What is Saline breast expander implant?
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After the mastectomy the skin or tissue around the breast may not allow for immediate placement of an implant. The first stage is to insert a tissue expander which holds only a small amount of fluid. Once post-op healing is complete more saline is added until the implant reaches the desirable size.
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How do members experience Saline breast expander implant?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rupture of breast implant | 1 | 0 | |
| Skin thinning | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Nerve pain (neuralgia) | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 0 |
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