Recall of Philips Respironics Ventilators and CPAP Machines—Breakdowns in Medical Device Surveillance

Abstract

2. US Food and Drug Administration. Update: certain Philips Respironics ventilators, BIPAP machines, and CPAP machines recalled due to potential health risks: FDA safety communication. August 16, 2022. Accessed February 2, 2023. https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/safety-communications/updatecertain-philips-respironics-ventilators-bipap-machines-and-cpap-machinesrecalled-due 3. Lowe RA, Ramseyer J. Sensing error in Respironics continuous positive airway pressure machine risks compromising patient compliance.