Editor’s note: Corrected 06/15/15 with updated product image.
Philips Respironics has released the Amara View CPAP mask, a minimal contact, full face mask designed with the widest field of vision of leading full face masks, according to the company.
With its under the nose design, Amara View reduces the red marks and irritation on the bridge of the nose that many CPAP patients experience, Philips says. Amara View, along with other Philips sleep-disordered breathing solutions and services were on display at SLEEP 2015 in Seattle, June 8-10.
Smaller and lighter than traditional full face masks, Amara View covers less of the patient’s face than comparable masks and eliminates the bulky cushion and frame in front of the eyes, allowing the patient to wear glasses, read, watch TV or use a computer or tablet before falling asleep, Philips says.
“This is the next generation of CPAP masks, designed to ensure the patient’s comfort and ease the journey to CPAP therapy compliance for both the homecare provider and the patient,” said Mark D’Angelo, sleep business leader of Philips. “Amara View enables homecare providers to offer new and existing CPAP patients a product that limits lifestyle interruptions and requires fewer resources during the acclimation process.”
The Amara View works together with other Philips sleep therapy systems and resupply services to transform how homecare providers work, supporting their efforts to continue to provide quality care to their patients.
I would like to see this on a pt, can’t picture how it fits.
The Phillips website has pics and videos.
http://www.usa.philips.com/healthcare-solutions/sleep-and-respiratory-care/patient-interface-masks
Has anyone used this with a high pressure bipap? I’m on 19 and have problem with leaks. Sometimes it’s like sleeping in a wind tunnel. hehe
I have same problem; when air pressure is increased, the cushion begins to flutter and allows air to escape, Bob Cochrane. Peggy.
I think my dad is up to 20. Since we’ve started using it this January, I had some problems with tight fit on chin, since he is a heavy mouth breather, but I’ve solved the problem with chin strap and now, it’s perfect. He started his therapy with Mirage Quattro – impossible to fix the leaks, then Blue gel – another mission imposssible and just before Amara View, we were using Amara gel. With all these maska I had much to do before they were tight and even then few hours later, there were leaks.
With Amara View, I’m done setting in a minute or two, with no extra corrections during the sleep.
I only wish it was available in Slovenia (I had to order it on eBay).