The hydromark breast biopsy site marker is used to mark tissue during a percutaneous breast biopsy procedure, be visible under ultrasound for at least 6 weeks, and be permanently visible by x-ray and mri.It was reported by a patient on (b)(6) 2020, "i had one of your clips implanted after a breast biopsy in (b)(6).10 days later i had and infection that was treated for 20 days.I still have redness around the surgical site.At this point in time i am wondering if i am having an allergic reaction to the clip and or the gel that is around the clip that was implanted and i need to have further information on the product.Model # 4010-02-15-t1." after reaching out for more information concerning the allegation of an allergic reaction, the patient stated that she is an allergic person and not sure if she is allergic to titanium.The doctor could not confirm what caused the redness on her breast but did prescribe the patient antibiotics.The patient is no longer on the antibiotics and not further treatment was given.She mentioned she will be looking into testing if she is allergic to titanium in the future.
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