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I recieved cohesive gel silicone breast implants in 2019 and told to get an mri every couple yrs. can i instead get an ultrasound to detect any punctures or tears?

Q: i recieved cohesive gel silicone breast implants in 2019 and told to get an mri every couple yrs. can i instead get an ultrasound to detect any punctures or tears?

: An ultrasound is not an appropriate or adequate substitute for an MRI, nor is the likely principle concern detection of punctures or tears. Since this is not a routine recommendation after breast implants, it is likely your doctors have additional concerns and therefore want more careful follow up. You should discuss that with them.

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An ultrasound is not an appropriate or adequate substitute for an MRI, nor is the likely principle concern detection of punctures or tears. Since this is not a routine recommendation after breast implants, it is likely your doctors have additional concerns and therefore want more careful follow up. You should discuss that with them.

Answered 5/17/2023

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A member asked:

I recieved cohesive gel silicone breast implants in 2019 and told to get an mri every couple yrs. can i instead get an ultrasound to detect any punctures or tears?

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