breast augmentation

GPTKB entity

Statements (33)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf medical procedure
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs augmentation mammoplasty
gptkbp:averageDurationOfImplants 10-20 years
gptkbp:commonImplantTypes saline implants
silicone implants
gptkbp:commonIncisionSites inframammary fold
periareolar
transaxillary
gptkbp:commonReasons correction of asymmetry
cosmetic enhancement
post-mastectomy reconstruction
gptkbp:contraindication active infection
untreated cancer
gptkbp:designer yes (implants can be removed)
gptkbp:firstPerformed 1960s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label breast augmentation
gptkbp:notableComplications anaplastic large cell lymphoma (rare)
gptkbp:performedBy gptkb:physician
gptkbp:purpose improve breast shape
increase breast size
restore breast volume
gptkbp:regulates FDA (in the United States)
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:physician
gptkb:breast_reconstruction
gptkbp:restored several weeks
gptkbp:riskFactor infection
breast pain
capsular contracture
implant rupture
gptkbp:uses fat transfer
breast implants
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:breast
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5