Magnetic resonance scans are used to diagnose a range of disorders, conditions and diseases. MRIs can be used to diagnose certain tumors and cysts, infections, torn ligaments and other injuries, tendonitis, strokes, and much more. Magnetic resonance is used in kidney failure patients to aid in the detection of kidney damage. Contrast agents such as those containing gadolinium are often used because they can help in showing problems brightly. Gadolinium-containing contrast agents are injected into the patient so that the tissue or artery being observed stands out from surrounding tissue. MRI machines are very large and have a tube that the patient goes into. This puts the patient in the middle of a large magnet. The MRI system goes through the patient's body and builds 2D or 3D images.
Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) uses MRI technology in order to aid in the evaluation of blood vessels for problems such as narrowing and aneurysms. It can also help diagnose heart disorders and stroke. In patients with kidney failure, MRA will allow for the evaluation of the rental arteries.
If you or a loved were injected with a gadolinium contrast agent during an MRI or MRA and developed Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis / Nephrogenic Fibrosing Dermotherapy (NSF/NFD), you have legal rights. Kidney failure patients who developed this serious skin disorder should contact our lawyers today for a FREE case review. Please fill out the form on this page and we will contact you about your potential gadolinium case.