Gadolinium-based MRI dyes have been linked to a rare disease known as nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF) in patients suffering from kidney disease or related insufficiencies. The disease was only first discovered in 1997, and those who develop the disease face an uncertain prognosis because there is not yet a consistently successful treatment. According to the Food and Drug Administration, some patients have died from complications of NSF.
Makers of defective products deserve to be held accountable for the harm their products cause. By contacting an attorney, individuals with NSF may be able to hold the makers of gadolinium-based contrast agents responsible for their financial losses and emotional suffering. In cases where NSF results in death, family of the victim may be able to pursue damages on their loved one’s behalf. Recoverable damages often include:
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with NSF, our attorneys can evaluate your case to determine if there is a link to a gadolinium-based contrast agent. Once a link is established, a gadolinium attorney can:
Being diagnosed with a disease that could have been prevented is devastating. The uncertainty of receiving effective treatment, the financial burden, and the emotional costs alone are overwhelming. Let us help you seek justice. Contact us today to arrange a complimentary consultation with an attorney who can answer your questions and help you understand the legal remedies available to you.
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