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Breast implants, common complications, and concurrent breast disease

B G Steinbach1, N S Hardt, P L Abbitt

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville 32610-0374.

Radiographics : a Review Publication of the Radiological Society of North America, Inc
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Imaging women with breast implants presents unique challenges due to altered breast tissue and potential complications. Understanding implant types and associated risks is crucial for accurate diagnosis and patient care.

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Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Breast Imaging

Background:

  • Approximately 2 million American women have prosthetic breast implants.
  • Various implant types exist, including silicone gel, saline, and tissue expanders.
  • Breast lesions in implant patients require specialized imaging evaluation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the unique imaging needs of patients with breast implants.
  • To discuss challenges faced by mammographers in imaging these patients.
  • To emphasize the importance of recognizing implant-related complications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common breast implant types.
  • Discussion of potential implant complications (hematoma, infection, rupture, granulomas).
  • Emphasis on evaluating breast lesions similarly to non-implant patients.

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Main Results:

  • Breast tissue with implants is more difficult to image.
  • Implant patients face risks of complications such as hematoma, infection, and rupture.
  • Accurate diagnosis requires familiarity with implant types and complications.

Conclusions:

  • Specialized imaging techniques are essential for women with breast implants.
  • Awareness of implant types and complications aids mammographers.
  • Improved diagnostic accuracy benefits patients with breast implants and concurrent disease.