Implantable port catheters, including certain Bard PowerPort and Port‑a‑Cath devices, are placed beneath the skin to allow access to the bloodstream for medical treatment.

Some patients have reported complications associated with these devices, including fracture, migration, and infection. Individual outcomes vary, and ongoing litigation is evaluating these claims.

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DEVICE FRACTURE AND MIGRATION: Some reports allege the catheter can fracture, causing pieces of it to travel through the bloodstream and potentially cause organ damage or perforation. Device fracturing usually requires surgery to remove the broken pieces, repair the damage, and remove the defective device 

INFECTION: Allegations regarding material degradation cited. The catheter is coated with a barium sulfate mixture that breaks down upon contact with your bloodstream, degrading the catheter and harboring bacteria. This can cause fever, chills, redness, swelling, pain, or pus around the port site. In severe cases, the infection may spread to other parts of the body. Infection often requires antibiotic treatment and removal of the defective device.

These injuries can cause pain, disability, or even loss of life.

Lawsuits involving Bard PowerPort devices allege that manufacturers failed to adequately warn about potential risks associated with certain implantable catheter devices. These allegations are disputed, and litigation is ongoing.

Contact us now to find out if you qualify for a Bard PowerPort lawsuit. Our team of attorneys will conduct a free case review and advise you on your legal options. We can help you recover damages for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses. We will strive to help you hold the defendants accountable for their alleged negligence.

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