AngioDynamics Port Catheter Lawsuit Overview

The AngioDynamics implantable port devices are designed to provide long-term vascular access for patients who require regular intravenous treatments, such as chemotherapy, antibiotics, parenteral nutrition, or blood transfusions. These ports are surgically implanted under the skin, with a catheter that runs into a large vein, allowing healthcare providers to deliver medications and fluids directly into the bloodstream.

However, since these devices were introduced in 2003, a growing number of patients have reported serious complications linked to AngioDynamics port catheters, including cases where the catheter has fractured, broken apart, or migrated from its original position. These failures have led to life-threatening infections, blood clots, cardiac injuries, and other severe complications or death.

As a result, AngioDynamics port catheter lawsuits are being filed against the manufacturers, alleging that their port catheter devices have a defective design that compromises patient safety. Lawsuits claim that the catheter material, made from polyurethane mixed with barium sulfate, weakens over time, making the ports prone to cracking, breaking and harboring dangerous bacteria.

Additionally, lawsuits argue that AngioDynamics failed to adequately warn patients and healthcare providers about the known risks of catheter fracture, migration, and infection, leaving patients vulnerable to devastating injuries.

Who Qualifies for an AngioDynamics Lawsuit?

Financial compensation may be available through a AngioDynamics port catheter lawsuit settlement for individuals who received one or more of the manufacturers implantable ports, and subsequently suffered any of the following complications:

• Infections (sepsis or septic shock)
• Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
• Hemorrhaging or Bleeding Injuries
• Cardiac/pericardial tamponade
• Cardiac arrhythmia
• Severe and persistent pain
• Perforations of tissues, vessels and organs
• Patient death
• Other injuries caused by a AngioDynamics port catheter

To determine if you or a loved one qualify for an AngioDynamics port catheter settlement, submit information for review by a port catheter injury lawyer, who will evaluate the circumstances of your case and determine if you qualify for a claim.

Attorneys handle all AngioDynamics lawsuits on a contingency fee basis, which means that there are no fees or expenses paid unless a settlement or lawsuit payout is received.

2025 AngioDynamics Port Catheter Lawsuit Updates

April 4, 2025 Update: In one of the most recent AngioDynamics port catheter lawsuits filed, a Missouri woman alleges that the company’s SmartPort port catheter, which was implanted in her in March 2013, has a defective design that led to the device shattering inside her body. The lawsuit details how the SmartPort catheter fractured in March 2020 and was subsequently found to have failed, necessitating its surgical removal just days later. Despite the initial surgery, a fragment of the catheter remained, requiring an additional procedure in April 2020 to remove it.

March 5, 2025 Update: The JPML has reported in its latest docket report that there are at least 120 Angiodynamics chemo port lawsuits currently pending in the litigation.

February 25, Update: As the size of the litigation continues to grow, AngioDynamics filed a notice on February 20, indicating that it plans to file a motion to dismiss at least 58 of the 125 pending claims, arguing that nearly half of the chemo port lawsuits were filed after statute of limitation laws in the plaintiffs’ states had passed, indicating some plaintiffs waited 10 to 22 years to file a complaint about their injuries.

January 31, 2025 Update: With at least 90 product liability lawsuits brought through federal courts so far against the medical device companies, Judge Ohta authorized the direct filing of new AngioDynamics lawsuits in the MDL, indicating it would eliminate delays linked to having to transfer cases from other federal courts. Judge Ohta’s order indicates that defendants have no plans to object to filings into her court.

October 4, 2024 Update: The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) issued a transfer order on October 3, centralizing all current and future AngioDynamics port catheter lawsuits in the Southern District of California, appointing U.S. District Judge Jinsook Ohta to oversee the pretrial proceedings of the AngioDynamics, Inc., and Navilyst Medical, Inc., Port Catheter Products Liability Litigation . At the time of the motion, there were 23 lawsuits pending across 16 different district courts, with the JPML noting an additional 33 potential actions in 19 districts, indicating a rapidly expanding scope of litigation.

September 27, 2024 Update: The U.S. JPML heard oral arguments over the motion during a recent hearing on September 26, at the Fred D. Thompson U.S. Courthouse and Federal Building in Nashville, Tennessee, to determine whether cases over the defective port catheter devices should be consolidated, and if so, where.

August 8, 2024 Update: Following a growing number of AngioDynamics port catheter lawsuits being filed, each raising similar allegations that the manufacturer failed to disclose the risks associated with the devices, plaintiffs have filed a motion to centralize all AngioDynamics lawsuits filed in federal court before one judge in a multidistrict litigation.

AngioDynamics Port Catheter Lawsuit Settlements

The AngioDynamics port catheter litigation is still in the early stages, and no global settlement offers have been made by the manufacturer at this time. While dozens of lawsuits have already been filed and consolidated in a federal multidistrict litigation (MDL), the process of gathering evidence, reviewing documents, and preparing cases for a series on bellwether trials is still ongoing as new cases are filed monthly.

It is expected that U.S. District Judge Jinsook Ohta, who is overseeing the coordinated pretrial proceedings in the Southern District of California, will soon establish a bellwether trial program. This means a small group of representative cases will be selected for early jury trials to help determine how juries may respond to evidence and testimony about catheter fractures, infections, blood clots, and other complications.

These bellwether trials are crucial in shaping the outcome of the litigation, as they provide insight into how juries will respond to evidence and testimony that will be repeated throughout each of the claims.

Although it is too early to know how much compensation may be awarded, these early trials will help determine the potential value of future settlements or verdicts in similar claims.

How Much Is an AngioDynamics Settlement Worth?

Since no settlements have been reached yet, the value of an AngioDynamics port catheter lawsuit will depend on the severity of each person’s injuries and how the device failure impacted their life. However, based on similar cases involving defective medical devices, the following types of damages may be available:

• Medical Expenses: Compensation for past and future medical bills related to treating infections, blood clots, catheter removal surgeries, hospital stays, and follow-up care caused by the defective port catheter.
• Pain and Suffering: Money to cover the physical pain and emotional distress endured because of the catheter failure, including ongoing complications and the trauma of invasive procedures.
• Lost Wages: Reimbursement for income lost due to time away from work during treatment, recovery, or hospitalizations, as well as any loss of future earning capacity if the injuries prevent a return to work.
• Permanent Disability or Disfigurement: Compensation if the catheter complications caused lasting physical damage, scarring from surgeries, or loss of normal bodily function.
• Loss of Enjoyment of Life: Money to account for the negative impact on quality of life, such as no longer being able to engage in activities or care for oneself due to ongoing health issues.
• Emotional Distress and Mental Anguish: Recovery for the emotional suffering caused by the ordeal, including anxiety, depression, and fear about future health.
• Out-of-Pocket Costs: Reimbursement for travel, home care, medications, and other expenses directly related to the injury caused by the defective port catheter.
• Wrongful Death Damages: For surviving family members if a loved one died due to complications from an AngioDynamics port catheter. This can include funeral costs, loss of financial support, and compensation for the emotional pain of losing a loved one.

How Long Do I Have To File A Lawsuit For AngioDynamics Port Catheter Injuries?

The time limit to file an AngioDynamics port catheter lawsuit, known as the statute of limitations, varies by state and depends on the specific circumstances of your case. Generally, the deadline is based on when the injury occurred or when it was first discovered that the port catheter may have caused harm.

Since complications like catheter fractures, infections, or blood clots may not appear until months or even years after implantation, it’s important to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible to determine how much time you have to file. If you wait too long, you could lose the right to pursue compensation for your injuries.

Examples of AngioDynamics Port Catheter Lawsuits

Have a Port Catheter Injury Lawyer Review Your Case

AngioDynamics port catheter lawyers provide free consultations and claim evaluations. There are no fees or expenses unless a recovery is obtained in your case.

How to file an AngioDynamics port lawsuit?

If you or a loved one suffered severe injuries from an AngioDynamics device, submit information about your potential claim for review by a AngioDynamics lawyer to determine whether you qualify for a claim, and if you may be eligible to seek compensation for your injuries.