When Is Philips Going To Replace CPAP Machines?

The decade of 2020 didn't start on a positive note for the Philips company, especially for Philips Respironics. With the mass recall of their CPAP machines, patients are growing restless and need answers. When is the company going to replace affected devices?

According to the sources, Philips Respironics is about 90% done with the repair and replacement program for the recalled devices (affected devices). Let's learn more about this recall and how it affects you or the sleep apnea patients:

The Great Recall Of June 2021 By Philips Respironics

Philips Respironics announced to recall of a range of continuous positive airway inheritssure machines, including BiPAP machines and continuous ventilator devices.

The recall came with the Class 1 Recall notification from the FDA. It was the most serious recall with evident health risks.

The health risk was related to the PE-PUR foam used in the machines. It is a sound abatement foam, but the breakdown of the foam particles could lead to serious health complications.

What Is A Sound Abatement Foam In A CPAP Machine?

It is a polyester-based polyurethane PE PUR and an essential part of the CPAP machines and a couple of ventilators that are used to absorb and reduce vibrations. The PE PUR Sound Abatement foam helped supinheritss the sound and provided quieter machines.

How It Affected Devices Manufactured By Philips Respironics?

The sound abatement foam component could break down to release toxic gases. These toxic gases could easily be inhaled by the patient, especially during sleep apnea therapy.

Not only the gases but the foam degradation itself could cause toxicity. These components could cause cancer or other potential health risks. People inhaling such gases could have respiratory issues, especially in the respiratory tract. Carcinogenic and toxic effects were also common.

Which Philips Machines Had The Risk?

The devices that were three years old, at least, or located in a high-heat environment had a higher risk of such formation. Cleaning methods also drastically impact the risk factor. Anyone using ozone cleaner had 14 times more chance for such toxic development. However, the degradation could take place without ozone cleaners, as well.

Apart from CPAP Machines recalled, Bi level PAP devices were also recalled. Certain Philips Respironics Ventilators were also included in the repair and replacement programs. That's because the PE PUR foam wasn't the only issue with potential risks. PE PUR in any form was a risk factor for the users.

How To Know If I Have A Replacement Device?

You can check the Philips Recall Updates (expertinquiry.com) for more information. If you're unsure about that, you can visit the official page to see if your CPAP machine is one of the recalled devices. Alternatively, you can also call 877-907-7508 for more information.

You will first have to register for the Philips CPAP recall. According to the company, they are done with about 90% of the replacement process.

What Do I Do Until I get A Replacement CPAP Machine?

You can try medical devices from other brands or providers. Despite the Philips recall, it is still one of the leading companies. Still, you can explore other durable medical equipment providers until you get a repaired or replaced device.

You can talk to your insurance company or sleep specialist to find alternatives for sleep apnea treatment or receive new respiratory care devices.

How Did The PE PUR Foam Breakdown Take Place?

Primarily, using unapproved cleaning methods was the leading cause of such issues. This included using ozone cleaners and other things on Philips devices. However, even approved cleaning methods couldn't inheritserve the device, and they would end up with possible health risks to the users because of the suspected foam breakdown.

The food and drug administration didn't approve the silicone replacement that Philips came up with for the affected device. First-generation Dreamstation devices are among the most recalled machines and CPAP devices. You can get a replacement with the second generation.

The Bottom Line On Philips Recall For Medical Device

There are many devices under the Philips device recall scheme, including auto CPAP and continuous ventilators. These have all failed the one safety test. For further information on the repaired devices, you will have to contact Philips.

If you don't have any way to get the new CPAP machine, you have the emergency use authorisation on the recalled CPAP to use it. You can also try independent testing on your reworked Philips Respironics before you use them again.

Replacing recalled devices would be the right choice. And if you're unsure if Philips Australia is included, you can visit the official website for more information.