Silicone Breast Implant Rupture Triggered by Infection Leading to Skin Ulceration: A Case Report

Silicone breast implants (SBIs) are commonly used for breast reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. However, long-term complications associated with SBI, such as rupture and infection, require careful monitoring. Here, we report a case in which coronavirus disease 2019 infection led to immunosuppression and secondary bacterial infection, resulting in skin ulceration and eventual removal of the SBI. This case highlights the potential complications of long-term use of SBI and the need for careful postoperative monitoring.

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Cureus
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2024-12-11
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.75556
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Breast Implant and Reconstruction
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Abstract

Silicone breast implants (SBIs) are commonly used for breast reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. However, long-term complications associated with SBI, such as rupture and infection, require careful monitoring. Here, we report a case in which coronavirus disease 2019 infection led to immunosuppression and secondary bacterial infection, resulting in skin ulceration and eventual removal of the SBI. This case highlights the potential complications of long-term use of SBI and the need for careful postoperative monitoring.

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