Gadolinium - Exposure, Side Effects and Lawsuits

Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis, also known as nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy, is one of the most dangers side effects associated with gadolinium. Due to the discovery of this gadolinium side effect, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has asked the responsible manufacturers to place a “black box” warning on all packaging and pertinent literature. The “black box” warning is the sternest government warning next to a full recall.

Gadolinium-based contrast agents are used during some magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) procedures. Doctors use these agents to help locate abnormal pockets of cells or tumors in a patient’s body. When the agent is injected into the bloodstream, it congregates around certain cell clusters so the doctor can easily locate them.

Nephrogenic systemic fibrosis or nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy is a dangerous side effect of gadolinium that is potentially fatal. It can lead to extremely limited mobility since it causes the skin and the joints’ connective tissue to harden. It can also cause major damage to major organs such as the lungs, diaphragm and stomach. This dangerous reaction to gadolinium exposure has placed many patients’ lives at risk. The negligence of the manufacturers and marketers of these drugs should make them accountable for any injury or illness associated with their respective gadolinium products.

A gadolinium lawsuit is a powerful approach for a victim of any gadolinium side effect such as nephrogenic systemic fibrosis / nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy to receive financial compensation from negligent companies. It is extremely important that any potential victim of gadolinium exposure hire an experienced gadolinium lawyer to represent them and their claim. Personal injury cases can be extremely complicated and it is beneficial to work with the most experienced law firm available.

The lawyers at Levin, Simes, Kaiser & Gornick posses a significant amount of trial experience and are committed to providing their clients with excellent legal representation. Laurel Simes became a lawyer to help the working men and women protect their rights should they have been injured or suffered with health issues due to dangerous product exposure. Bill Levin and Jeff Kaiser have years of experience working with some of the nation’s largest companies due to their previous work with a national law firm. And Larry Gornick brings a variety of legal experience to the firm with his significant work dealing with numerous subjects such as product liability, consumer class actions and false advertising.

The total number of individuals affected by gadolinium-based contrast agents is not fully known. If you or someone you know believes to have been exposed to gadolinium, you need to be aware of your legal rights. Contact the offices of Levin, Simes, Kaiser & Gornick at (800) 901-4001 today to learn how you can be protected and if there is any available compensation for your injuries.