Booklet warns of potential problems with breast implant surgery

THE potential problems associated with breast implant surgery are detailed in a new booklet launched yesterday by Tánaiste and Health Minister Mary Harney.

Booklet warns of potential problems with breast implant surgery

The booklet is a response to a call by both the European Parliament and European Commission for more information for women considering breast implant surgery.

Up to 80% of breast implant surgery in the EU is cosmetic. It is one of Ireland’s most popular cosmetic surgery treatments, with an estimated one in 30 women undergoing the procedure at a cost of around €5,500 per person.

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