Supraclavicular lymphadenopathy: An unexpected consequence of breast implant rupture

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Elayyan, Rasheed, Abdullah, Rebaz and Fasih, Tani (2025) Supraclavicular lymphadenopathy: An unexpected consequence of breast implant rupture. Journal of Surgical Case Reports, 2025 (5). ISSN 2042-8812

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Abstract

Supraclavicular lymphadenopathy is a rare manifestation of silicone lymphadenopathy, a complication arising from breast implant rupture. We present a case of a 39-year-old woman with a history of bilateral breast augmentation using Poly Implant Prothèse implants who developed left breast swelling and progressive supraclavicular lymphadenopathy. Imaging revealed rupture of the left implant with silicone migration to supraclavicular lymph nodes, confirmed by the characteristic "snowstorm"sign on ultrasound. Surgical intervention involved bilateral implant removal and partial capsulectomy, with histopathological evaluation showing benign findings. Silicone lymphadenopathy, though typically associated with axillary nodes, can extend to cervical region posing diagnostic challenges. This case highlights the importance of considering silicone lymphadenopathy in patients with unexplained cervical lymphadenopathy and a history of breast implants. Diagnostic imaging and patient-centered management strategies remain crucial in addressing this rare but significant condition. Published by Oxford University Press and JSCR Publishing Ltd.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	breast implant rupture,breast implants,cervical lymphadenopathy,supraclavicular lymphadenopathy,surgery ,/dk/atira/pure/subjectarea/asjc/2700/2746
Related URLs:	http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?...
Depositing User:	LivePure Connector
Date Deposited:	22 Aug 2025 15:30
Last Modified:	26 Aug 2025 10:30
URI:	https://ueaeprints.uea.ac.uk/id/eprint/100222
DOI:	10.1093/jscr/rjaf308

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