Hit in chest after breast augmentation. Could it have caused a rupture?

I am sorry to hear that you have experienced such a scary incident.  It is very possible that everything is fine and you will be symptom free soon.  On the other hand, there could be a rupture of the implant and you should see your plastic surgeon for evaluation.  He/she can send you for a mammogram and/or MRI to very if the implant is intact.  Hope this helps.

An MRI X-ray is the only definitive way to answer if an implant is ruptured. In general implants are not that fragile. When concerned, always a good idea to check with your surgeon.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author 

Dear aarivera530,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

The weight and density of the implement as well as the force with which it was thrown will all affect whether the silicone implants were likely to rupture.  You did not state whether it was a medicine ball, shot put or other implement.  Best to see your PS if the pain continues; he/she may order an MRI.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

aarivera530. I appreciate your concern, however it takes a significant blow to the chest to rupture a silicone or saline breast implant. Having said that, I have had patients rupture implants after car accidents from the seatbelt and during kickboxing! For that reason follow up with your plastic surgeon and if there is any doubt, ultrasound of the breast will be helpful. Good luck.

It will best to consult your surgeon on this matter and have your surgeon examine you physically. It might be also recommended to get a screening of your breasts just to make sure the implants are intact.Hope this helps,Ali Rıza Öreroğlu, MD FEBOPRASEuropean and Turkish Board Certified Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonIstanbul, Turkey

Silicone implants does not easily rupture. It takes a high amount of force to cause damage. Usually it is presented with severe swelling, constant sharp, aching pains that persists even at night, and bruising. Early medical consultation with your surgeon is key to know if there was any damage done on the implants after the trauma. 

Hello, and thank you for your question. It does take a considerable amount of pressure to rupture a silicone implant, but that’s not to say it’s impossible. I would recommend checking in with your plastic surgeon since you seem to be in a significant amount of pain, just to make sure everything is as it should be. If your plastic surgeon suspects a rupture, the next step would be to get an MRI to determine if your implant is, in fact, ruptured.

Great Question.I would recommend getting an MRI to determine whether or not you have a rupture. It isn't typically easy to do, but if you have any pain or discomfort it is best to get it looked at.Best Wishes!

Thank you for your question.  Breast implants have a breakpoint level of stress that they can handle before they rupture, and direct trauma like that can cause a rupture.  Of course if you get hit that hard, the surrounding skin, muscle, and bone can be the source of pain too.  I recommend being evaluated by your plastic surgeon to get evaluated, and you may require imaging (ultrasound, MRI) to confirm the diagnosis.