Cosmetic and reconstructive prosthesis containing a biologically compatible rupture indicator
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Aug 13, 2004
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Feb 6, 2003
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A prosthesis containing a rupture indicator is disclosed, which includes an indicator lumen enclosed by an indicator lumen envelope made of at least one layer of elastomer containing therein a biologically compatible chemical indicator and a carrier medium; and at least one implant lumen enclosed by an implant lumen envelope made of at least one layer of elastomer, disposed within the indicator lumen. The implant lumen contains therein an implant filling material. Also disclosed is a single lumen prosthesis which includes an envelope made of elastomer containing therein an implant filling material and a biocompatible chemical indicator in a carrier medium. Further disclosed is a method of detecting rupture of a prosthesis, which includes surgically implanting the prosthesis containing a biologically compatible chemical indicator in a desired location of a patient's body and monitoring a change of a body excretion or secretion for indication of prosthesis rupture.
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