ANCURE

    What is Ancure?

    Aneurysm

    Ancure problems

    Ancure vs Rights
    Ancure lawyer

MESOTHELIOMA

EPHEDRA

   
   
   
 


Ancure - Definition

    The Ancure device (aka Stent Graft) was developed by the company EVT and commercialized by Guidant. The Ancure device was used to treat abdominal aortic aneurysm. The Ancure medical device, that is part of the Ancure Endograft System, uses a catheter to insert a sheath through the femoral artery in the leg. The Ancure device was promoted as allowing physicians to repair bulges in the aorta, without the need of performing major open surgery.

Ancure - DANGERS

    According to the reports 75 patients died and 991 (minimum) were injured after receiving Ancure implants. Lawsuits charge that some were the result of the implants. Evidence show there were numerous problems with implanting the Ancure device and also that company officials were aware of the failures of Ancure medical device to some extent.


Mesothelioma, Asbestos - Definition

    Mesothelioma is a rare form of cancer. "Mesothelioma" is the term used to describe a cancerous tumour which involves the mesothelial cells of an organ, usually the lungs or abdominal organs. The most common type of mesothelioma is the pleural mesothelioma. The pleura is a thin membrane found between the lungs and the chest cavity. It provides a lubricated surface so that the lungs do not chafe against the chest walls. Thus, a pleural mesothelioma is often referred to as a "lung" cancer. Other Types of mesothelioma...

Mesothelioma, Asbestos - DANGERS

    Malignant mesothelioma is caused by asbestos exposure. The incidence of mesothelioma rises with the intensity and duration of exposure to asbestos. However, there are numerous cases of mesothelioma among people with very little occupational exposure or even household exposure. Some people get mesothelioma 30 or 40 years after a summer job working construction, and some housewives or children were exposed from work clothing. Many people being diagnosed with mesothelioma now were exposed in the Navy many years ago, often unknowingly.


Ephedra (Ephedrine, Ma Huang) - Definition

      These terms refer to the substance derived from the plant Ephedra, also known as Squaw tea and Mormon tea. Ephedra is a shrub-like plant that is found in desert regions. Greens of the plant are used medicinally. Ephedra is a stimulant containing the herbal form of ephedrine, an FDA-regulated drug found in over-the-counter asthma medications.
      In the United States, ephedra and ephedrine are sold under a variety of brand names. Ephedra, Ephedrine are widely used for weight loss, as an energy booster. These products often contain other stimulants, such as caffeine, which may increase the potential for adverse effects. Ephedra is often touted as the "herbal fen-phen."

Ephedra ( Ephedrine, Ma Huang ) - DANGERS

      Ephedra is one of the most dangerous of the dietary supplements. Over 800 injuries and 50 deaths have been reported by users and doctors to the FDA and various state medical bodies. Most of these cases involve the heart attacks or high blood pressure leading to bleeding in the brain or stroke.




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