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Patient reported right side "i have been having persistent pain and the doctor told me there was scar tissue and that i needed a biopsy." later, patient reported, "rupture" and "exchange from a textured to smooth breast implant due to concern with the product." the device remains implanted.
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A review of the device history record has been completed.No deviations or non-conformances noted.Further information from the reporter regarding event, product, or patient details has been requested.No additional information is available at this time.Reason for reoperation: rupture.
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Device evaluation: visual analysis of the returned device identified one extended opening, flat creases and red particles material was found on the shell.A weight test of the device was verified and the device was within specification.A microscopic analysis was performed which identified one sharp edge opening in the shell with stress marks and wear abrasion.A dimension measurement in the shell was performed which identify the thickness within specification.Based on the device analysis the final assessment is: a sharp edge opening in the shell with stress marks in the side posterior assessed as surgical impact opening.Additional, changed, and/or corrected data: b5, b6, d6b, d9, g1, g2, h3, h4, h6.
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