I had breast reduction surgery a few years ago, and last week I had my first mammogram. They found a staple left in me. When I contacted the surgeon he said it was used for a blood vessle and it's ok to leave in. Is this ok?
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September 10, 2015
Answer: A staple left from a breast reduction
September 10, 2015
Answer: A staple left from a breast reduction
March 10, 2015
Answer: Found a staple left from a breast reduction I had years ago, when I had a mammogram. Is it safe to leave it?
March 10, 2015
Answer: Found a staple left from a breast reduction I had years ago, when I had a mammogram. Is it safe to leave it?