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Williams Kherkher - Gadolinium Lawyers Providing Information

If you're thinking of contacting a gadolinium lawyer due to injuries you may have suffered as a result of having it injected into your system, you may be feeling a bit overwhelmed with all of the technical knowledge that a situation like this requires both in the medical and in the legal sense. As a result, many people with otherwise-valid claims may not contact the gadolinium lawyers at Williams Kherkher simply because they do not feel comfortable discussing such a technical issue.

Therefore, our gadolinium lawyers would like to provide you with answers to some of the common questions we've encountered over the years so that you do feel reassured that contacting our gadolinium lawyers is worth a few minutes of your time.

What is gadolinium?
Gadolinium is a substance that serves as a contrasting agent in MRI's and MRA's that allows doctors to more easily see a patient's internal organs and tissue and differentiate it more quickly from the blood vessels. This makes a diagnosis easier and sometimes more accurate.

How is gadolinium administered?
Generally, gadolinium is injected into the patient's circulatory system. In patients with normally-functioning kidneys, the substance is expelled from the body quickly, creating no damage or risks.

How has gadolinium caused problems?
Gadolinium has been linked to serious health problems in patients with kidney problems. The reason is that these patients are unable to expel this substance from their system, and prolonged exposure to gadolinium can lead to a condition known as Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF), which is also known as Nephrogrenic Fibrosing Dermopathy (NFD). This condition leads to severely restricted joint movement, possible confinement to a wheelchair and even death.

What are my rights if I've been injured by gadolinium?
Although no two situations are exactly alike, it is generally a safe assumption to assume that you do have rights to assert and protect. The best way to find out is to contact the gadolinium lawyers at Williams Kherkher for a free initial consultation, as our team will be able to explain the rights available to you in relation to your individual situation. Contact the firm today.