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High RiskFDAfda-Z-0367-2022STERILITY ISSUE

MENTOR Saline-Filled Breast Implants are constructed from room temperature vulcanized silicone elastomer, made of polydimethylsiloxane. ...

Units Affected
28,348
Recall Date
September 30, 2021
Issuing Agency
Hazard
Sterility Issue

FDA Recall Notice

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0367-2022.

Due to a manufacturing issue, Implant may have a potentially weakened area on the base patch portion of the implant which may cause leakage/deflation of the affected device.

Corrective Action (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0367-2022.

Recall ongoing. Follow firm instructions.

✅ What you should do

  1. Stop using the product if you own it.
  2. Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
  3. Contact Mentor Texas, Lp. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
  4. For the most current official instructions, visit the FDA recall page.
  5. If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to FDA.

Consumer Contact (per FDA)

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) — official FDA notice for recall FDA-Z-0367-2022.

Mentor Texas, LP.

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Mentor Texas, Lp. Recall FAQ

Mentor Texas, Lp. is the subject of a medical implants safety report: MENTOR Saline-Filled Breast Implants are constructed from room temperature vulcanized silicone elastomer, made of polydimethylsiloxane. .... The notice was published on September 30, 2021 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Approximately 28,348 units are potentially affected.