The Explant Express connects to standard OR suction systems and is designed to contain silicone gel during surgical procedures.
Applied Medical Technology Inc has launched the Explant Express, a US Food and Drug Administration-cleared breast implant suction retrieval device designed to help plastic surgeons remove ruptured breast implants while reducing silicone spillage during explant and revision procedures.
The device connects to standard operating room suction systems and enables controlled removal of ruptured breast implants. It helps contain silicone gel and shell material to reduce surgical field contamination and support operating room efficiency, according to the Brecksville, Ohio-based medical device manufacturer.
Breast implant rupture is a known complication that may occur over time and often requires surgical removal. Traditional removal of ruptured implants can be time-consuming and may increase the risk of silicone gel spreading within the surgical pocket.
“Applied Medical Technology Inc is committed to developing practical solutions that address real procedural challenges,” says Joe Harr, surgical sales manager, in a release. “The Explant Express breast implant suction retrieval device was designed to help plastic surgeons improve efficiency and control when removing ruptured breast implants.”
Device Features and Design
The Explant Express includes several features designed for ruptured breast implant removal:
- Suction-assisted retrieval of ruptured breast implants
- Designed to help contain silicone gel and shell
- Compatible with standard operating room suction systems
- Ergonomic, no-slip design to support handling and control
- Separable chamber to allow inspection of retrieved material
- Universal design compatible with a range of breast implant sizes
The device was developed to address challenges associated with traditional removal methods by enabling rapid, suction-assisted retrieval of ruptured implant material.
The Explant Express is manufactured in the US and is now commercially available to plastic and reconstructive surgeons nationwide.
Photo caption: Explant Express
Photo credit: Applied Medical Technology Inc
