PowerPort ClearVUE 1676301Recalls & reported problems
Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PowerPort ClearVUE Slim with Smooth Septum, 6F Polyurethane Catheter, Open Suture Holes, Intermediate Kit · Class 2 · Implant
All models of PowerPort ClearVUE (27)
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 5
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Recalls naming it
- 1
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 5 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 00801741110788), received between May 18, 2021 and Apr 23, 2026 — classified as 2 injuries, 3 malfunctions.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Difficult to Remove” (2 reports).
1 FDA recall record name this device's identifier.
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.
Reports received per month
Recalls naming this device
- Feb 8, 2018Class IICompleted
The Patient ID Card packaged with the POWERPORT ClearVUE Implantable Port with Smooth Septum contains incorrect port flushing instructions.
Z-1763-2018 · Root cause: Error in labeling · Recall details · FDA record ↗
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem2
- Difficult to Remove2
- Entrapment of Device2
- Component Missing1
- Packaging Problem1
Patient problems
- No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions3
- Hemorrhage/Blood Loss/Bleeding1
- Itching Sensation1
- Pain1
- Unspecified Infection1
Recent adverse event reports
The 5 most recent of 5 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
InjuryApr 23, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
It was reported through litigation process that, sometime after the port placement, the patient was diagnosed with an unspecified infection. However, the current status of the patient remains unknown.
Patient problems: Unspecified Infection
MAUDE report 24964788 ↗MalfunctionMar 16, 2026Component Missing; Packaging Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT THE CUSTOMER DID NOT RECEIVE THE PRODUCT POWERPORT CLEARVUE SLIM IMPLANTABLE PORT IN THE PACKAGE. THEY RECEIVED THE PACK SLIP, BUT THE ITEM ITSELF WAS MISSING. THERE WAS NO PATIENT CONTACT.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 24603354 ↗MalfunctionJul 25, 2024Entrapment of Device; Difficult to Remove; Entrapment of Device; Difficult to Remove
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A PORT PLACEMENT PROCEDURE, THE GUIDEWIRE ALLEGEDLY GOT CAUGHT INSIDE THE RIGHT ATRIUM AND ALLEGEDLY WOULD NOT BE RELEASED EASILY. THERE WAS NO REPORTED PATIENT INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19824805 ↗MalfunctionJul 25, 2024Entrapment of Device; Difficult to Remove; Entrapment of Device; Difficult to Remove
IT WAS REPORTED THAT DURING A PORT PLACEMENT PROCEDURE, THE GUIDEWIRE ALLEGEDLY GOT CAUGHT INSIDE THE RIGHT ATRIUM AND ALLEGEDLY WOULD NOT BE RELEASED EASILY. THERE WAS NO REPORTED PATIENT INJURY.
Patient problems: No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions
MAUDE report 19824574 ↗InjuryMay 18, 2021Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT SOMETIME POST PORT PLACEMENT, THE PATIENT EXPERIENCED BLEEDING, PAIN AND ITCHING. THE PATIENT STATUS WAS UNKNOWN.
Patient problems: Hemorrhage/Blood Loss/Bleeding; Itching Sensation; Pain
MAUDE report 11840476 ↗
Other PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR devices
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- PowerPort ClearVUE 1608062Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR18 deaths571 reports
- PowerPort ClearVUE 5608062Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR31 deaths542 reports
- PowerPort M.R.I., ChronoFlex 1808000Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR19 deaths513 reports
- PowerPort M.R.I., ChronoFlex 1808060Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR1 recall15 deaths383 reports
- PowerPort M.R.I., Groshong 1808560Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR10 deaths304 reports
- PowerPort M.R.I., ChronoFlex 1829500Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR6 deaths197 reports
- BardPort M.R.I. 0602680Bard Access Systems, Inc. · PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR2 deaths179 reports
Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026 · each recall links to the FDA recall notice
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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