New Fisher Paykel Mask coming

WillSucceed · Post by **WillSucceed** » Wed Nov 29, 2006 3:28 pm

The place where I buy masks here in Canada tells me that there is a new Fisher Paykel nasal mask coming. The mask is called Opus (or Opis -not sure of the spelling) and is supposed to be launched in a few weeks.

I've done a web search for info but have found none. In and of itself, this is meaningless as I generally can't even find my own e-mail. I'm hoping that one of you clever folk have some info on this mask.

elliejose · Post by **elliejose** » Wed Nov 29, 2006 3:51 pm

Interesting! Good to see you WillSucceed. It's been too long! Always found your posts enlightening.

WillSucceed · Post by **WillSucceed** » Thu Nov 30, 2006 6:51 am

Thanks for the welcoming words, Josie! I've been lurking for some time now, but have not had anything to say -well, not until I saw people commenting about Rested Gal. I could not let that thread go by without contributing my thoughts about her; I figure that she pretty much saved my life back in the beginning when I was struggling.

I was really hoping that folks on this board would have some info on "Opus," and I have received a private response with some really helpful info. I'm going to keep looking and will let folks on this board know what I find.

Thanks again for the welcome!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Dec 01, 2006 1:40 pm

The upcoming "Opus" mask is going to have a gigantic cavity that encloses the nose, as it's designed for penguins with OSA who are also in dire need of rhinoplasty.

Another new mask is also rumored, codenamed "Bill The Cat"...

birdshell · Post by **birdshell** » Fri Dec 01, 2006 1:44 pm

Hey, no fair giving ideas for the mask decoration contest!

WillSucceed · Post by **WillSucceed** » Fri Dec 01, 2006 5:54 pm

Hey Guest!
Thanks!!! That was very helpful. Let us know if you find out anything else.

DME Daddy · Post by **DME Daddy** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 9:14 am

I can confirm that F&P will release in the USA a new mask shortly. Sorry, no details yet.

HappyHoser · Post by **HappyHoser** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 3:56 pm

Found this on Google, hope it's not as painful as it sounds! ... MODEL HC234 (AND RELATED ACCESSORIES) FISHER & PAYKEL HEALTHCARE, LTD. ... FROM FDA DEVICE: OPUS MAGNUM ANCHOR WITH INSERTER OPUS MEDICAL, INC. ... probably seals well if it uses an anchor, don't even want to think about the inserter!

Pad A Cheek · Post by **Pad A Cheek** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 4:21 pm

Hey I am not too sure that this is what we are talking about.

http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/pdf4/k041440.pdf

WillSucceed · Post by **WillSucceed** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 6:58 pm

Full marks for sleuthing, Padacheek, but the link that you posted refers to an implant used in surgical repair of shoulder (rotator cuff) injury. Me-thinks it is not in any way connected to a new CPAP mask.

Thanks for looking! I found zilch online but I have to admit that I'm pretty useless when it comes ot web searching.

ColoradoDreamer · Post by **ColoradoDreamer** » Sat Dec 02, 2006 10:39 pm

HH,
Good try.

I did the Google search too and found it is for a submission to the FDA in 2004 for the following:

Predicate Devices: Fisher & Paykel, HC200 CPAP Humidifier, K(973161)

Opus reference is something totally different. Just happens that Opus Medical is mentioned in the same PDF as the humidifier.

In a couple years, an anchor device may just be the hot topic on this forum and something we will find that we cannot live without. No doubt, we will be finding ways to improve on it by cutting, chopping, covering, tying, gluing, accessorizing, etc. Perhaps it is to eliminate leaks but it may be to ensure compliance, so the user doesn’t tear off the mask in the middle of the night…or go use the bathroom.
Would you like a straight or Auto anchor? An auto will eliminate the need of having to go to the sleep lab to determine the exact weight one will need and it will discourage those that work out to defeat it.javascript:emoticon(':lol:')
Laughing

opus fan · Post by **opus fan** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 12:36 am

I have seen the new opus it is absolutely phenomanel....simple, light, seals beautiful. I look forward to it being available!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 6:07 am

Opus fan,

When will it be out? I am ready for a new mask. Don't know if I should wait or not.

WillSucceed · Post by **WillSucceed** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 12:15 pm

Give me a break, Opus Fan... spill your guts!!! Tell us what you saw.

opus fan · Post by **opus fan** » Mon Dec 04, 2006 12:43 pm

It is worth the wait.... should be available in canada in a few weeks.

Mask	Humidifier

New Fisher Paykel Mask coming

New Fisher Paykel Mask coming

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