NSF avoidance triggers debate

March 10, 2008 NSF avoidance triggers debate Paula Gould -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The controversial topic of nephrogenic systemic fibrosis drew a large crowd to a special focus session at the ECR. Delegates queued to quiz speakers about their recommendations for avoidance of the condition, ensuring a lively panel discussion. NSF has taken the medical community somewhat by surprise. The systemic disorder, which results in sclerodema-like skin discoloration and hardening, was first observed in patients in 1997. All cases reported to date have involved patients with advanced renal disease.

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