Phillips CPAP BIPAP Ventilator Lawyer Pennsylvania

Name: Phillips CPAP BIPAP Ventilators
Brand: Kwartler Manus

Sleep apnea patients should be aware that Philips Respironics, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of CPAP machines, issued a voluntary recall of CPAP, BIPAP, and ventilator devices due to defective sound abatement foam made from polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR). These machines are designed to provide critical breathing assistance, but the recalled foam may break down and release harmful particles or chemicals.

If you were affected, the Phillips CPAP BIPAP ventilator attorneys in Pennsylvania at Kwartler Manus can help you understand your legal options and pursue compensation for injuries related to the recall.

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Recalled CPAP, BiPAP & Ventilator Devices

On April 16, 2012, Philips Respironics warned of the potential health risks associated with the PE-PUR sound abatement foam.

For context, PE-PUR abatement foam functions to reduce noise and vibrations from these devices. However, the PE-PUR abatement foam in these recalled devices may degrade and release black particles and chemicals directly into the user’s airways. The result can be life-threatening, cause permanent impairment, and require medical intervention to better avoid permanent damage.

Although Philips Respironics ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines are often used by sleep apnea patients, these devices are also used in nursing homes, hospitals, ICUs, and NICUs for patients with breathing problems in general (which includes sleep apnea). As such, the recall affects millions of devices sold between 2009 and April 2021.

CPAP and BiPAP Devices

After ongoing review, Philips issued a voluntary recall on June 14, 2021, for the following defective devices:

Continuous Ventilator, Non-Life Supporting

DreamStation ASV
DreamStation ST, AVAPS
System One ASV4
C-Series ASV
C-Series S/T and AVAPS
OmniLab Advanced+

Noncontinuous Ventilator

System One (Q-Series)
DreamStation
DreamStation Go
Dorma 400
Dorma 500
REMstar SE Auto

Continuous Ventilator

Trilogy 100
Trilogy 200
Garbin Plus, Aeris, LifeVent

Continuous Ventilator, Non-Life Supporting

A-Series BiPAP A40
A-Series BiPAP A30

Continuous Ventilator, Minimum Ventilatory Support, Facility Use

A-Series BiPAP V30 Auto

Dangers of Exposure to Chemicals & Particulates

Inhaling the particles and chemicals from the sound abatement foam degradation can cause toxic and/or carcinogenic effects that may result in serious injuries. As we said before, the injuries can be life-threatening, cause permanent impairment, or require medical intervention to prevent permanent damage. The foam degradation may worsen because of factors such as certain ozone or UV light cleaning methods, high temperatures, or high humidity.

That being said, the injuries you may suffer after being exposed to the particulates and chemicals from the defective foam include:

Lung Cancer
Liver Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Kidney Failure
Liver Failure
Respiratory Failure
Serious Respiratory Issues (including Asthma, Fibrosis, Restrictive Lung Disease)
Transplantation of Lungs, Liver, Kidneys

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What to Do If You Used a Defective BiPAP, CPAP, or Ventilator Machine

You likely won’t experience immediate health effects after using Philips’ defective ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines, although, the long-term consequences can be devastating for users of the company’s affected machines. As such. The FDA suggests that people who used affected BiPAP or CPAP machines consider the following recommendations:

Talk to your health care provider to decide on a suitable treatment for your condition, which may include:
- Stopping use of your device
- Using another similar device that is not part of the recall
- Using alternative treatments for sleep apnea, such as positional therapy or oral appliances, which fit like a sports mouthguard or an orthodontic retainer.
- Initiating long-term therapies for sleep apnea, such as losing weight, avoiding alcohol, stopping smoking, or, for moderate to severe sleep apnea, considering surgical options.
- Continuing to use your affected device, if your health care provider determines that the benefits outweigh the risks identified in the recall notification.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and recommended cleaning and replacement guidelines for your CPAP machine and accessories.
Register your device(s) on Philips Respironics’ recall website External Link Disclaimer to stay updated on any new instructions or other corrective fixes.
Report any problems with a device through the FDA’s MedWatch Voluntary Reporting Form.

What to Do If You Used a Defective Ventilator

The FDA has similar recommendations for people who used affected ventilators, although, the differences are worth knowing. We encourage you to review the FDA’s suggestions below:

Do not stop or change ventilator use until you have talked to your health care provider.
Talk to your health care provider about using an inline bacterial filter, which may help filter out particles of foam, as indicated in the Philips recall notification. It is important to note the following considerations:
- Filters will not help to reduce exposure to certain chemicals that may be released from the PE-PUR foam.
- Filters may affect ventilator performance because they may increase the resistance of airflow through the device.
- You should closely monitor for possible accumulation of foam debris on the filter or resistance-related problems in the breathing circuit after filter placement.
Register your device(s) on Philips Respironics’ recall website External Link Disclaimer.
Report any problems with a device through the FDA’s MedWatch Voluntary Reporting Form.

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Our team of attorneys is representing victims across the US who have suffered from defective ventilators, BIPAP, and CPAP machines made by Philips Respironics. We have extensive trial experience and have recovered millions of dollars in settlements for our injured clients, giving us the insights and resources needed to fight for fair, maximum compensation on your behalf. With over 40 years of combined experience, you are in good hands at Kwartler Manus, LLC.

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