Lawsuit
Bard PowerPort Lawsuit
Thousands of people injured due to adverse events associated with Bard PowerPorts are filing lawsuits now. If you have been injured after the implantation of a Bard PowerPort device, contact us now for a free case evaluation to learn about your rights and ensure you can participate in any legal recovery.
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What is the issue with Bard Powerports?
The catheter in the Bard PowerPort is made from polyurethane and silicone, and contains barium sulfate. Barium sulfate is a contrasting dye which is intended to make the port visible during scans and X-rays. However, over time, the barium sulfate particles may separate from the surface of the port, eventually leading to a degradation in the structure of the port. Increasing numbers of adverse events have been reported by patients to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and claims are rising daily.
Ongoing Case
What is the status of the lawsuit?
Lawsuits are ongoing now and you may be able to participate and recover monetary damages.
On August 9, 2023, the Federal Judicial Panel on Multidistrict litigation combined and centralized pending lawsuits against Bard based upon the PowerPort flaws in the United States District Court of Arizona before the Honorable David Campbell. This MDL consolidation is different than a class action. There is not a Bard PowerPort class action; to participate in the litigation every person who is harmed needs to file their own Bard PowerPort lawsuit. To date, hundreds of cases have been filed, and Plaintiffs’ leadership anticipates that thousands of Bard PowerPort lawsuits will eventually be filed in the MDL. Currently, the parties are engaged in discovery, with the first “bellwether” trials scheduled for early 2025.
What are the complications and injuries associated with the Bard Powerport?
Plaintiffs in the Bard PowerPort litigation allege that due to the use of too much barium sulfate in the manufacture of the catheter, the surface is prone to divots, cracks, fractures, and other breaks in the surface. These design and manufacturing defects can result in complications and failures including:
- Migration of the PowerPort: Plaintiffs allege that due to the flaws in the Bard PowerPort it may migrate in the body after implanting. This may occur with or without a related fracture of the PowerPort.
- Fracture of the PowerPort: The most common problem reported with regard to the Bard PowerPort is the fracture of the device. Plaintiffs report failures in portions of the PowerPort including tubing and port housing, potentially causing serious injuries and complications.
- Infection and thrombatic events: Plaintiffs also allege that the flawed PowerPort fails to adequately stop the entry and spread of bacteria due to the degrading of the material it is made from, cause serious infections originating at the site of the PowerPort. Patients with the Bard PowerPort also have higher chances of related thrombatic events, such as thromboembolism, myocardial infarction, or pulmonary embolism, as a result of catheter particles entering the bloodstream.
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How to join this lawsuit?
Please contact us through the chat button on this page, or click the Contact us button to use our contact form. All legal claims may be subject to time limits and litigation is progressing quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of powerports may be affected?
Among the Bard PowerPorts that may have be affected are:
- Bard Power-Injectable Implantable Ports (Powerports®)
- Bardport®, Slimport®, And X-Port® Implanted Ports
- Power-Injectable Implantable Ports With Chronoflex Polyurethane Catheters
- Powerport Implantable Port
- Titanium Powerport Isp Implanted Port With 6 Fr Chronoflex Polyurethane Catheter
- Powerport Implanted Port With Groshong Catheter
- Powerport Clearvue Slim Implantable Port
- Powerport Duo MRI Implanted Port With 9.5 Fr. Dual Lumen Chronoflex Polyurethane Catheter
- MRI Powerport Implanted Port With 9.6 Fr Silicone Catheter
- Titanium Powerport Isp Implanted Port
How do I know if I qualify to participate in the Bard Powerport litigation?
If you or a loved one received a Bard PowerPort and experienced injuries due to migration or fracture of the device, you likely will be able to participate in the lawsuit. We will be able to make an initial determination through a confidential, free discussion with our attorneys and paralegals.
Is there a Bard Powerport class action?
No, the Bard PowerPort litigation is consolidated as an MDL (“multi-district litigation”) which is different than a class action. The primary difference is that in an MDL every person who has been harmed must participate directly (by filing a lawsuit ultimately) to receive any recovery.
What will it cost to participate in the Bard Powerport litigation?
Our firm operates solely on a contingency fee agreement. That means that we advance all of our costs and our time, and we only receive any fee if we are successful in obtaining compensation for you. If we represent you, there are absolutely no out-of-pocket costs for you to join the case and seek the monetary relief you deserve.
What if I had a Bard Powerport but have experienced a different issue?
Contact us. The litigation is moving quickly but in its early stages. The full extent of injuries that will be part of the Bard PowerPort litigation has not been fully determined, and discovery is ongoing. Please contact us for more information and a confidential case evaluation.