But Onufrak says using these machines to treat COVID-19 patients is a last resort. While ventilators are closed-circuit systems, CPAP and BiPAP devices are not.

A BiPAP machine, along with CPAP machines, are typically used by patients who suffer from sleep apnea, McLaughlin explained.

Coronavirus has sparked a new conversation about the difference between ventilators, CPAP and BiPAP machines.

BiPap and CPAP machines are worn at night to help those with sleep apnea, which the Cleveland Clinic explains is “is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing while asleep.

Several Philips ventilators, CPAP and BiPAP machines were recalled in June 2021. The company is currently working to repair and replace the affected devices.

Recalled sleep apnea (CPAP and BiPAP) machines from Phillips have been tied to over 500 deaths. Here’s what to know about the recalled lots.

Several Philips ventilators, CPAP and BiPAP machines were recalled in June 2021. The company is currently working to repair and replace the affected devices.

Several Philips ventilators, CPAP and BiPAP machines were recalled in June 2021. The company is currently working to repair and replace the affected devices.