McKay Law’s Philips CPAP Recall Lawsuit Lawyers
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Philips Respironics has recalled certain mechanical ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines due to potential health risks, including cancer. If you’ve used a Philips sleep apnea machine and experienced injuries or illnesses as a result, you may be eligible to receive financial compensation through a Philips CPAP lawsuit.
Breaking News: Philips CPAP Recall Linked to Health Risks
On June 14, 2021, Philips Respironics issued a voluntary recall of various CPAP, BiPAP, and mechanical ventilators after the sound-reducing polyester-based polyurethane (PE-PUR) foam used in the devices was found to:
- Degrade and break down into black particles that can enter the device’s airpath and be swallowed by the user
- Expose the user to dangerous and potentially carcinogenic chemicals that can then be inhaled
The foam degradation can cause serious injuries and may be exacerbated by the use of unapproved cleaning methods (like ozone), as well as by high-heat and high-humidity environments.
Injuries and Health Risks of Philips Sleep Apnea Machines
Philips Respironics has received numerous complaints from customers about black debris or particles in the airpath circuit of their mechanical ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP devices, though the cause of the symptoms has not been definitively linked at this time.
Potential risks associated with the recalled Philips sleep apnea devices can be life-threatening and include:
- Cancer (particularly in the kidneys, liver, and lungs)
- Cough and chest pressure
- Damage to the kidneys, liver, or lungs
- Headaches or dizziness
- Sinus infections
- Upper airway infection
If you’ve used Philips Respironics sleep devices and experienced any of the health issues listed above, you may be able to pursue compensation through a Philips CPAP lawsuit. Learn more about your legal options today in a free consultation.
What Philips Respironics Products Are Affected?
Different models of a variety of Philips’ sleep and respiratory care devices have been affected by the recent product recall, particularly:
- Bi-level Positive Airway Pressure (Bi-level PAP or BiPAP) Devices
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Machines
- Mechanical Ventilators
Of the estimated 3-4 million recalled Philips devices, roughly 80% of the affected products are CPAP machines, particularly those in the first generation of DreamStation machines.
Philips Ventilator, BiPAP, and CPAP Recall List
Philips Respironics mechanical ventilators, BiPAP, and CPAP machines affected by the recall include:
- A-Series BiPAP A30® and Hybrid A30®
- A-Series BiPAP A40®
- A-Series BiPAP V30 Auto®
- C-Series ASV®
- C-Series S/T® and AVAPS®
- Dorma 400®
- Dorma 500®
- DreamStation®
- DreamStation ASV®
- DreamStation Go®
- DreamStation ST® and AVAPS®
- E30®
- Garbin Plus®, Aeris®, LifeVent®
- OmniLab Advanced+®
- REMstar SE Auto®
- SystemOne ASV4®
- SystemOne (Q-Series)®
- Trilogy 100®
- Trilogy 200®
Philips CPAP Recall Lawsuit Settlements and Verdicts
When you file a Philips CPAP lawsuit, you may be able to receive financial compensation for your injuries in one of the following forms:
- Philips CPAP Lawsuit Settlement: By reaching a Philips CPAP settlement with the defendant, you may be able to avoid going to court and start receiving compensation sooner.
- Philips CPAP Jury Verdict: If a settlement isn’t reached, your case will continue to court, where a judge and jury will hear your case and reach a CPAP verdict. Our lawyers are prepared to fight on your behalf in court, but there’s no guarantee of compensation in these cases.