How do I know if my Allergan implants are recalled?

How do I know if my Allergan implants are recalled?

Contact go to www.BIOCELLinformation.com to reach out to Allergan Aesthetics to determine if the company has their implant information. Contact their surgeon or hospital where they received implants to determine if the surgeon or hospital has records of their implant information.

Is Allergan paying for implant removal?

Are surgery fees covered? No. As part of this program, Allergan will not be providing surgical fee assistance. This decision is aligned with the FDA’s recommendation not to remove textured implants or other types of breast implants in patients who have no symptoms of BIA-ALCL.

Should I have my Allergan implants removed?

The current recommendation from the FDA is that women with Allergan BIOCELL implants that do not have symptoms do not require removal. As long as you have your breast implant(s), you should monitor your breast area for any changes.

What percentage of breast implants go wrong?

Risks associated with breast implants While the majority of breast implant operations go smoothly, there are risks associated with the procedure. The following complications occur in at least 1 percent of breast implant patients at any time.

Can you sue for recalled breast implants?

Because of this, some consumers file defective medical device lawsuits against the manufacturers. If your Allergan implants had to be removed or revised due to BIA-ALCL, you may be eligible to file an Allergan recall lawsuit to recover damages for your pain and suffering, lost wages, medical bills, and attorney fees.

What are Allergan implants?

Allergan Inc.’s breast implants include saline and silicone devices used in breast augmentation and reconstruction. In July 2019, the company issued a worldwide recall of its textured implants after the Food and Drug Administration linked the devices to a rare cancer. …

What is a grade 4 capsular contracture?

Grade 4: Like grade three capsular contracture, grade four capsular contracture causes the breasts to become hard and misshapen. Patients with grade four capsular contracture also experience breast soreness; their breasts will often be tender and painful to the touch.

Where can I find out about the Allergan recall?

For specific questions about the recalled products, contact the manufacturer, Allergan, at [email protected] or call 1-800-678-1605 option #2. For general questions about the recall, contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) at [email protected] or call 800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100.

Is the Allergan Natrelle Saline filled mammary implant approved?

Allergan Natrelle Saline-Filled Breast Implants (formerly McGhan RTV Saline-Filled Mammary Implant) approved under P990074. The following are the textured styles:

Are there any recalls on Allergan Biocell textured devices?

A list of Allergan’s BIOCELL textured devices marketed in the U.S. that will be voluntarily recalled can be found at the end of this communication. The FDA’s analysis was attributed to a new worldwide reported total of 573 unique BIA-ALCL cases including 33 patient deaths.