Why were the machines recalled?
CPAP/BiPAP machines create a constant, pressurized airflow to help maintain an open airway and address a range of health conditions, including sleep apnea. Philips has utilized polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) sound abatement foam to dampen device vibration and sound during routine operation.
However, the company received reports that this foam can degrade or dissolve over time, enter the device’s air pathway and be ingested or inhaled by users.
There is evidence that Phillips was concerned that cleaning devices commonly used on the machines were contributing to the problems. The foam has also been shown to emit toxic chemicals, including carbolic acid, that can be inhaled by users of the machine.
Which machines were recalled?
Continuing to use a recalled Philips CPAP or BiPAP could have serious consequences for your health, so review the following list of recalled devices:
- Trilogy 100
- Trilogy 200
- Garbin Plus, Aeris, LifeVent
- A-Series BiPAP Hybrid A30 (not marketed in U.S.)
- A-Series BiPAP V30 Auto
- A-Series BiPAP A40
- A-Series BiPAP A30
- E30 (Emergency Use Authorization)
- DreamStation ASV
- DreamStation ST, AVAPS
- SystemOne ASV4
- C-Series ASV
- C-Series S/T and AVAPS
- OmniLab Advanced+
- SystemOne (Q-Series)
- DreamStation
- DreamStation Go
- Dorma 400
- Dorma 500
- REMstar SE Auto