Methods A systematic search of PubMed, OVID MEDLINE and the Cochrane Library
databases was performed to identify common complications associated with implant-based …

Soft-tissue augmentation and implants are increasingly seen by the radiologist as more
techniques emerge for a variety of indications and locations. Some surgical and implant …

Background Complications after silicone implantation, with silicone extravasation being the
most severe, remain a safety issue in breast implantation surgery. The purpose of our study …

The number of women undergoing breast implant procedures is increasing exponentially. It
is, therefore, imperative for a radiologist to be familiar with the normal and abnormal imaging …

Introduction Silicone breast implants (SBI) may induce systemic autoimmune disease as part
of autoimmune syndrome induced by adjuvants (ASIA). This syndrome bears similarities to …

Most breast implants currently used in both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery have a
silicone outer shell, which, despite much progress, remains susceptible to mechanical …

With the emergence of state-of-the art implant technology and advanced surgical
techniques, plastic surgeons face challenging problems, such as identification of a specific …

Background: Asian women are stereotypically characterized by a slim body, smaller breasts
and areolae, and larger nipples when compared with White women. They would therefore …

Background: Currently, 8 different brands of a silicone gel–filled breast implant are
commercially available in Korea. But the superiority of short-term safety has not been …

Background The treatment of a tuberous breast deformity has changed over the years, with a
large variety of procedures described. However, maintaining a long-lasting breast contour is …