Philips recalls some respiratory machines over plastic component contamination

 The logo of Dutch technology company Philips is seen at the company's headquarters in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, January 29, 2019. REUTERS/Eva Plevier

Aug 29 (Reuters) - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Monday recalled some ventilators by Dutch medical device maker Philips (PHG.AS) because the plastic parts were contaminated with incompatible substances. announced.

If this plastic is in the motor of a Bi-Level positive airway pressure device (commonly known as a BiPAP), it can release certain chemicals called volatile organic compounds, the FDA said. said.

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