Allergan issues a world wide recall of textured breast implants

Really - that long ago?  

I remember that this issue was raised at least 9 years ago. 

Hello everyone,
I have attached the link below to a recent video clip re Textured Implant Q & A with BreastSurgANZ
https://www.facebook.com/BreastCancerNetworkAustralia/videos/917246328653278/

Sounds like the knee prosthesis saga a while ago where some people's bodies went black and some people had to have their legs amputated.  This was all because the company apparently outsourced the prosthesis and a non-medical grade metal was used .... what the ?????
When will these companies be held responsible for the issue before they become a further health risk ?
Don't they keep records of where the bits go and why can't they take proactive action to alert recipients earlier rather than later so damage to human life is reduced  ?
Soooo over these chemical and medical companies.

So many woman will be fearful of their implants now, even those wuth smooth. Although recognised as a small number thst may develop cancer is no comfort to those who currently have them in. 

@LizzyB
No no rant away!
It's bloody unfair!  Blind faith as how would you or me or anyone else know they are sus!
It's damned infuriating! 
Timely for me as I have review with breast surgeon next week!
Regardless of manufacturer how do we know they are safe and suitable? 
Take care 

I find it interesting that Allergan uses words like ‘world wide recall’, and say it’s not ok to continue using these products - but this is cold comfort for women like myself who have these implants. It makes me cross that they are advocating to patients to wait until there is a problem... in my mind I may as well have left my breasts ... at least I could have them properly screened.....Yes there is always Ultra sound but it is not definitive and of course MRI... $350 🤬🤬🤬 I know this as I recently had swelling -( which thankfully turned out to be a torn chest muscle... ) I am at the risky 8 year mark so I think for my own peace of mind I will be financially out of pocket to have the implants changed over now. ... would be nice if these wealthy companies gave a damn and put some $ towards our plight... it’s easy for them, it’s not their lives or their bodies .... ok rant over ......