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Old March 11, 2008, 04:28 PM
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Default Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis

Omniscan, and other gadolinium contrast dyes used in MRI procedures have been linked to the onset of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis when they are administered to people with pre-existing kidney disease. People with kidney problems should speak with a health practitioner if they are going to undergo and MRI. More information on this important topic can be found here:

http://www.yourlawyer.com/topics/ove...can_gadolinium
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