Allergan’s Recall Leads to More Disturbing Findings for Textured Implants
In the wake of Allergan’s recall of their textured breast implants, new research is emerging that textured implants may be linked to breast cancer recurrence and worse breast cancer outcomes. According to JAMA Surgery, a medical journal, a “statistically significant association” is shown using textured implants. I want to be clear; this is separate data […]
What Do Doctors Know About BIA-ALCL, The Cancer Caused By Allergan Breast Implants?
Textured breast implants manufactured by Allergan have faced recalls due to the increased risk that they can cause breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL). While this type of cancer is classified as being “rare,” it is still vital that oncologists and surgeons understand the symptoms and how this disease should be treated. At Colson […]
Understanding BIA-ALCL – The Cancer At The Center Of The Allergan Lawsuits
Women who have gotten breast implants should never have to worry about whether the implant will cause them harm. These medical devices should be safe. Unfortunately, we now know that textured breast implants, particularly those manufactured by Allergan, can lead to cancer. Here, the award-winning team from Colson Hicks Eidson wants to discuss breast implant-associated […]
