What Happens to Implants That Are Removed?

September 15, 2010
Asked By:SammyVTC in Randolph Vermont

I'm doing a research paper for college and was wondering what happened to the discarded implants, or fat, or anything for that matter. What happens to the stuff that no one wants before or after plastic surgery?

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January 31, 2011

Answer: Disposition of specimens and implants removed during surgery

January 31, 2011

Answer: Disposition of specimens and implants removed during surgery

December 9, 2010

Answer: Breast implant after explantation

December 9, 2010

Answer: Breast implant after explantation

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