Guest guest Posted April 4, 2006 Report Posted April 4, 2006 This is taken from the product data sheet. Although there have been no reports of autoimmune disease with the use of the LAGB System, autoimmune diseases/connective tissue disorders (i.e., systemic lupus erythematosus, scleroderma) have been reported following long-term implantation of other silicone devices. These conditions have primarily been hypothesized to be associated with silicone breast implants. There is currently no conclusive clinical evidence to substantiate a relationship between connective-tissue disorders and silicone implants. Definitive long-term epidemiological studies to further evaluate this possible association are currently underway. However, the surgeon should be aware that if autoimmune symptoms develop following implantation, definitive treatment and/or band removal may be indicated. Likewise, patients who exhibit pre-existing autoimmune symptoms should be carefully evaluated prior to implantation of the LAGB System and may not be appropriate candidates. Cheers Cath Quote
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