Philips CPAP Masks Recall

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LVPG Pulmonary became aware of a recall on certain CPAP masks manufactured by Philips as of Sept. 7, 2022. The masks that are part of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recall have magnets that may interfere with the functioning of certain implantable devices. While reported serious events are rare, the devices that may be impacted include: 

• Cardiac pacemakers
• Cardioverter defibrillators
• Brain stents
• Aneurysm clips
• Ventriculoperitoneal shunts 
• Ocular implants
• Magnetic denture attachments
• Insulin pumps
• Certain neurostimulators used in and around the neck, cochlear implants, or any metallic implanted medical device affected by magnets

The masks that are currently part of the recall are:

• Philips Respironics DreamWisp Nasal Mask
• Philips Respironics DreamWear Full Face Mask
• Philips Respironics Amara View Full Face Mask
• Philips Respironics Wisp and Wisp Youth Nasal Mask
• Philips Respironics Therapy Mask 3100 NC/SP

If you are a patient at risk for complications associated with a mask in question, we recommend you reach out to your DME supplier to facilitate a mask exchange or contact Philips Respironics' customer service at 1-800-345-6443 (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 8 p.m. ET) for more information about non-magnetic mask options.