If you or a loved one experienced serious complications from an implanted chest port, port-a-cath, or infusion port, it may have been a defective Bard PowerPort device — and you may be owed significant compensation.
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Thousands of patients across the country are suing C.R. Bard and Becton Dickinson, alleging that PowerPort implantable port-catheter devices were defectively designed and caused serious, life-altering injuries.
A PowerPort is a type of implantable venous access port — a small device surgically placed under the skin in the chest, arm, or abdomen — used to deliver chemotherapy, fluids, or medications. C.R. Bard manufactured some of the most widely used models in the country.
Plaintiffs allege Bard's PowerPort catheters were made with a polyurethane material that degrades under certain conditions — causing the catheter to fracture, migrate into the bloodstream, pierce organs, or create dangerous clots. Bard allegedly knew of these risks and failed to warn patients and doctors.
The Bard PowerPort MDL (Multidistrict Litigation) is currently centralized in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona. Tens of thousands of plaintiffs have filed claims. Courts are actively accepting new cases.
Eligible claimants may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and additional damages. The amount varies by case — contact us for a personalized case assessment.
If you or a loved one experienced any of the following complications from an implantable port-catheter after 2013, you may have a valid claim.
Breakage of the catheter with or without pieces migrating into the heart, lungs, or other organs — including embolism, perforation, or laceration of blood vessels.
Serious infection entering the bloodstream or causing sepsis at least 14 days after port implantation — requiring hospitalization or emergency treatment.
A blood clot that travels to the lungs (PE), brain (stroke), or other organs — including ischemia and Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH).
The port reservoir eroded or broke through the skin surface, requiring emergency removal and potentially reconstructive care.
Disconnection or separation of the catheter from the port reservoir, causing device failure and requiring surgical intervention.
Tissue death or severe infection developing around the port reservoir site, often requiring debridement or reconstructive surgery.
Clot formation within the port or catheter itself, obstructing the device and potentially leading to further vascular complications.
If a loved one passed away as a result of port-related complications, surviving family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death claim.
FDA adverse event reports and patient lawsuits begin documenting catheter fractures and migration injuries attributed to Bard PowerPort devices.
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) acquires C.R. Bard for $24 billion. Legal liability for PowerPort devices transfers under the merger.
The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation consolidates Bard PowerPort cases into MDL No. 3081 in the U.S. District Court, District of Arizona — streamlining thousands of claims.
The MDL continues to grow. Courts are still accepting new plaintiffs. Acting now preserves your rights — statutes of limitations vary by state.
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