Port is leaking; Questions about replacement and who covers the cost

[lovinlinkinpark 0]

Hi,

I just found out that my port is leaking, although I have suspected it for some time. I was hoping to hear from those of you who have had your port replaced, or know someone who did. What was the replacement like? I was told I can choose to be awake or asleep. How was your recovery compared to the initial surgery? Did you have lifting restrictions? Did the manufacturer cover the cost since the port was faulty? Did anyone choose to sue the manufacturer? Thank you for any information.

Heather

[Hollie519 1]

This is the first time i have ever heard of this. i know I am not the answer you are looking for but you'd think the makers of the band would have to pay since that is a product malfunction. if they try to stick you with outragous bills, call an attorney.

Adnd you'd also think, that if they are just replacing the port, you should have a quicker healing process than having the whole band put in. Also, if they are giving you the option of being asleep or awake, that it can't be that bad or they would make you go to sleep.

Hope that hels ease your mind a little.

Edited September 24, 2008 by Hollie519

[mnn2501 0]

The person that should not be paying a dime is you. If port was defective then the manufacturer should pay, if the surgeon did something that damaged the port then he/she should pay, either way they need to fight it out, not you.