Breast explant surgery is increasing as women seek to remove implants due to discomfort, health concerns, or changing personal preferences. The article highlights personal stories, medical perspectives, and the influence of social media, emphasizing the importance of bodily autonomy and informed decision-making.
A government-funded study suggests women with BRCA gene mutations may have up to a 16-fold increased risk of developing a rare blood cancer, BIA-ALCL, linked to textured breast implants, highlighting the importance of awareness and medical consultation for women considering or living with such implants.
Kylie Jenner revealed details of her breast augmentation on TikTok, sharing that she used 445 cc silicone implants with a moderate profile, placed half under the muscle, and performed by Dr. Garth Fisher. Plastic surgeons emphasize that such specifics are highly individual and should be tailored to each person's anatomy, but Jenner's transparency helps normalize cosmetic procedures.
Kylie Jenner revealed her breast implant details in response to a fan on TikTok, sharing specifics about her 445 cc silicone implants and her surgeon, Garth Fisher, highlighting her openness about her cosmetic procedures despite previous regrets.
Former Baywatch actress Nicole Eggert regrets getting breast implants at 18 to fill out her swimsuit, feeling exploited and uncomfortable on the show, and now advises young girls to "leave your bodies alone." She also disputes claims of feeling competitive with costar Pamela Anderson and is producing a documentary, Baywatch: The American Dream, to share her experiences and struggles from the show. Eggert, now facing a cancer diagnosis, reflects on her past and focuses on her future as a single mom, making peace with her experiences and speaking out about her allegations against her former costar.
Doctors used large breast implants as a temporary solution to keep 34-year-old Davey Bauer alive while he fought off a severe lung infection, allowing him to eventually undergo a double lung transplant. Bauer's lungs were extensively damaged due to smoking and vaping, and he developed an additional lung infection that antibiotics couldn't clear. Surgeons removed his infected lungs and used breast implants to temporarily support his heart and maintain blood flow. The implants were replaced with donor lungs a few days later. Despite the risks involved, the innovative procedure was successful, and Bauer is on track for a full recovery.
Doctors in St. Louis used DD breast implants to support a man's heart during a double lung transplant after his lungs were severely infected and had to be removed. The implants were necessary to keep his heart stable and allow his body to fight off the infection. The surgery was successful, and this innovative use of breast implants to support a heart after lung removal had never been done before. The patient, David "Davey" Bauer, now has a new lease on life and has nicknamed himself "DD Davey."
Israeli troops are advancing deeper into Gaza City, causing damage to multiple hospitals and prompting concerns about the safety of civilians. The U.S. has called for more to be done to protect Palestinians, but a broader deal to provide aid and secure the release of hostages held by Hamas has not yet been reached. Meanwhile, House Republicans are struggling to pass a short-term bill to avert a government shutdown, a Nashville college student has died after being hit by a stray bullet, and a Black boat captain involved in a brawl with white boaters in Alabama has been accused of assault. In other news, Republican presidential candidates are clashing over the mention of opponents' children, and a heartwarming story highlights how breast implants saved a man's life.
Surgeons at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago have successfully performed a double lung transplant using breast implants and an artificial lung for the first time. The patient, a former smoker and vaper, developed severe lung damage from vaping and two antibiotic-resistant infections following the flu. With both lungs removed, the surgeons used large breast implants to prevent the patient's heart from collapsing inside the chest cavity. The innovative procedure allowed the patient to survive until a suitable donor match was found. After the infected lungs were removed, the breast implants were taken out, and the donor lungs were transplanted. The patient is now recovering and grateful for a second chance at life.
Doctors used large breast implants as a temporary solution to keep 34-year-old Davey Bauer alive while he fought off a severe lung infection, allowing him to eventually undergo a double lung transplant. Bauer's lungs were extensively damaged due to smoking and vaping, leaving him too sick for a transplant. Surgeons had to overcome challenges such as clearing the infection and maintaining blood flow without lungs. The procedure, which involved removing Bauer's lungs and using breast implants as placeholders, was successful, and Bauer is now on track for a full recovery. The innovative approach may offer hope for saving people with infectious diseases who would not have survived in the past.
Beth Rutherford, a breast cancer survivor, decided to go flat after battling the disease multiple times. She joined a group of women called "flatties" who choose to live without breast implants. The aesthetic flat closure procedure, which tightens the remaining tissue, provides a flat and smooth appearance. More women are opting for this procedure due to concerns about implant illness. Rutherford had her implants removed and experienced improvements in her overall health. She now serves as a spokesperson for aesthetic flat closure, raising awareness about the procedure.
A woman shares her experience of being harassed by a coworker after learning about her breast implant surgery. The woman had undergone a double mastectomy due to a family history of breast cancer and opted for breast implants to improve her mental health and self-esteem. Her coworker mocked her and spread rumors about her surgery, leading to confrontations and a complaint to HR. The woman gathered evidence and support from other coworkers, resulting in the termination of the harasser. The incident highlights the negative attitudes towards plastic surgery and the importance of documenting workplace harassment.
The FDA approved the MiniMed 780G System for the management of type 1 diabetes mellitus, reopened the comment period for labeling of plant-based milk alternatives, authorized the Bateman Bottle Breast Implant Removal System, released educational materials on GMOs, and provided updates on COVID-19 testing. There are now 445 tests and sample collection devices authorized by the FDA under emergency use authorizations.