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[Clinical results of breast augmentation with polyacrylamide hydrogel injection].

Authors :
Hu H
Liu X
Zhu H
Gong L
Li Z
Source :
Zhonghua zheng xing wai ke za zhi = Zhonghua zhengxing waike zazhi = Chinese journal of plastic surgery [Zhonghua Zheng Xing Wai Ke Za Zhi] 2002 Mar; Vol. 18 (2), pp. 81-2.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Objective: To investigate the complications in 16 patients who had breast augmentation with polyacrylamide hydrogel injection. The distribution and late changes of the injected material was observed.<br />Methods: The physical signs and symptoms of the 16 patients were classified. Ultrasound and infrared examinations or MRI were used in some cases.<br />Results: Two patients had operations for extraction. The injection material was distributed in the muscles diffusely, or existed in the breast and subcutaneous tissue as many masses.<br />Conclusion: The reliability of this injection method for breast augmentation is in doubt.

Details

Language :
Chinese
ISSN :
1009-4598
Volume :
18
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Zhonghua zheng xing wai ke za zhi = Zhonghua zhengxing waike zazhi = Chinese journal of plastic surgery
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
12192766