What Happens to Silicone Leaked into Breast Tissue?

November 11, 2010
Asked By:anon5097 in New England

I've had silicone breast implants for over 30 years with no problems. Now despite even an MRI, doctors are undecided if the implant is ruptured or not. How urgent is it to get free silicone out of the breast and what does happen to free silicone? What is the proceedure to remove the silicone?

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February 8, 2011

Answer: Thirty year old breast implants and question of rupture

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Answer: Thirty year old breast implants and question of rupture

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Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 4, 2011

Answer: Silicone rupture

January 4, 2011

Answer: Silicone rupture

May 29, 2014

Answer: Removal of silicone

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May 29, 2014

Answer: Removal of silicone

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