Are You Concerned About Your PIP Breast Implants?
If you are concerned about your breast implants the first port of call should be your GP or private clinic
It is estimated that over 40,000 women in the UK have received the banned Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) breast implants. If you are concerned about the safety of your implants you should contact your GP or private clinic.
To find out the latest legal information regarding PIP breast implants contact Duncan Gibbins Solicitors.
We have specialist medical negligence solicitors who can provide you with the very latest legal advice concerning the PIP breast implants. If you prefer, your enquiry can be dealt with by a female legal advisor and your claim handled by a female medical negligence solicitor.
PIP Breast Implants – Latest Legal Situation
As it is very early days, the legal situation regarding claims for compensation is currently uncertain. The French manufacturer of the implants have now gone into liquidation so claimants will be unable to make a medical negligence compensation claim against them.
However, there is the possibility that a claim for compensation could be brought against regulatory bodies who failed to stop the PIP breast implants from being used.
As the situation is presently unclear, we are asking any women concerned to contact us with their details. We will then be in touch when we have further information regarding possible claims for compensation.
PIP Breast Implants – Latest Medical Situation
The Department of Health has stated that in the majority of cases the removal of the PIP implant will not be necessary. However, if you have concerns about your PIP breast implant you should contact your GP who will be able to refer you for an ultrasound scan. If you received PIP breast implants from the NHS then they have stated that they will pay for the cost of any replacement.
If you underwent the procedure at a private clinic in England you should contact them to see if they are offering free breast implant replacements. Currently Spire, BMI, MYA and Nuffield Hospitals have agreed to remove and replace PIP implants after a consultation with a surgeon.
Latest Information From Private Clinics
Harley Medical Group – PIP Implant Patient Advice
Harley Medical Group – Frequently Asked Questions
Surgicare Medical Group – Patient Information
Transform Cosmetic Surgery Group – Questions Answered
The Hospital Group – Patient Advice
Court House Clinic -Latest News
If your private clinic refuses to remove the implants the Government has stated that it will step in to help patients based on a ‘clinical need’. However the Government has stated it will not foot the bill to have the implants replaced.
