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Researchers from Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington D.C. recently published an article in the journal Nature Medicine on the potential link between Alzheimer's disease and those who have previously suffered from a traumatic brain injury.

According to a Reuter's news report on the study, Alzheimer's disease is "associated with accumulations of an abnormal protein, amyloid beta, in the brain. Traumatic brain injury triggers accumulation of enzymes required for production of amyloid-beta."

However, individuals who suffer from traumatic brain injuries can still find hope in this newly appointed research as scientists may have found a way to decrease the effects of brain damage by "blocking the enzymes in the biochemical pathway reducing the effects of long-term Alzheimer's disease damage," according to Reuters.

Traumatic Brain Injury Risks

Approximately 5 million Americans are currently living with a traumatic brain injury; each year there is an additional 1 million U.S. citizens who suffer from a TBI incident. There are many causes behind a traumatic brain injury, including:

* violence
* transportation accidents
* construction
* sports
* falls
* struck by an object
* improvised explosive devices (IEDs)

Symptoms often associated with a traumatic brain injury depend upon the severity of an injury, which can range from mild to moderate to severe. However, common side effects include the following:

* headache
* vomiting
* nausea
* lack of motor coordination
* dizziness
* difficulty balancing
* lightheadedness
* blurred vision
* tired eyes
* ringing in the ears
* bad taste in the mouth
* fatigue
* lethargy
* changes in sleep patterns
* cognitive changes
* behavioral changes
* confusion
* memory difficulties
* concentration problems
* difficulties thinking and remaining attentive
* weakness or numbness in limbs
* dilation of one or both pupils
* agitation

Living With TBI

TBI is often a very debilitating condition that may require large amounts of physical therapy and treatment options as well as require thousands of dollars in medical costs, which is why it is common for many brain injury patients to discuss a TBI lawsuit with an experienced personal injury attorney.

By contacting a brain injury lawyer, a patient is increasing their chances of receiving monetary funds as a compensation for the damages endured because of a brain injury incident. Additionally, a TBI lawsuit may also result in the reimbursement of expensive medical bills as well as open the door for patients to receive costly medical care that they may have otherwise been able to afford or receive.

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Peter Kent is the best selling author of 50 books, numerous magazine and print articles, as well as articles published online. He manages http://legalview.info which hosts a variety of legal and injury-related resources, including TBI.

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The Wall Street Journal recently uncovered a series of mistakes made by an individual who was hired to conduct clinical trials from 2000 to 2006 for patients receiving Avandia, the type 2 diabetes drug. According to reports from both the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Wall Street Journal, "Manuel J. Quinones of Redondo Beach, Calif., failed to ensure the trial had a safety board meant to protect the rights, welfare and safety of humans involved in the study."

Quinones allegedly began the trial without receiving approval from the International Review Board, an organization that acts as a safety net for human beings involved in clinical trials. Additionally, Quinones allegedly did not keep "adequate and accurate case histories of patients," according to the Wall Street Journal.

What is Avandia?

Avandia is a type 2 diabetes drug manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline. It was first approved for market on May 25, 1999 and is part of a group of drugs known as thiazolidinediones, which are oral medications. Avandia (rosiglitazone) works by regulating an individual's glucose levels and naturally providing more or less insulin within the body rather than requiring a patient to inject insulin into their body when levels become high or low.

Avandia is not for individuals suffering from type 1 diabetes, and can potentially cause the following side effects:

* weight gain
* cough
* cold
* headache
* inflammation of the sinuses
* back pain
* swelling
* fluid retention
* increased incidence of bone fractures
* increased risk of cardiac arrest

Avandia Dangers

Patients who consume Avandia have recently been confronted with a number of warnings regarding the drug's safety and potential harmful side effects. For example, a study in The New England Journal of Medicine from 2007, found that individuals who were consuming Avandia were 43 percent more likely to suffer from a heart attack than individuals who did not consume the drug.

Additionally, a study from Swiss researchers recently uncovered a strong link between the consumption of Avandia and the onset of osteoporosis among patients, especially women. The study utilized medical records from approximately 1,000 diabetic patients who may have been diagnosed with bone fractures during the time period of 1994 and 2005. The records allegedly showed that individuals were more likely to suffer from bone fractures caused by the onset of osteoporosis while consuming Avandia.

Patients who have consumed Avandia are urged to discuss the medication with their physician and may require the discontinuation of the drug. Additionally, it may be necessary for an Avandia patient to contact a pharmaceutical attorney regarding the development of an Avandia class action lawsuit. Development of such a lawsuit could result in monetary compensation for an individual who has suffered from the dangerous Avandia side effects.

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Peter Kent is the best selling author of 50 books, numerous magazine and print articles, as well as articles published online. He manages http://legalview.info which hosts a variety of legal and injury-related resources, including Avandia.

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Scientists have developed a new method of administering a mild electrical current to improve motor skills in a traumatic brain injury victim.

The newly discovered method of treatment was published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The study followed subjects who had suffered from stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI) and placed victims in a duration of tests including squeezing a joy stick during a computerized targeting game.

The subjects were divided into two groups; one group received the real electrical current, a method known as the transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), while the other group received only a mock simulation of tDCS. The first group that received the real tDCS therapy was found to have " improved significantly more than that of the control group," according to news reports on the study.

What is Traumatic Brain Injury?

According to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC), which is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a traumatic brain injury occurs after a "blow or jolt to the head or penetrating head injury" occurs, disrupting the regular functions of the brain.

There are many stages of TBI, some severe or fatal whereas others go untreated and are considered mild. While not all TBI incidences are the same, it is important for TBI victims to receive a once-over by an emergency medical technician (EMT), physician or experienced neurologist to ensure that a potential brain injury does not worsen over time.

The CDC reports that if an individual is involved in an incident, but are unsure if they suffer from TBI, that they should try to recount whether or not they have been victim to any of the following brain injury signs and symptoms:

* headache
* continued neck pain
* difficulty remembering/concentrating
* slowness in actions/thoughts
* easily confused
* feelings of sleepiness/exhaustion
* dizziness
* blurred vision
* sensitivity to light
* loss of sense of smell/taste
* ringing in the ears
* nausea
* mood changes
* sleep pattern changes/disruptions

Seeking Assistance

It is common for a traumatic brain injury patient to feel stress and isolation after such an incident occurs. However, it is essential that a TBI victim receive the appropriate diagnosis and treatment for their condition, which is vital to their improvement and success in overcoming such an injury.

Additionally, brain injured victims may find it necessary to locate an experienced brain injury lawyer who can offer details into the victim’s unique traumatic brain injury case. Many victims are eligible for the development of a TBI lawsuit based on the injuries undergone as well as the side effects that can occur among an individual, such as job loss and onset of disabilities.

Such an injury and the after effects of a TBI incident may result in huge financial tolls on a victim, their family and friends, which is why creating a traumatic brain injury lawsuit is a possibility to consider as monetary funds may be compensated to a victim for the loss and difficulty endured.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including TBI.

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Researchers at the University of Arizona's Aphasia Research Project have developed new writing and reading therapies to assist patients in recovering from their traumatic brain injury (TBI) conditions, including aphasia, which often effects the communication and understanding portion of the brain.

According to news reports, the university is using a collective $1.5 million grant from the National Institute on Deafness and other Communications and the National Institutes of Health to assist patients in recovering from communications disorders that involve more than just language. "Aphasia rehabilitation is typically directed toward the improvement of spoken language, but reading and spelling are also affected," according to reports from the Aphasia Research Project and the university.

Additionally, the university reported that so far, 50 adults who have aphasia have participated in the program while nearly 30 with TBI-related behavioral issues have also "improved their written language capabilities" by participating in the therapy treatments from the project.

Developing Aphasia

The National Institutes on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD) reports that aphasia is a condition "that results from damage to portions of the brain that are responsible for language," which occurs on the left hemisphere of the brain. The condition is usually the result of a traumatic brain injury or stroke, however, it can be caused by the slow development of a brain tumor, brain injection or as a result of dementia.

Nearly anyone can develop aphasia and the National Aphasia Association (NAA) reports that "approximately 80,000 individuals acquire aphasia each year and about one million people in the United States currently have aphasia."

While some individuals are lucky enough to recover from aphasia without treatment, this is not common among most victims, who will require therapy treatments that may last several years in order to regain the speech-language or other side effects caused by brain injury-induced aphasia.

Additional TBI Conditions

There are an array of traumatic brain injury conditions that can occur as a result of such an incidence including the following, according to the Mayo Clinic.

* seizures
* infections
* nerve damage
* cognitive disabilities such as thinking, reasoning, problem solving
* memory and information processing disorders
* judgement, attention and multitasking skills
* language difficulties, such as aphasia
* personality changes
* sensory problems
* post-concussion syndrome
* Alzheimer's disease
* Parkinson's disease
* coma
* death

Because involvement in a traumatic brain injury can cause severe complications, it is advisable for a TBI patient, as well as friends and family, to seek legal counsel from an experienced traumatic brain injury attorney. By contacting a lawyer, he or she will likely be able to provide a free legal consultation on a potential traumatic brain injury lawsuit, which could result in the award of monetary compensation for injuries endured by a victim.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including TBI.

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A new treatment method for Barrett's esophagus, which is a "precancerous condition largely caused by acid reflux disease" among patients is being tested at the Loyola University in Maywood, Ill. The treatment, known as cryospray ablation, permanently destroys esophageal precancerous cells and tissues by injecting extremely cold temperatures of liquid nitrogen into the body, according to a Nurse.com news article, which features medical information online for nurses and physicians assistants.

The treatment allegedly causes "the precancerous tissue to eventually slough off and is then replaced with normal, healthy tissue," reported Nurse.com. The treatment uses a catheter attached to an endoscope, which then sprays -270 degree Fahrenheit liquid nitrogen into the esophagus. According to the

What is Liquid Nitrogen?

Liquid nitrogen is an "inert, colorless, odorless, non-corrosive, noninflammable and extremely cold chemical that makes up the major portion of the atmosphere," according to Harvard College. The health effects of liquid nitrogen are often non-toxic, however asphyxiation can occur if oxygen is decreased and if excessive amounts of nitrogen are inhaled, it can cause the following side effects:

* dizziness
* nausea
* vomiting
* loss of consciousness
* death

Cryospray Ablation Uses

The University of Maryland Medical Center describes cryospray ablation, also cryotherapy ablation as a destruction of "the abnormal lining of the esophagus by exposing cells to extreme cold using liquid nitrogen... Successful cryotherapy ablation will avoid the need for alternative treatments such as surgery."

Those who qualify for this treatment will likely suffer from the following conditions:

* early stage esophageal cancer
* Barrett's esophagus
* severe squamous dysplasia of the esophagus

The procedure has found success in its niche of conditions, but often requires a plethora of pre-procedure steps and may also require additional repeat procedures over the following months to ensure the esophageal lining returns to normal. Most patients will require three to four treatments, which each will span every four to six weeks, according to the UMM.

Developing Esophageal Cancer

The American Cancer Society (ACS) explains that "if untreated, Barrett's esophagus could lead to esophageal cancer, the fastest-growing cancer in the United States." Esophageal cancer is a tremendously painful condition, which is responsible for the following side effects on a victim, according to the National Library of Medicine and ACS.

* Difficulty swallowing, also known as dysphagia
* mid-chest pains
* sensation of pressure or burning in body
* weight loss
* hoarseness
* hiccups
* pneumonia
* high blood calcium levels
* black stools caused by bleeding cancerous cells


There are several causes related to the development of esophageal cancer including smoking, heavy alcohol consumption as well at acid reflux damage; however, there is also a newer cause associated with the onset of this condition and that includes the consumption of Fosamax.

Fosamax (sodium alendronate), from Merck and Company, is a prescription only drug used to treat osteoporosis among individuals, particularly post-menopausal women who have suffered from severe bone density loss.

Recently, the New England Journal of Medicine reported on a damaging and terrifying study that individuals who had consumed the drug had been found to not only be at risk for developing dead jaw syndrome, also known as osteonecrosis (ONJ), but that approximately 23 individuals had developed esophageal cancer as a result of consuming the drug.

Patients who are currently taking Fosamax or have previously been prescribed the drug may need to contact medical assistance to ensure they are not suffering from any of the Fosamax side effects. Additionally, it may be necessary to construct a Fosamax class action lawsuit in order to retrieve monetary funds as compensation for the potential damages endured by a Fosamax victim.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including Fosamax.

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Recent research coming out of the National Anemia Action Council (NAAC) has found that the common practice of administering blood transfusion to traumatic brain injury patients may actually be increasing the risk of mortality as well as "composite complication including multi-organ failure."

The results of a seven-year study found that 46 percent of the 1,150 traumatic brain injury patients in the study were anemic at some point during their first week of admission to a hospital following their injury. The anemic group was said to have increased complications compared to non-anemic patients and of the "anemic group, 76 percent received blood transfusions during their first week and the transfusion in this group was associated with more complications and a higher mortality rate than patients who were not transfused."

According to the study’s results, the scientists recommended that "both anemia and transfusion should be assessed together in TBI patients since in some subgroups the risk of anemia may overshadow that of transfusion," according to an article published in a Jan. 7 issue of PubMed.

Blood Transfusion Uncovered

Blood transfusion is considered a safe and life saving procedure in which "blood is given to you through an intravenous (IV) line in one of your blood vessels and blood transfusions are conducted to replace blood lost during surgery or a serious injury," according to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute.

Although there are no man-made alternatives to blood, there are several alternatives to blood transfusions such as medications including the following, according to the American Cancer Society:

* erythropoietin
* collect and reuse of blood, also known as intra-operative or post-operative
* blood substitutes
* growth factors, including the production of substances known as hematopoietic or blood forming growth factors, which produce extra blood naturally within the body
* volume expanders

Overcoming TBI

Individuals who suffer from a traumatic brain injury incident may be able to garner a free legal consultation from an experienced personal injury attorney that can provide details surrounding a TBI lawsuit.

Due to the often expensive and experimental treatments associated with a traumatic brain injury diagnosis it may be a necessary step to develop a traumatic brain injury lawsuit and speaking to a law firm specializing in this practice could provide such an opportunity as well as details to construct litigation.

Learn more about developing a traumatic brain injury lawsuit by visiting the LegalView information portal at http://brain-injury.legalview.info and obtaining professional advice from an experienced TBI lawyer.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including TBI.

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Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia have reported that surgery to remove the esophagus among esophageal cancer patients is being underused and may be costing patients dearly.

According to the study conducted by the researchers, only 34 percent of approximately 2,386 patients who were diagnosed with esophageal cancer from 1997 to 2002 received surgery. Patients that received surgery had a longer survival rate compared to patients who did not receive a surgical procedure.

The article, which was published in the Archives of Surgery in December 2008 also reported that "roughly 37 percent of white patients with early cancer of the esophagus were treated surgically compared with just 19 percent of their non-white counterparts." The study concluded that esophageal cancer patients must receive more surgical treatments to better increase their chances of survival.

Cancer of the Esophagus

Esophageal cancer is considered a very severe form of cancer that is four times more likely to affect men than women and "African Americans are twice as likely as Caucasians to have this cancer," according to the University of California in Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine.

The cancer affects the "10-inch long tube that connects your throat and the stomach," according to the Mayo Clinic. There are several common signs and symptoms of esophageal cancer including the following:

* difficulty swallowing
* unintentional weight loss
* pain in throat
* pain in midchest
* pain in between shoulders
* hoarseness
* hiccups
* vomiting blood

Developing Esophageal Cancer

There are many risk factors associated with the development of esophageal cancer including the following, as reported by the Mayo Clinic:

* An individual's age -- those between the ages of 55 and 70 are at an increased risk.
* A patient's sex is a large factor as men are more commonly affected compared to women.
* Race affects an individuals risk ‘especially squamous cell esophageal cancer,' which is more common among African Americans.
* Individuals who eat fruits and vegetables are more likely to be at less of a risk for developing the condition than those who consume a poor diet.
* Exposure to radiation therapy and treatments can increase risk.
* Occupational exposure to toxins including dry cleaning solvents, silica dust, sandstone and granite.
* Some evidence has found that individuals who drink hot liquids frequently may be at an increased risk for developing squamous cell esophageal cancer.

Additionally, a new and unintended risk for developing esophageal cancer exists among Fosamax patients who have consumed the osteoporosis drug. Fosamax is commonly prescribed to individuals who have suffered from bone density loss and osteoporosis such as postmenopausal women. However, in January, the drug was found by The New England Journal of Medicine to have caused nearly 23 cases of esophageal cancer since its commercial release in 1995 from Merck and Company.

Fosamax has also been associated with the development of osteonecrosis (ONJ) of the jaw, according to another study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. Because of the Fosamax side effects it may be necessary for a Fosamax patient to discuss their drug consumption with a medical professional. It may also be necessary to contact a pharmaceutical attorney to receive a free legal consultation on the potential development of a Fosamax class action lawsuit.

Development of Fosamax litigation may increase the potential for obtaining monetary compensation for a victim of the drug's risks. Receiving monetary funds as compensation could assist a victim in paying for medical bills associated with the dangers of Fosamax.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including Fosamax.

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Medical professionals recently began administering a new method of therapeutic hypothermia to cardiac arrest patients and found that the method was successful compared to previous statistics, which included "only 10 to 15 percent [of cardiac arrest patients] recover without brain damage," according to news reports.

The therapy has been used since the late 1950's "but was subsequently abandoned because of uncertain benefit and difficulties with its use," according to a 2003 report on the therapy from the American Heart Association (AHA). Currently, the state of New York is attempting to bring the therapy to all hospitals within the state, but the implementation of the therapy is being met with some hostility due to costs and lack of medical equipment at smaller hospitals based in poorer areas of the state.

Cooling Treatment for Cardiac Patients

According to The New York Times, therapeutic hypothermia is "believed to reduce the chances of brain damage and increase the chances of survival, even if it means bypassing the emergency rooms," however, "only those cardiac arrest patients revived enough to show a pulse and whose heart problems are not associated with some other trauma are eligible for the cooling treatment."

Studies from both the American Heart Association and The New England Journal of Medicine have boasted the therapies' usefulness finding "55 percent of the patients who received the cooling treatment ended up with moderate or no brain damage, compared with 39 percent who received standard treatment."

Heart Failure Causes

There are an array of heart failure causes including the following, according to the American Heart Association:

* coronary artery disease
* past heart attacks
* high blood pressure
* abnormal heart valves
* heart muscle disease
* inflammation
* congenital heart disease
* severe lung disease
* diabetes
* severe anemia
* hyperthyroidism
* arrhythmia/dysrhythmia

Additionally, there is a unique and unintended side effect associated with the consumption of a type 2 diabetes drug, Avandia, which has been found to increase the risk of heart failure and heart damage among patients.

The discovery of Avandia (rosiglitazone) as a heart failure contributor was first demonstrated in a New England of Journal article in 2007. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also issued a health public safety advisory on the drug's side effects, which also includes the onset of a early osteoporosis among patients and the increased risk of bone loss among women patients.

To learn more about the Avandia dangers it may be necessary to locate a medical professional as well as to contact an experienced pharmaceutical attorney who can offer a free legal consultation as to the potential development of an Avandia class action lawsuit, which may increase the chances for earning monetary compensation to pay for the damages endured by the Avandia side effects.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including Avandia.

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The recent Delta Enterprise Inc. recall of faulty cribs and infant deaths related to the cribs has induced a rash of panic and worry among many parents of newborn babies.

The recall is expected to affect millions of families and included a recall of 1.6 million potentially faulty cribs, according to a Chicago Tribune special investigation. While the 1.6 million cribs recalled are no longer available for purchase, the Chicago Tribune reported that many cribs are often reused and the cribs affected may have been resold online. The faulty cribs were produced from 1995 to 2007 from Delta, which has been deemed the largest distributor of cribs worldwide.

Although the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Delta noted that the recall stemmed from the deaths of two infants who were asphyxiated following the malfunction of the drop side of the crib, on a closer investigation by the Chicago Tribune, the company had an alleged lengthy history of crib malfunctions.

Crib Safety Tips

The dangers associated with faulty cribs can be avoided or reduced, according to the CPSC, by abiding by the following list of crib safety tips:

* Place infants on their backs and ensure that the crib is fitted with a tight-fitting mattress.
* Avoid placing pillows, comforters, sheepskins, bumper pads, pillow- like stuffed toys and blankets inside of the crib.
* Consider replacing blankets with sleepers.
* Place a tucked in blanket as well as baby’s feet at foot of bed and do not place blanket higher than infant’s chest.
* Ensure that a fitted sheet covering the mattress is for crib use only.

Additionally, the American Academy of Pediatricians (AAP) also advised that parents use a set of standards when choosing a crib for their infant. The AAP developed the following list to assist parents in choosing the safest crib for their child.

* Ensure a Juvenile Product Manufacturers Association (JPMA) certification accompanies the crib.
* Slats should not be widely spaced, no more than 2 and 3/8 inches.
* Wooden cribs should be splinter free and parts/joints must fit tightly.
* Crib surfaces should contain lead-free paint and surfaces should be smooth with no cracks or peeling paint.
* Avoid decorative cutouts on the end panels.
* Corner posts should either be very tall or flush with the end panels.
* Raised crib sides should be 26 inches above the mattress support and lowered crib sides should be at least 9 inches above the mattress support.
* The mattress should be the same size as a crib in order to avoid trapped limbs or body parts.
* There should be a hand-operated, locking drop side that does not unintentionally release.

Dangerous Cribs

Individuals who have been a victim of a dangerous crib recall or crib defect are encouraged to locate a personal injury attorney in order to receive a free legal consultation on the potential development of a crib recall lawsuit. Because of the severity of dangers and damage that can occur, it may be necessary to develop a crib recall lawsuit in order to obtain the monetary means to pay for damages incurred by a victim and their family.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including Delta Crib Recall.

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The University of Pittsburg Cancer Institute (UMCI) recently conducted a study in which researchers found that the combination of chemotherapy, biotherapy and radiotherapy on pancreatic cancer patients prior to surgery was beneficial, according to a Science Daily news article.

The study followed approximately 14 patients who had “potentially operable tumors” and all of the patients were to undergo the combination of treatments before having undergone surgery. Following the implementation of the “ treatment regime” approximately 10 were able to have surgery and the “ incidence of serious adverse events following surgery was not increased in these patients, and several demonstrated significant shrinkage of their tumors before surgery,” according to the news article.

The study provides significant proof that of by implementing all three therapies, patients that have developed pancreatic cancer may be able to rid their bodies of the deadly and tumor-induced condition.

What is Pancreatic Cancer?

According to the National Library of Medicine (NLM), which is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), pancreatic cancer is “the fourth-leading cause of cancer death in the United States.” The NLM reported that the risk factors for this condition include:

* smoking
* diabetes
* chronic pancreatitis
* hereditary/family conditions/disorders

In addition to these risk factors, there is another, less common cause of the development of pancreatic cancer, which includes the consumption of a prescription drug known as Byetta. The drug Byetta (exenatide) is used to treat type 2 diabetes among adults and is administered through a twice-a-day injection.

The drug became available for market use in April 2005 from Amylin Pharmaceuticals and Eli Lilly and Company. However, following the development of approximately 30 cases of acute pancreatitis and sudden pancreatic inflammation in October 2007, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) began investigating the drug, but issued no Byetta recall.

Again, in August 2008, several Byetta patients were hospitalized for pancreatic-induced conditions. Of the six patients admitted to the hospital following their reported conditions, two patients died. Individuals who consumed Byetta for their type 2 diabetes condition are encouraged to contact a medical professional immediately as well as a personal injury lawyer or a pharmaceutical attorney to better understand how to develop a Byetta class action lawsuit that may increase the monetary compensation or reward of a Byetta victim.

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Peter Kent is the best-selling author of 50 books and hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers. He manages Legalview.info, a website hosting a variety of information on legal issues, including Byetta.

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