Bard PowerPort Catheter Complications
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Case Overview
Bard PowerPort implantable port catheters, manufactured by Bard, are devices placed under the skin to provide easy access for chemotherapy, blood transfusions, and IV medications. Reports of device failures have led to thousands of lawsuits alleging that defective materials and design flaws caused catheters to fracture, migrate, and cause life-threatening complications in vulnerable patients already battling serious illnesses.
Health Risks & Injuries
- Catheter fracture and fragmentation
- Migration of device components to heart or lungs
- Bloodstream infections and sepsis
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Pulmonary embolism
- Need for emergency surgery
Who Qualifies
- Patients who had a Bard port catheter device implanted
- Those who experienced catheter fracture or migration
- Patients who developed infections or blood clots from the device
- Those who required emergency surgery due to device complications
Current Litigation Status
MDL 3081 has been established in the District of Arizona federal court. Thousands of cases have been filed with the MDL continuing to grow. Bard is the primary defendant. Bellwether trials are underway in 2026 and set to continue into 2027.
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