Philips PAP masks with Magnetic Closures Recalled

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced a recall of Philips Respironics Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP/Bi-PAP) masks with magnetic closures. The magnets in the recalled masks may affect certain metallic medical devices or metallic objects in the body, presenting a potential risk. Masks with magnets made by other companies are not included in the recall.

“We want to ensure than any Veteran using one of the Philips CPAP or Bi-PAP masks with magnetic closures does not have an implanted medical device that can be impacted by magnets,” said Dr. Charles Atwood, VHA acting national program director for Sleep Medicine. “This warning is extended to anyone in close proximity when the mask is in use, such as bed partners.”

A list of devices that may be impacted is on the FDA website.

VA article: https://news.va.gov/108910/philips-pap-masks-recalled/