GE Healthcare drops gadolinium libel suit against British scientist

by Administrator 23. February 2010 01:48

GE Healthcare dropped a libel action against a scientist who was critical of the firm's drug containing gadolinium. In 2007, the scientist claimed that the use of Omniscan could lead to negative side effects, including serious damage to a patient's kidneys. 

As a result of filing the libel suit, GE Healthcare was criticized for trying to stifle free speech. The scientist apparently made the claim based on his own medical expertise. 

If you or anyone you know has experienced negative side effects due to gadolinium, contact the gadolinium attorneys of Williams Khekher at 800-761-3187.

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Are other uses of gadolinium dangerous?

by Administrator 16. February 2010 05:01

While gadolinium is commonly used as a contrast agent for medical resonance imaging scans, it also has a variety of alternative uses. Some common uses include the use of gadolinium componds in memory chips for computers. 

Gadolinium is also used as part of an alloy with chromium and iron. The alloy is often used in metalworking because of its high resistance to high temperatures and oxidation. 

If you have experienced negative side effects due to gadolinium exposure, contact the gadolinium lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187.

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What is the difference between an MRA and MRI?

by Administrator 12. February 2010 07:05

While MRIs and MRAs use similar techniques and equipment, they are used to scan different parts of the body. Magnetic Resonance Images are typically used to provide images of the body's soft tissues.

Magnetic resonance angiography, on the other hand, is used to study blood vessels. It aids doctors in diagnosing strokes, heart disorders, and vascular diseases.  

If you or anyone you know has suffered negative side effects from MRIs, contact the gadolinium lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187.

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Should you use contrast agents if you have kidney problems?

by Administrator 5. February 2010 07:31

People with kidney problems may be advised against using gadolinium-based contrast agents when they under MRIs. Whille these contrast agents enhance the scans and improve diagnoses, they also pose a risk to people with kidney problems. 

According to some reports, people with kidney problems have experienced kidney failure as a result of gadolinium-based contrast agents. However, MRIs without gadolinium-based contrast agents are generally not harmful to people with kidney problems. 

If you or anyone you know has experienced kidney problems due to exposure to gadolinium, contact the gadolinium lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 800-761-3187.

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Should you use contrast agents if you have kidney problems?

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People with kidney problems may be advised against using gadolinium-based contrast agents when they under MRIs. Whille these contrast agents enhance the scans and improve diagnoses, they also pose a risk to people with kidney problems. 

According to some reports, people with kidney problems have experienced kidney failure as a result of gadolinium-based contrast agents. However, MRIs without gadolinium-based contrast agents are generally not harmful to people with kidney problems. 

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