What Is Done With The Original Implant After Breast Implant Revision?

Most facilities consider implants of any kind to be bio-hazzardous (considered dangerous because of possible contamination with blood-borne diseases). Therefore, not allowed to be taken home. Good luck, Dr. H

After a typical implant exchange for cosmetic reasons, implants are discarded with the rest of the medical waste.  In reconstructive cases, the implants are often briefly identified by a pathologist for billing reasons.  In the event of an implant deflation, the deflated implant is sent to the manufacturer to verify the claim and to study the implant for a possible cause of the failure.  Each surgical facility has their own policy when it comes to letting patients keep items such as implants.  Patients who wish to hold onto their old implants as souvenirs should discuss their situation with their surgeon and the surgical facility well in advance of their procedure.