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Breast Implant

Also known as: 보형물, 가슴 보형물

Published 2026-09-14Updated 2026-09-14
Definition

A breast implant is a silicone-shell medical device filled with silicone gel or saline that is placed to enlarge or reconstruct the breast.

Key facts

PredicateValueSource
Device typeSilicone shell filled with silicone gel or saline; regulated medical device[1]
Known risksRupture, capsular contracture, need for imaging adaptations, possible replacement[1]

Overview

Implants are regulated medical devices. Long-term considerations include rupture, capsular contracture, the need for imaging adaptations, and possible replacement or removal. Regulators also monitor rare implant-associated conditions.

Evidence & claims

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ClaimTypeEvidenceSource
Breast implants are not lifetime devices and may require replacement.riskhighBreast enlargement (implants)

References

Independent source ratio 100% (1/1)
  1. Level A · governmentBreast enlargement (implants) — NHS (UK National Health Service) · accessed 2026-09-14
Change history
Initial publication · 2026-09-14