Second annual conference on NSF/NFD and MRI contrast agents
On May 10, 2008 in New Haven, CT, Yale University will host the Second Annual Scientific Synposium on Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF/NFD) and MR Gadolinium-based contrast agents. The conference will present the latest developments regarding the serious and debilitating condition which has been associated with the use of MRI contrast agents when given to individuals with impaired kidney function.
>>INFORMATION: NSF/NFD and MRI Contrast Agents
Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF), which was originally known as Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermopathy (NFD), is a devastating condition which leads to the development of areas of skin which are thick and hard, resulting in extreme pain and restrictions on mobility. There is no consistently successful treatment for NSF/NFD and many doctors remain unaware of the problems which can develop for kidney patients after they receive an MRI with contrast.
>>INFORMATION: Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Symptoms
The NSF/NFD conference will address the latest developments regarding the rare condition, including disease mechanisms, risk reduction and clinical treatment approaches. The multi-disciplinary conference will include experts from many fields, including Dermatology, Dermatopathology, Diagnostic Radiology, Nephrology and Rheumatology from Yale as well as other institutions.
A lot of new information has been discovered in the short period of time since the connection was established between Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis and MRI contrast agents. Last spring, Yale held the First Symposium on NSF and MRI Contrast Agents, drawing attention in the medical field to this critical health concern. As more research is conducted and information is shared among researchers and physicians, better efforts can be made to prevent and treat this potentially fatal condition.
MRI LAWSUITS FOR INDIVIDUALS DIAGNOSED WITH NSF/NFD
The lawyers at Saiontz & Kirk, P.A. represent individuals throughout the United States diagnosed with Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis (NSF/NFD) who are pursuing an MRI lawsuit to obtain compensation for their injuries. If you, a friend or family member have been diagnosed with NSF or NFD, or have suffered any of the symptoms of hard and thick skin after receiving an MRI with contrast, request a free consultation and claim evaluation.
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Gary says:
HI THERE I AM A PERSON WHO HAS HAD A BUNCH OF MRI’S,CT.SCAN nd a whole lot of problems keep adding up.right now they can not give me a reason wy i have so many problems
Posted on February 25, 2008 at 12:18 pm
linda says:
Hi I also had a bunch of MRI’S,CT,SCAN, a lot of problems too.I had been seen my plenty of doctors and they had gave me all different reasons,why I have problems that really they did not know.
Posted on March 7, 2008 at 11:24 pm
bookie says:
you should be in end stage renal failure (stage 3 or 4) to constitute any possibility of developing nsf/nfd. How do you know if you are? YOu are already on renal dialysis – then you may possibly develop nsf but still highly unlikely. Check with the fda regarding said matter
Posted on April 16, 2008 at 2:51 pm
Mark says:
I am glad to see this posting. I have had 5 MRI with contrast over the last 2 years. I started having problems last year with very stiff painful joints. It is hard to describe. It hurt to sit down, to stand up, to move my arms or my legs. I felt like my body was hit by a truck. The severity of the pain eventually got better, but I now feel like my joints are just stiff. I recently have developed a skin problem with little hard bumps appearing all over my body. They itched like the dickens. The doctors put me on steroids which seemed to help for awhile. But they are coming back again. The other problem that I have seen is my skin is starting to look more like that of an older man, I am 45. When I get a cut, instead of healing right away, it takes forever to heal and I am left with a large purple scar. I had my blood sugar checked for diabetes, but it came back normal.
How do I know if I am getting a proper diagnosis from a doctor if I am in fact affected directly by the contrast dye.?
Posted on January 14, 2009 at 1:59 pm
Phyllis says:
Can anyone tell me where I can find a doctoe that is familiar with this problem? I live in Nevada but my small town doctors seem vague about it. I have all of the symtoms and they are getting worse.
Posted on April 6, 2009 at 12:32 am