A simple technique for removing a silastic gel-filled breast implant through the axillary approach

Br J Plast Surg. 1989 Sep;42(5):613-4. doi: 10.1016/0007-1226(89)90058-1.

Abstract

We present a simple, atraumatic technique for removing a breast implant through a small incision following transaxillary breast augmentation, using straight artery forceps with jaws covered with a length of soft rubber catheter. This provides a gentle but firm grasp on the silicone gel-filled prosthesis for easy removal, without rupture.

MeSH terms

  • Breast*
  • Humans
  • Prostheses and Implants*
  • Silicone Elastomers
  • Surgery, Plastic / instrumentation
  • Surgery, Plastic / methods*

Substances

  • Silicone Elastomers