The patient proceeds with breast implant surgery. She comes to see you a few weeks later for a follow-up visit. She is planning to get pregnant, and is concerned about the adverse effects of silicone on the baby. Which of the following is the most appropriate response?

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The patient proceeds with breast implant surgery.  She comes to see you a few weeks later for a follow-up visit.  She is planning to get pregnant, and is concerned about the adverse effects of silicone on the baby. Which of the following is the most appropriate response?

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Explanation: Although there is a lot of concern about the harmful effects of silicone from breast implants crossing the placenta and entering the fetal circulation, there is no evidence that having silicone breast implants causes any harmful effects, such as birth defects or any other neurological abnormalities, on the developing fetus. (Choices B, C, D and E) There is no evidence of a higher incidence of birth defects or disorders in children born to women with silicone implants. Postponing the pregnancy is not necessary. Educational objective: Silicone breast implants do not cause any disease or defects in the developing fetus.

The Patient Proceeds with Breast Implant Surgery