As more information becomes available MDA will reassess the situation and update interested parties accordingly. In the light of subsequent enquiries on the value of MRI for detecting implant rupture, this advice has been modified. Clinicians are now advised to be cautious when using MRI on women implanted with Trilucent TM breast implants. The Department of Health has published an information booklet for people considering breast implants. Risk associated with breast implants The Department of Health has taken action to ensure women considering breast implants have appropriate advice.
Every medical intervention carries some risk.
It is because such risks exist that women need to have accurate and complete information prior to deciding to have surgery. The risks associated with silicone gel breast implants, have been investigated on three occasions by independent expert groups working on behalf of the Department of Health. The latest of these, the Independent Review Group, concluded that the risks were no greater than for other implants, such as hip joints. MDA is not aware of any evidence suggesting that saline used to fill saline breast implants present any hazards. A booklet was published in October, summarising the key issues and suggesting questions women could ask to help them make an informed choice about surgery.