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Bard Powerport Lawsuit

Were you injured after receiving an implantable port? You are not alone.
Implantable ports are placed during critical medical treatment. Patients rely on these devices to safely deliver chemotherapy, IV therapy, nutrition, blood products, and contrast imaging.
When serious complications occur, the impact can be overwhelming.
Becton Dickinson (Bard PowerPort) and AngioDynamics have issued FDA Class II recalls involving certain implantable port products. Federal lawsuits involving these devices are advancing nationwide.
If you have experienced infection, blood clots, catheter fracture or migration, or required device removal after receiving one of these ports, you may wish to explore your legal options.

Last Updated on March 15, 2026

Do You Have a Case?

You may qualify if:

  • A Bard PowerPort or AngioDynamics device was implanted
  • A serious complication occurred
  • Additional treatment, revision, or removal was required
  • The injury resulted in measurable harm

Each case requires careful review of medical records and device identification details.

Devices Under Investigation

Bard PowerPort and AngioDynamics implantable ports are designed for long-term venous access. While they serve similar medical purposes, their design features, materials, and recall histories differ.

Those differences can affect how complications occur and how claims are evaluated.

Bard PowerPort Litigation and Recalls

Federal lawsuits allege that certain Bard PowerPort catheter designs may be prone to fracture, migration, thrombosis, infection, and mechanical malfunction. These allegations remain subject to judicial review.

AngioDynamics Litigation and Recalls

Lawsuits involving AngioDynamics port systems, including BioFlo and Smart Port models, allege catheter integrity concerns, clot-related complications, and device performance issues.

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Alleged Port Implant Complications

Court filings reference complications including:

  • Infection and sepsis
  • Blood clots and pulmonary embolism
  • Deep vein thrombosis
  • Catheter fracture or migration
  • Infusion failure
  • Device removal or revision surgery
  • Vascular or cardiac injury

Determining causation requires careful review of medical records and device information.

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Federal Litigation Status

These cases are proceeding in federal Multidistrict Litigation (MDL), a process that consolidates similar lawsuits before one judge for coordinated pretrial proceedings while each person maintains an individual claim.

As of February 2026:

Constant Legal Group’s Role

Constant Legal Group has been involved in Bard PowerPort MDL since its early stages. Founding partner Ryan Cavanaugh serves in a plaintiffs’ leadership position, contributing to discovery strategy, expert development, and trial preparation.

We continue to monitor both federal proceedings to provide informed guidance as these cases move forward.

You Deserve Clarity

An implantable port is placed during a time when your focus should be on healing. When complications occur, you deserve clear answers.

If you were injured after receiving a Bard PowerPort or an AngioDynamics implantable port, a confidential review can help you understand your options.

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Frequently Asked Questions: The Bard PowerPort and AngioDynamics Catheter Lawsuits

Are you still unsure about whether the Bard PowerPort or AngioDynamics lawsuits might be something that you should join? Do you have more questions about the facts of the case?

Get answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the Bard PowerPort and AngioDynamics lawsuits below:

Did Bard and AngioDynamics Know About The Product Defects?

We can only speculate as to how much Bard knew about the defects. Based on information in the lawsuit, plaintiffs argue that companies should have reasonably known about some of the defects being reported through the FDA. Complaints were being made regarding the catheter’s defective tubing, breaking, and more

Is There a Class Action Lawsuit?

Currently, there is multidistrict litigation against Bard, which is a bit different than a class action lawsuit as it consolidates multiple, individual lawsuits. The ongoing case is based in Arizona under Judge David G. Campbell. There is also multidistrict litigation against AngioDynamics.

How Much Does an Implantable Port Attorney Cost?

One of the best parts of hiring a lawyer who works for Constant Legal Group is that we operate on a contingency fee basis.

A contingency fee payment arrangement means that you won’t have to pay your attorney at all unless you ultimately win your case. At that point, you’ll pay your attorney an agreed-upon percentage of your overall settlement award.

Other law firms may request to get paid upfront, hourly, weekly, or even based on how complex your case is. Always inquire about the payment schedule before hiring a firm so you know what to expect moving forward.

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