Intravenous therapy can be viewed as a medical revolution and the birth of a new day with regard to patient treatment. It involves the insertion of a needle or port into a patient’s body from where medication or liquid nutrition will be administered. IV therapy, as it is otherwise known as, is an effective and safe way of managing the needs of patients within a clinic or hospital setting, particularly if the patient is not able to adhere to medication or nutrition administration, or if they must be placed in an artificially-induced coma making it impossible for them to sit up and eat or take medication, or if they have issues with their throat, have problems with digestion and assimilation of compounds, and so on.

The Bard Powerport is a groundbreaking device which was designed for semi-permanent implantation into a patient’s chest. It comes fitted with a small reservoir and a catheter from which liquids are administered directly into the patient’s bloodstream for faster and effective medication or nutritional assimilation as well as the drawing of blood, so tests can be run in order to reroute or adjust a patient’s treatment regimen.

Venous access is an ideal way of eliminating vein inflammation and infiltration which can complicate treatment as well as the anxiety and trauma associated with repeated needle pricks. That said, devices like Bard Powerport have been shown to lead to a host of serious health complications, some of which have proven to be fatal.

To this end, thousands of individuals have congregated to file a class action lawsuit meant to hold its manufacturer accountable and liable for their health complications and injuries under product liability law. If you or a loved one was harmed by the Bard Powerport venous access device, it is important to seek legal representation so you can recover damages meant to cater for your additional medical bills, pain and suffering, rehabilitation, and we’re here to help with that. 

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Are you looking for the best Bard Powerport class action lawsuits attorney? Please call us NOW at 312-444-0214 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. Bard Powerport manufacturers failed to warn consumers about the risks associated with their devices in a reasonable and timely manner, exposing them to unnecessary and sometimes life-threatening risk.

By filing a lawsuit, you get to join the thousands of victims, some of whom may have suffered strokes, pulmonary embolisms, life-threatening infections and more, with the aim of recovering compensation that can be anywhere from $10,000 to over $100,000 depending on the extent of your injuries.

We serve a countrywide clientele, so feel free to call us from wherever you are in the country. In addition to having a bilingual team (hablamos Español), we take on all Bard Powerport lawsuits on contingency fee basis, which means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES during the processing of your claim, as we only levy our legal fees at the end of the lawsuit, and only if we’ve won your case for you. For your 100% FREE legal consultation into how to get started with filing your Bard Powerport lawsuit, please call us NOW at 312-444-0214 to speak to a member of our legal team at no obligation to you. 

How Does the Bard Powerport Device Work?

The Bard Powerport device contains a small reservoir with an access port which is a self-sealing silicone membrane where a needle goes in, after which liquids are administered. Once the needle is removed, the access port automatically seals itself in order to prevent contamination and the risk of infection.

The upper chest, just below the collarbone, is the ideal location for the device’s implantation as it allows easy access by healthcare providers while remaining discreet and hidden. In addition, the device can be picked up by X-rays so it can be monitored and located easily when needed.

The reservoir is linked to a catheter, which is responsible for medication delivery, and its length depends on anatomical consideration. The location of catheter insertion is typically a large vein such as the jugular or subclavian vein, as these carry a large volume of blood to various parts of the body. 

How is the Bard Powerport Device Implanted?

Bard Powerport implantation involves a small surgical operation where the patient is first asked to not consume solid or liquid foods a couple of hours before the operation. Once physicians are ready for the patient, he or she will be put under by way of anesthesia in order to minimize any discomfort. A small incision is then made in the skin for the purposes of creating a pocket into which the reservoir will be placed. The incision is then closed, and a sterile dressing applied. The process can be an outpatient one, but patient monitoring may be required before they are released. 

Patients with Bard Powerport implants should take care to notice any changes in their health so they can act fast and remedy any complications before they become permanent or life-threatening. 

Symptoms Associated With Bard Powerport Defects

Here are some of the symptoms associated with Bard Powerport defects:

Localized Pain and Discomfort

Any sharp or throbbing pain around the port implantation area could be a sign of complications such as device fracture or migration leading to infection. In some patients, a general sense of chest or shoulder discomfort may point to Bard Powerport malfunction. 

Swelling

Any swelling in or around the port implantation site is a sign of inflammation, a precursor for infection. In addition, if you experience any arm or neck swelling, you may be have developed thrombosis or some kind of vascular blockage which should be checked out immediately by heading to an urgent care physician at your local or nearby ER. 

Redness and Warmth

The body launches an inflammatory response in order to rally the immune system’s white blood cells into launching an attack in an effort to get rid of a foreign or infectious agent. With this inflammation come skin changes such as warmth and redness, necessitating urgent medical attention. 

Chills and Fevers

Should you develop an infection on account of Bard Powerport defect and failure, the body will try to fight it off by raising its base temperature and dropping it at intervals. For most Bard Powerport patients, this infection may be systemic and lead to a life-threatening condition known as sepsis. 

Ineffective Drug Delivery

If the doctor or nurse tries to inject you with medication or any other liquids and notices that medication isn’t adhering or is oozing out of the injection site, you may have developed a catheter or port malfunction. The blockage or occlusion may point to port failure by way of it shattering while still inside the patient. 

Health Consequences of Bard Powerport Device Failure

Bard Powerport defects can lead to severe health complications which must be addressed in a timely manner to ensure the patient’s survival and ultimate recovery. Left unmanaged, patients may develop chronic pain, unexplained swelling, catheter malfunction, device migration which may lead to deep vein thrombosis, stroke, heart attacks and even cancer recurrence or progression due to ineffective medication delivery. 

Best Bard Powerport Class Action Lawsuit Attorneys – Call Us Today!

It is important that you advocate for your rights if affected by a Bard Powerport defect and the resultant complications as this is the only way to help make you whole as defined by the law. To this end, multidistrict litigation, or MDLs are a perfect vehicle within which you can seek justice and compensation, as cases are grouped into single jurisdictions on account of their similarities and are consequently heard in a timely and efficient manner.

The experienced Bard Powerport complications attorneys at McCready are currently handling and accepting cases connected to this device and its design defects which may have led to the numerous health issues implantees are currently suffering, and we’d like to invite you to give us a call NOW by dialing 312-444-0214 regardless of where you are in the country in order to provide you with FREE, NO-COMMITMENT consultation into the next steps to take.

Time is of the essence, and the doors of justice may be closing soon with various statutes of limitations fast approaching. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to helping you.