Dr. G performs anaplastic large cell lymphoma surgery to remove breast implants that have caused cancer to develop. In most cases, this is the only treatment needed.
I have textured breast implants. I don’t see any symptoms, but I’m still very concerned. What should I do?
If you have textured implants but are experiencing no adverse symptoms, there’s likely no need to be worried. Be sure to schedule yearly reviews with your physician to ensure you stay as healthy as possible.
Which implant is more likely to cause BIA-ALCL: saline or silicone?
Whether a breast implant is saline or silicone makes no difference when it comes to BIA-ALCL development. The main factor seems to be whether or not the breast implant is textured or not.