WASHINGTON (AP) — Medical device maker Philips said Monday it will pay $1.1 billion to settle hundreds of personal injury lawsuits in the U.S. over its defective sleep apnea machines, which have been subject to a massive global recall.
The Dutch manufacturer did not admit any fault and said it reached the agreement to resolve any uncertainty over the cases. The payout also includes medical monitoring claims from patients who used the company’s devices and could be exposed to future risks.
Philips has recalled more than 5 million of breathing machines since 2021 because their internal foam can break down over time, leading users to inhale tiny particles and fumes while they sleep. Efforts to repair or replace the machines have been plagued by delays that have frustrated regulators and patients in the U.S. and other countries.
Monday’s announcement is another step toward resolving one of the biggest medical device recalls in the industry’s history, which has dragged on for nearly three years.
Related articles:
Related suggestion:
Burglar hurled stolen mobile phones at police from the top of 60ft high roof during nineEverybody may love Raymond, but Ray Romano loves Peter BoyleThe LatestSweden beats France, Britain relegated after losing to Norway at hockey worldsHall of Fame outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. to lead Indianapolis 500 field in Corvette pace carTarget to lower prices on basic goods in response to inflationWhat a blast to work at NASA. Space agency is skyElection 2024: Biden and Trump bypassed the Commission on Presidential DebatesCandice Swanepoel stuns in a formI'm an influencer and I don't understand why men always want to go for a walk on dates
2.4144s , 6501 kb
Copyright © 2024 Powered by Philips will pay $1.1 billion to resolve US lawsuits over breathing machines that expel debris ,Culture Corridor news portal