Silicone Breast Implants Come Under Scrutiny By The FDA
Breast implants are a common procedure around the world. Tens of millions of women receive them for reconstructive or cosmetic reasons in the U.S. alone. With such a common procedure affecting so many women, any rare side effects could affect tens of thousands of people. Parker Waichman has already extensively covered the risk of … [Read more...] about Silicone Breast Implants Come Under Scrutiny By The FDA
French-Made Silicone Breast Implant Scare
A Silicone Breast Implant May Cause Cancer. Fears that a recalled silicone breast implant could cause a rare form of cancer are spreading around the world. According to a report in The New York Times, regulator in at least a half dozen countries are trying to ease fears among women who have received silicone breast … [Read more...] about French-Made Silicone Breast Implant Scare
FDA Panel Says ‘No’ to Silicone Implants
Silicone Implants Health Effects. A Food and Drug Administration advisory panel recommended today against allowing silicone breast implants back on the market, citing concerns about possible health effects and design problems that cause some to break prematurely. The vote to disapprove the application by Inamed Corp. of … [Read more...] about FDA Panel Says ‘No’ to Silicone Implants
