Inferior vena cava (IVC) filters were supposed to be lifesaving devices that prevent dangerous blood clots from reaching the lungs, but numerous models have proven dangerously defective, leading to recalls and urgent safety warnings. Several manufacturers have pulled their IVC filter models from the market or issued corrections after reports of the devices causing...

When a medical device fails and causes serious harm, patients naturally want to know whether there's been an official recall by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). However, there has been no overarching recall of Bard PowerPort devices, despite numerous reports of serious complications. The absence of a full-scale recall does not mean...

The Bard PowerPort was designed to improve the lives of patients who receive frequent intravenous treatments. This device facilitates access to a patient’s bloodstream so that healthcare providers can easily administer medicines and collect blood samples. However, reports of failures have surfaced among Bard PowerPort patients, with some people experiencing serious complications due to...

Medical devices are intended to improve health and extend lives. However, not all medical devices function as expected, and some, like the Bard PowerPort, have been reported to cause serious health complications, including deep vein thrombosis. This medical condition may not show symptoms initially, but it can lead to potentially life-threatening complications. What Is...