Bard® PowerPort™ Device Complications

Patients and doctors have noted concerns about the integrity of Bard PowerPort devices after a number of medical complications.

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Bard PowerPort Catheter Complications

Multiple patients have filed lawsuits against the manufacturer of Bard PowerPort devices, alleging the implantable ports caused injuries after breaking down or migrating within the body.

At least 425 patients have joined the Bard PowerPort lawsuit. The number of claims is expected to increase as more victims and their doctors identify PowerPort devices as the potential underlying cause of injuries.

These devices are inserted under the skin, which allows doctors to connect catheters, so fluids and medications can be delivered directly into the bloodstream.

However, medical device lawsuits allege the presence of barium sulfate in the catheter ports caused them to break down or crack, leading to internal injuries, infections, and other complications.

Catheter Fracture

If the catheter breaks within the veins, pieces of the catheter may travel throughout the body and cause internal damage.

In many cases, surgery may be required to remove pieces of the catheter or repair the device.

Catheter Migration

If the catheter moves or shifts within the body, it can lead to internal injuries and result in catheter failure.

Infection

Over time, the catheter may begin to break down. Small cracks may form on the device and allow bacteria and other pathogens to enter the body, which can lead to serious infections.

If you or a loved one experienced Bard PowerPort complications that resulted in an injury or illness, you may be able to secure compensation from a catheter lawsuit. Find out if you qualify now with a free case review.

Bard PowerPort Catheter Injuries

When filing a legal claim, an attorney will work to connect the injury you’ve suffered to your Bard PowerPort catheter or implant.

Injuries that may result from Bard PowerPort catheters include:

  • Blood clots
  • Cardiac punctures
  • Hematomas
  • Hemorrhage
  • Infections
  • Lacerated blood vessels
  • Necrosis
  • Organ or tissue perforation
  • Pericardial tamponade
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Sepsis

If you believe you may be experiencing any of these health conditions following the use of a Bard catheter port, talk to your doctor immediately.

Get Help Seeking Justice for Your Injuries

At Port Claim Center, we understand the stress and uncertainty that can accompany an unexpected medical complication — but our team will work to make the process as stress-free as possible.

The Bard PowerPort lawyers in our network have:

  • Decades of experience handling litigation across all 50 states
  • Held powerful pharmaceutical companies accountable
  • Secured billions of dollars in total results for other litigations

Get a free case review now. Compensation may be available that can help pay for your medical care and recovery. Every case is different, and only time will tell how much we recover from these claims.

Note: Bard PowerPort attorney(ies) have no relation to the Bard Access Systems, Inc. (Bard) or its PowerPort brand. To the contrary, our lawyers are investigating claims against Bard due to injuries suffered by clients who used Bard’s PowerPort device(s).

Port Catheter Injury FAQs

Who makes the PowerPort devices?

Bard PowerPorts have been made by Bard Access Systems, Inc. and C.R. Bard Inc., which is now owned by Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD).

What PowerPort devices may be at risk of fracturing?

Several implantable catheter ports manufactured by Bard have been named in lawsuits, including:

  • PowerPort™ ClearVUE™ Implantable Port
  • PowerPort™ ClearVUE™ ISP Implantable Port
  • PowerPort™ ClearVUE™ Slim Implantable Port
  • PowerPort™ isp M.R.I.™ Implantable Port
  • PowerPort™ M.R.I.™ Implantable Port

Despite these claims, Bard PowerPort devices remain approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

What can I do if I have a Bard PowerPort device?

If you have a Bard PowerPort device and suffered any of the following injuries, you may be able to file a lawsuit and pursue compensation.

Contact our team to learn more about your legal options. We can help you understand if you have a Bard PowerPort device and believe you suffered injuries related to it migrating or breaking down.

Written by: Port Claim Center

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