Implantable Silicone Medical Devices Prone to Cracking, Promoting Harmful Bacteria and Infections: Study
A new study warns that silicone used in many medical devices is prone to microfractures which can lead to serious infections.
A new study warns that silicone used in many medical devices is prone to microfractures which can lead to serious infections.
A new study indicates there is an alternative to putting critically ill children with respiratory problems on CPAP support.
The FDA says it has received 21,000 reports of Philips CPAP problems, including at least 124 deaths linked to toxic sound abatement foam which led to a massive recall last…
The FDA is proposing an order to force Philips Respironics to submit a plan to replace, repair or refund consumers who are stuck with millions of CPAP sleep apnea machines…
Philips has announced it has received a subpoena from the Justice Department regarding its problematic Philips CPAP machine recalls, indicating a federal investigation may be underway.
The FDA has released instructions for consumers on how to have the replacement of their recalled Philips CPAP device prioritized.
The FDA should take immediate enforcement action against Philips over how it has handled a massive CPAP machine recall, a U.S. Senator and the Connecticut Attorney General say.
The FDA warns some consumers who received "repaired" Philips CPAP sleep apnea machines may have been given devices with replacement foam that is not safe.
A scathing FDA inspection report claims Philips did little to ensure the safety of millions of CPAP devices and other breathing machines, even after knowing of potential sound abatement foam…
The FDA warns that silicone foam being considered as a possible replacement for toxic sound abatement foam which led to a Philips CPAP recall may release volatile organic compounds which…