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CPAP machines are used to treat those who have obstructive sleep apnea disorder. The machine takes pressurized air from the room and delivers it to the patient through a mask that they wear over their face. The CPAP machine depends on clear air because this goes directly to the patient’s lungs. It is the most […] 
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CPAP machines are used to treat those who have obstructive sleep apnea disorder. The machine takes pressurized air from the room and delivers it to the patient through a mask that they wear over their face. The CPAP machine depends on clear air because this goes directly to the patient’s lungs. It is the most […]
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CPAP machines are used to treat those who have obstructive sleep apnea disorder. The machine takes pressurized air from the room and delivers it to the patient through a mask that they wear over their face. The CPAP machine depends on clear air because this goes directly to the patient’s lungs. It is the most common way of treating sleep apnea. Philips is a major manufacturer of CPAP machines. It has recently recalled several models of machines because of defects that make the air that patients breathe dangerous. Specifically, patients have been inhaling chemicals that can cause cancer while they sleep. The device itself has a foam in it that breaks down over time. The particles find their way into the air that users breathe and end up in their lungs.
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THE PHILIPS MACHINES THAT HAVE BEEN RECALLEDThis particular problem affects the following types of Philips machines:
Not all models of Philips machines were recalled. Particularly, this recall affects four million machines, spread over 18 products. You should check the recall list to see if your particular product is on the list. Update 9-15-21- In the beginning of September, Phillips drafted an important press release stating that they have FDA approval to fix Dreamstation, which was previously recalled. They also have clearance from the FDA to repair other CPAC machines that they manufacture. HOW CPAP MACHINES TREAT SLEEP APNEASleep apnea is a potentially dangerous condition in which the throat muscles relax while the person is sleeping. Breathing will repeatedly stop and start during sleep. The danger is that the person may not start breathing again. Even still, sleep apnea causes poor sleep, and it can have various other health effects. Patients will first visit a sleep lab, and a doctor who specializes in sleep may recommend a number of treatment options. They can range from oral appliances to machines like a CPAP. The CPAP machine consists of a mask and hose that is connected to a unit. Patients will also connect a humidifier to keep them from inhaling dry air that could cause runny nose or other reactions. The machine will come with a preset pressure based on what the doctor has recommended. The patient will connect the mask to the hose (which is connected to the unit). They will then place the mask over their face. Air will come through the mask directly to the patient’s nose. WHY PHILIPS CPAP AND BIPAP MACHINES HAVE BEEN RECALLEDThe problem with the Philips CPAP machine is that the air that users breathe is not always pure. Although the problem does not affect every single machine, a number of the Philips units have had issues that put users in potential danger. Here, the issue specifically relates to foam that was used in the unit itself. Philips designed the machine with foam to cut down on sound and vibration while the machine was in use. Specifically, this is called polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) sound abatement foam. The problem is that the foam can break down over time. The issue is even more pronounced when there is any humidity in the room. The foam degrades into small particles, and users end up breathing them in as part of the air that comes through the CPAP. People who use CPAP machines breathe this air for hours every single night. Over time, foam made out of chemicals can build up in the lungs. This can sicken CPAP machine users. There are risks that patients can develop lung cancer because of the toxins contained in these chemicals. There are also reports of other lung problems associated with the use of Philips CPAP machines. OTHER PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH PHILIPS MACHINESIn addition, users of Philips machines have reported the following problems:
The FDA issued a Safety Communication about the problem in June 2021. This detailed the voluntary recall of the products that Philips initiated. The Safety Communication described the issue that machine users could breathe in or swallow particles of foam, causing lung problems. Patients were advised to consult with their healthcare providers about whether they should continue to use the machines pending the recall. Philips will begin the recall work in October 2021. It may take the company up to a year to finish repairing the defective machines. In the meantime, patients will need to figure out another option to treat their sleep apnea. CONTACT A PHILIPS CPAP LAWSUIT ATTORNEY NOWIf you or a loved one have been using an affected version of the Philips CPAP or BiPAP machine, you should seek out an attorney immediately. In addition, you should also visit a doctor to have your lungs examined. If you are diagnosed with any type of cancer or other lung ailment, you have the legal right to file a lawsuit. At this stage, product liability attorneys are still investigating the defects in this product. They are exploring the possibility of filing lawsuits against Philips for the defective machines. Already, consumers have filed a class action lawsuit against Phillips, but this seeks compensation for the amount of money that they spent to purchase the CPAP machine as opposed to for personal injury that they suffered. However, we expect this to grow to be a large lawsuit. Hundreds of thousands of people have used the affected CPAP machines over the years, and the universe of possible plaintiffs is large. It may take some time for patients to realize that they have been sickened by these machines. They should seek a medical examination now, so that they do not have any issues with a statute of limitations. Right now, Phillips’ role in the product defects (besides allegedly designing and selling a dangerous product is still to be learned. If these cases proceed to discovery, attorneys may learn what Philips knew about these possible defects and whether the company continued selling the product after it knew of the dangers. DAMAGES IN PHILIPS CPAP LAWSUITSIf plaintiffs are successful in these lawsuits, they may receive the following damages:
You should contact an attorney today to discuss your case. They will advise you what you need to do to prepare your possible lawsuit against Phillips. You have a limited amount of time after you learned that you have been sickened to file a lawsuit. |
CPAP machines are used to treat those who have obstructive sleep apnea disorder. The machine takes pressurized air from the room and delivers it to the patient through a mask that they wear over their face. The CPAP machine depends on clear air because this goes directly to the patient’s lungs. It is the most common way of treating sleep apnea.
Philips is a major manufacturer of CPAP machines. It has recently recalled several models of machines because of defects that make the air that patients breathe dangerous. Specifically, patients have been inhaling chemicals that can cause cancer while they sleep. The device itself has a foam in it that breaks down over time. The particles find their way into the air that users breathe and end up in their lungs.
Phillips cpap lawsuit
THE PHILIPS MACHINES THAT HAVE BEEN RECALLED
This particular problem affects the following types of Philips machines:
Not all models of Philips machines were recalled. Particularly, this recall affects four million machines, spread over 18 products. You should check the recall list to see if your particular product is on the list.
Update 9-15-21- In the beginning of September, Phillips drafted an important press release stating that they have FDA approval to fix Dreamstation, which was previously recalled. They also have clearance from the FDA to repair other CPAC machines that they manufacture.
HOW CPAP MACHINES TREAT SLEEP APNEA
Sleep apnea is a potentially dangerous condition in which the throat muscles relax while the person is sleeping. Breathing will repeatedly stop and start during sleep. The danger is that the person may not start breathing again. Even still, sleep apnea causes poor sleep, and it can have various other health effects. Patients will first visit a sleep lab, and a doctor who specializes in sleep may recommend a number of treatment options. They can range from oral appliances to machines like a CPAP.
The CPAP machine consists of a mask and hose that is connected to a unit. Patients will also connect a humidifier to keep them from inhaling dry air that could cause runny nose or other reactions. The machine will come with a preset pressure based on what the doctor has recommended. The patient will connect the mask to the hose (which is connected to the unit). They will then place the mask over their face. Air will come through the mask directly to the patient’s nose.
WHY PHILIPS CPAP AND BIPAP MACHINES HAVE BEEN RECALLED
The problem with the Philips CPAP machine is that the air that users breathe is not always pure. Although the problem does not affect every single machine, a number of the Philips units have had issues that put users in potential danger.
Here, the issue specifically relates to foam that was used in the unit itself. Philips designed the machine with foam to cut down on sound and vibration while the machine was in use. Specifically, this is called polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) sound abatement foam.
The problem is that the foam can break down over time. The issue is even more pronounced when there is any humidity in the room. The foam degrades into small particles, and users end up breathing them in as part of the air that comes through the CPAP. People who use CPAP machines breathe this air for hours every single night. Over time, foam made out of chemicals can build up in the lungs. This can sicken CPAP machine users. There are risks that patients can develop lung cancer because of the toxins contained in these chemicals. There are also reports of other lung problems associated with the use of Philips CPAP machines.
OTHER PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH PHILIPS MACHINES
In addition, users of Philips machines have reported the following problems:
The FDA issued a Safety Communication about the problem in June 2021. This detailed the voluntary recall of the products that Philips initiated. The Safety Communication described the issue that machine users could breathe in or swallow particles of foam, causing lung problems. Patients were advised to consult with their healthcare providers about whether they should continue to use the machines pending the recall.
Philips will begin the recall work in October 2021. It may take the company up to a year to finish repairing the defective machines. In the meantime, patients will need to figure out another option to treat their sleep apnea.
CONTACT A PHILIPS CPAP LAWSUIT ATTORNEY NOW
If you or a loved one have been using an affected version of the Philips CPAP or BiPAP machine, you should seek out an attorney immediately. In addition, you should also visit a doctor to have your lungs examined. If you are diagnosed with any type of cancer or other lung ailment, you have the legal right to file a lawsuit.
At this stage, product liability attorneys are still investigating the defects in this product. They are exploring the possibility of filing lawsuits against Philips for the defective machines. Already, consumers have filed a class action lawsuit against Phillips, but this seeks compensation for the amount of money that they spent to purchase the CPAP machine as opposed to for personal injury that they suffered.
However, we expect this to grow to be a large lawsuit. Hundreds of thousands of people have used the affected CPAP machines over the years, and the universe of possible plaintiffs is large. It may take some time for patients to realize that they have been sickened by these machines. They should seek a medical examination now, so that they do not have any issues with a statute of limitations.
Right now, Phillips’ role in the product defects (besides allegedly designing and selling a dangerous product is still to be learned. If these cases proceed to discovery, attorneys may learn what Philips knew about these possible defects and whether the company continued selling the product after it knew of the dangers.
DAMAGES IN PHILIPS CPAP LAWSUITS
If plaintiffs are successful in these lawsuits, they may receive the following damages:
You should contact an attorney today to discuss your case. They will advise you what you need to do to prepare your possible lawsuit against Phillips. You have a limited amount of time after you learned that you have been sickened to file a lawsuit.