Possible magnetic interference prompts ResMed to issue recall for CPAP masks
ResMed recall overview:
- Who: ResMed is recalling 20.4 million of its AirFit and AirTouch Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) masks.
- Why: The CPAP mask magnets can lead to magnetic interference with other medical devices, which could disrupt their function.
- Where: The CPAP recall is valid across the United States.
- How to find help: Consumers who used a recalled Philips CPAP machine and were later diagnosed with oral, nasal or lung cancer or a lung injury may have a legal claim.
ResMed is recalling more than 20 million of its.AirFit and AirTouch Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) masks due to the potential for magnetic interference with other medical devices.
The CPAP masks recall covers the AirFit N10, AirFit F20, AirTouch F20, AirFit N20, AirTouch N20, AirFit F30 and AirFit F30i models that were distributed between January 2020 and Nov. 20, 2023.
The magnets on CPAP masks are part of the lower headgear straps and frame connections and are intended to make wearing the mask more comfortable. But the magnets can interfere with medical implants and devices when the magnet is within 2 inches of those devices.
The magnetic interference can lead to a disruption of the function or position of the medical devices, leading to serious harm or death, the CPAP masks recall says.
ResMed will update labels, warnings, safe use guidelines
ResMed says it has received six reports of injury and no reports of deaths related to the CPAP masks recall so far. The company is not facing legal action over the recall, but Top Class Actions follows recalls closely as they sometimes lead to class action lawsuits.
ResMed will update the labels and add warnings and information to guide patients and health care professionals on safe usage when using CPAP masks with magnets.
The CPAP recall advises patients to keep the magnets 6 inches away from implants or medical devices that could be affected by magnetic interference. Patients should reach out to their physician or their implant or device’s manufacturer regarding possible negative effects a magnetic field could have on their device. They can also find detailed information about recent updates to contraindications and warning labels on ResMed’s magnet update website.
ResMed can be reached at 800-424-0737.
Philips Respironics agreed to a $494 million class action lawsuit settlement recently to resolve claims that CPAP users and payers were harmed when the company issued a recall on numerous CPAPs due to health concerns.
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