How to do the bottle suction method for removal of a silicone gel breast implant

ANZ J Surg. 2019 Jun;89(6):758-759. doi: 10.1111/ans.15261. Epub 2019 May 13.

Abstract

There is a growing prevalence of silicone breast implant rupture and need for removal. This article identifies a novel method of removing silicone gel breast implants which addresses issues identified with the current methods. Our technique is an efficient and effective method but most importantly complies to strict Therapeutic Goods Administration guidelines for equipment used in surgery.

MeSH terms

  • Breast Implants*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Prosthesis Failure*
  • Silicone Gels*
  • Suction / instrumentation
  • Suction / methods*

Substances

  • Silicone Gels