Noteboom The Law Firm

Brain Stents Found to Increase Risk of Strokes and Death

According to a report from the Washington University in St. Louis - Newsroom, brain stents are found to increase the risk of stroke and death. When you've suffered a stroke or any other severe condition that has left you permanently disabled, then you may qualify to receive Social Security disability benefits.

A multi-center clinical trial reveals that the brain stents which are designed to open arteries and to reduce the risk of a stroke are actually twice as likely to cause a stroke or death.

Enrollment in trials related to the brain stents was stopped in April by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, when it was discovered that after just 1 month of treatment, patients with the brain stents had a high risk of suffering a stroke or death.

A clinical alert was issued at that time. It's now likely to lead to an increased use of medication and changes in lifestyle in order to lower cholesterol, blood pressure, or reduce the risk of clotting.

Meanwhile researchers are trying to determine why the brain stents caused the strokes or death.

Strokes caused by brain artery blockages account for more than 50,000 of the 795,000 strokes that strike people nationwide each year. In the United States, it is the 4^th leading cause of death and can lead to disability.

You should consult with a Ft. Lauderdale Social Security disability lawyer if you need help applying for benefits or appealing a denied claim.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits.

When you're ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what's most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.