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[Siliconomas. A case report].

Lorena Gutiérrez1, Alfonso Montes

  • 1Corporación Nacional de Cáncer, Capellán Abarzúa 037, Providencia, Santiago. loligutierrez@hotmail.com

Revista Medica De Chile
|September 19, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Liquid silicone breast injections, though developed in the 1950s, can cause complications like siliconomas. This case highlights the importance of recognizing these risks in breast augmentation patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Radiology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Liquid silicone breast injection is a controversial augmentation method originating in Japan.
  • Despite known local and systemic complications, this technique persists in some regions, including Chile.

Observation:

  • A 41-year-old woman presented with breast pain and a palpable nodule in her left breast.
  • The patient had undergone silicone breast injections one year prior to consultation.

Findings:

  • Clinical evaluation confirmed the presence of siliconomas, a known complication of liquid silicone injections.
  • Comprehensive radiological assessment, including mammography, ultrasound, and breast MRI, was performed to characterize the siliconomas.
  • The physical examination findings are also detailed in the report.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential for delayed complications from liquid silicone breast injections.
  • Accurate diagnosis and characterization using multimodal imaging are crucial for managing siliconomas.
  • Highlights the need for awareness among healthcare providers regarding this persistent, albeit risky, cosmetic procedure.

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