It was reported that the patient presented one day following the generator placement procedure with purpura and mild site swelling but the patient declined to be admitted to the hospital.The patient returned four days later for a wound check.The patient reported since implant procedure, increased swelling with tracking to both breasts, and the left breast was swollen and warm.The patient also reported shortness of breath, and nausea.The patient was hospitalized, and diagnostic testing revealed pocket hematoma bleeding.It was noted that the shortness of breath was thought to be due to anemia from pocket hematoma bleeding.A hematoma evacuation was performed, and antibiotic treatment was administered.No further patient complications have been reported as a result of this event.The patient is a participant in a clinical study.
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