Latest update: 17 October 2016
Updated 23 November 2018
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MHRA Director of Devices John Wilkinson said:
“The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has today published their report into the safety of Silimed breast implants and indicates that the risk to patients is low.
“We are currently liaising with the European Independent Clinical Expert Advisory Group about the safety of these products and will carefully evaluate their advice before we reach a finalised position.
“There is no suggestion in the RIVM report that women who have Silimed breast implants should seek to have them explanted or that any additional clinical follow-up is required.”
“If you have any questions about your implants, please speak to your implanting surgeon or clinic.”