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Breast Biopsy Questions about the definition, risks and results of breast biopsy. |
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| 6/15/2012 | I am due for a breast aspiration with the needle in a few weeks. I also have breast implants and quite worried about rupture. Also where do I find information on liabilty of who would be responsible if the implant did rupture. I would think the hospital would be if they ruptured it with the needle? And / or how many rupture during mammograms at your hospital? | ||
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| 6/15/2012 | You would need to discuss your concerns in detail with the physician who is going to perform the needel aspiration. Most implants are placed behind the muscle, which makes 'rupture' of the implant next to impossible. Consult with the breast plastic reconstructive surgeon who placed your implants originally. | ||
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