Breast Implants
Supplemental Studies
Immunohistology
- The cells associated with pseudo-synovial metaplasia of the implant capsule are CD68 positive
- No specific synovial markers are available for testing
Polarization
| Substance | Birefringence |
|---|---|
| Silicone | No |
| Polyurethane | No |
| Talc | Yes, maltese-cross |
| Silica | Yes, needle-like crystals |
