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FDA panel keeps silicone gel implants available pending more tests
A FDA advisory panel unanimously urged keeping silicone gel breast implants on the market while further safety studies proceed. The recommendation sparks debate with Public Citizen condemning the ongoing women’s exposure as a massive experiment, while ASIRFS leaders praise the medical value for cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. About 2 million women have had implants since 1976, with 150000 operations annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidney Wolfe
Public Citizen Health Research Group
Washington, D.C
American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Garry Brody
ASFRS
FDA
Congress
American Medical Association
American Cancer Society
Cindy
National Women's 8 Health Network
Don Corning Wright