Amanda Antell  |  February 5, 2018

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IVC filter woman hospital bedA new Bard G2 filter lawsuit joins growing multidistrict litigation (MDL) against the medical device manufacturing giant, consisting of claims alleging serious device complications.

The Bard G2 filter lawsuit was filed by a Georgia woman who joined the MDL after learning other patients may have suffered similar IVC filter complications that she may have experienced.

Plaintiff Mary J. files this Bard G2 filter lawsuit alleging defendant C.R. Bard either knew or should have known about the potential complications associated with the device. Mary says she had the G2 vena cava filter implanted on June 21, 2007, for typical treatment purposes and was not aware of any risk of potential device failure.

Mary alleges she agreed to use the G2 vena cava filter after reviewing C.R. Bard’s marketing materials and discussing the option with her physician. At no point before or after Mary had the IVC filter device implanted did C.R. Bard adequately warn her about IVC filter complications, she claims.

Overview of IVC Filter Complications

IVC (inferior vena cava) filters are small, cage-like devices that are used to prevent blood-clot related injuries. These filters are directly implanted in the inferior vena cava, the largest vein in the human body and a vital component in the circulation process.

These devices are designed to trap blood clots forming in the legs and pelvis and prevent them from traveling up into the lungs or heart. This ultimately prevents dangerous conditions like pulmonary embolism, making an IVC filter a possible alternatives for patients who cannot be prescribed anticoagulant treatment.

Some IVC filters are designed to be in place permanently, and others are designed to be retrievable. Many patients who received a retrievable filter have reported suffering serious device complications, leading the FDA to release a public warning.

The first FDA warning was released in 2010, stating the agency had recovered 921 injury reports since 2005. The FDA stated it had received reports indicating the following IVC filter complications:

  • 328 reports of IVC filter migration
  • 146 reports of IVC filter component detachment
  • 70 reports of IVC filter perforation of the inferior vena cava
  • 56 reports of IVC filter fracture

The FDA stated many IVC filter injury reports indicated these device complications were more likely to occur in patients who use these devices on a long term basis. The FDA released an updated warning in May 2014, stating temporary IVC filters should be removed generally between 29 and 54 days after implantation.

Even though C.R Bard was aware of these FDA warnings, plaintiffs allege the company failed to sufficiently describe these potential complications on the product’s warning label.

Mary and other patients’ medical conditions were allegedly worsened due to IVC filter complications. These patients are filing legal action to claim damages for medical bills, negligence, and failure to warn.

Mary states she never would have opted for the G2 vena cava filter if she had known about the potential IVC filter complications. Her Bard G2 filter lawsuit is being filed in MDL No. 2641, where it will stand alongside other claims alleging similar injuries. By filing her Bard G2 filter lawsuit into the MDL, Mary’s claim will be streamlined through the litigation process and will avoid potential conflicting rulings from different judges.

This Bard G2 Filter Lawsuit is Case No. 2:17-cv-03436-DGC, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona.

If you were implanted with an IVC filter, you may be entitled to compensation–even if you did not suffer complications. Patients who did suffer complications may be able to seek significantly more compensation.

In general, IVC filter lawsuits are filed individually by each plaintiff and are not class actions.

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