, but a lawsuit must be filed before the statute of limitations expires. Do not delay! If you delay, and the statute of limitations time period expires, you may lose all your rights to file any claim for compensation of any kind. If you are not sure or need additional help, please fill out our form on this website or call us for help at 1-866-LAW-0001 (1-866-529-0001) (Extension 245) or email us at
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