Implantable Infusion Pumps Raise Safety Concerns
What Is An Implantable Infusion Pumps? Implantable infusion pumps are medical devices that are surgically implanted below the skin, normally in the abdominal area. They are designed to deliver medications and fluids within the body. Infusion pumps are connected to an implanted catheter and may be used to treat cancer, chronic pain, … [Read more...] about Implantable Infusion Pumps Raise Safety Concerns
FDA Issues Multiple Warnings Over OTC Asthma Inhaler
Possibly Fatal Over-The-Counter Asthma Drug Inspectors from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released warnings concerning severe risks associated with an over-the-counter (OTC) asthma medication, a skin and hair product, and a mammography clinic. An OTC asthma drug was described as "Possibly Fatal," according … [Read more...] about FDA Issues Multiple Warnings Over OTC Asthma Inhaler
FDA Investigating Potential Health Risks of Brain Deposits of Gadolinium-Based MRI Contrast Agents
Recent studies have shown that gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) used in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) deposit in the brain of some patients who have repeated scans. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating possible health risks of such deposits. Recent publications in the medical literature—including an … [Read more...] about FDA Investigating Potential Health Risks of Brain Deposits of Gadolinium-Based MRI Contrast Agents
Life-threatening Issue Prompts Recall of General Electric MRI Systems
MRI Systems Machine Work GE Masterclass with Baratunde Thurston. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a Class I recall for more than 12,000 General Electric magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems. A potentially life-threatening situation can arise when a part on the imaging device is not connected properly. The … [Read more...] about Life-threatening Issue Prompts Recall of General Electric MRI Systems
Hemodialysis After MRI with Gadolinium May Prevent NSF in Some Kidney Patients
Patients Who Undergo Hemodialysis Following Exposure to Gadolinium During an MRI May Be At Less Risk. A new study indicates that some kidney patients who undergo hemodialysis following exposure to gadolinium contrast dyes during an MRI may be at less risk of developing nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF). The study, conducted by … [Read more...] about Hemodialysis After MRI with Gadolinium May Prevent NSF in Some Kidney Patients
Kidney Patients Risk of Gadolinium MRI NSF Injuries
Gadolinium MRI Procedures Have The Risk Of Developing NSF. Kidney patients need to know that MRI procedures that involve the use of gadolinium contrast dyes could put them at risk of developing Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF). Unfortunately, there are no alternatives for gadolinium contrast dyes available at this time, … [Read more...] about Kidney Patients Risk of Gadolinium MRI NSF Injuries
Gadolinium Used in MRI Linked to Debilitating Disease
Study Links Gadolinium Used In MRI To Debilitating Disease. Another Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) study has tied the debilitating condition to Gadolinium contrast agents used in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). This latest NSF research was conducted by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), which examined a cluster of NSF … [Read more...] about Gadolinium Used in MRI Linked to Debilitating Disease
Gadolinium MRI Contrast Dye Link to NSF
Gadolinium MRI Contrast Dye Link to NSF. NSF (Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis), sometimes called NFD (Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy) is a rare disease that so far has affected only people with pre-existing kidney problems. In 2006, researchers discovered a direct association between NSF and the use of Gadolinium MRI … [Read more...] about Gadolinium MRI Contrast Dye Link to NSF
MRI Contrast Agents Put Kidney Patients at Risk
MRI Contrast Agents have been Implicated in NSF/NSD. Gadolinium based MRI contrast agents have been implicated in at least 1,000 cases of a debilitating disorder called Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis/ Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy (NSF/NSD) around the world. This horrible disease causes a buildup of collagen in … [Read more...] about MRI Contrast Agents Put Kidney Patients at Risk
Gadolinium MRI Contrast Agents Linked to NSF
Gadolinium MRI Contrast Agents Injury Lawsuits. Gadolinium based MRI contrast agents and Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis/ Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy (NSF/NFD) have been linked in yet another study. This time, researchers in Scotland have confirmed that gadolinium based contrast agents used in MRI’s are strongly associated with … [Read more...] about Gadolinium MRI Contrast Agents Linked to NSF
Gadolinium Contrast Used in MRI / MRA Can Cause NSF & NFD
Gadolinium Contrast Can Have A Toxic Effect. Gadolinium contrast agents have long been used in Magnetic Resonance Imagining (MRI) to enhance the quality of images. But in some patients, Gadolinium can have a toxic affect, causing a condition known of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF) Gadolinium contrast agents are injected into … [Read more...] about Gadolinium Contrast Used in MRI / MRA Can Cause NSF & NFD
