ResMed recalls AirTouch F20 Full Face Masks with magnets that could interfere with medical implants. Affected units include specific model lots sold from 2020. Contact ResMed for details.
Masks non-invasive interface for channeling airflow to patients have magnets that have potential magnetic interference with active medical implants that interact with magnets, and metallic implants/objects containing ferromagnetic material so contraindications and warnings about safe distance to medical devices/implants are being updated for patients using masks or anyone in close physical contact
ResMed is recalling AirTouch F20 Full Face Masks that contain magnets which could interfere with medical implants. This poses a risk to patients using the mask or those in close contact with the mask if they have certain medical devices.
The mask contains magnets that can interact with medical implants or metallic objects containing ferromagnetic material. This interaction could cause unintended movement or malfunction of medical devices, potentially leading to health risks if the mask is used too close to such devices.
Patients using the AirTouch F20 Full Face Mask or people in close physical contact with the mask who have medical implants containing ferromagnetic material are most at risk. The recall affects specific model lots sold with the User Guide 638220/version 2020-02 and prior.
Check for the AirTouch F20 Full Face Mask with User Guide 638220/version 2020-02 or earlier. The product has specific UDI-DI/GTIN numbers listed in the recall notice.
Look for the User Guide 638220/version 2020-02 or earlier on the mask packaging.
Reach out to ResMed directly for guidance on whether your mask is affected and next steps.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; however, if you have medical implants, contact ResMed to discuss safety.
Affected models include those with UDI-DI/GTIN numbers listed in the recall notice, such as 619498630028, 619498630189, and others.
The recall states potential interference with medical implants, but does not specify a risk of serious injury in normal use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send ResMed to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0538-2024 — ResMed ResMed Hello, I own a ResMed that is covered by recall Z-0538-2024 from ResMed. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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