Information for Women about the Safety of Silicone Breast Implants [Paperback]

Martha Grigg (Editor), Stuart Bondurant (Editor), Virginia L. Ernster (Editor), Roger Herdman (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 17, 2000

When the Institute of Medicine began their comprehensive study of the safety of silicone breast implants, they heard directly from many women who suffer severe systemic illnesses. While convinced that in most instances the implants were not causally related to their conditions, the committee noted that many women felt strongly that they were not provided with adequate information on which to base their decision to have these implants. This short, 16-page guide puts this vital information in simple terms for women who have had implants or are considering them. Learn the risks - and the facts - today.

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Book Description

When the Institute of Medicine began their comprehensive study of the safety of silicone breast implants, they heard directly from many women who suffer severe systemic illnesses. While convinced that in most instances the implants were not causally related to their conditions, the committee noted that many women felt strongly that they were not provided with adequate information on which to base their decision to have these implants. This short, 16-page guide puts this vital information in simple terms for women who have had implants or are considering them. Learn the risks -- and the facts -- today.

About the Author

Martha Grigg, Stuart Bondurant, Virginia L. Ernster, and Roger Herdman, Editors

Product Details

• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: National Academies Press; 1 edition (March 17, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0309065933
• ISBN-13: 978-0309065931
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.7 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,449,596 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)