Breast Implants

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Is a:

Medical Device

Definition:

Implants used to reconstruct and/or cosmetically enhance the female breast. They have an outer shell or envelope of silicone elastomer and are filled with either saline or silicone gel. The outer shell may be either smooth or textured.

Synonyms:

Breast Implant
Breast Prostheses, Internal
Breast Prosthesis, Internal
Implant, Breast
Implants, Breast
Internal Breast Prostheses
Internal Breast Prosthesis
Prostheses, Internal Breast
Prosthesis, Internal Breast

Broader Topics:

Prostheses and Implants

Narrower Topics:

None

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