Seven years ago, the breast implants of one manufacturer were banned. They can cause cancer. In Estonia, their use was discontinued. Women who had them implanted were not informed.
One woman, Triin, shares her experience. She had implants placed 14 years ago. The doctor chose Allergan implants. They were popular.
In 2019, these implants were banned. They cause a rare cancer. In Estonia, patients were not notified. Triin found out only at the doctor's office.
There are many women in Estonia who may have them. The exact number is unknown. Doctors say there are hundreds of thousands of women.
The state does not know who is using them. Clinics should have informed, but they did not. Women are concerned about their health.
Triin was not diagnosed with cancer. She needs to replace the implants. She wants to know why she was not informed. Other women are also concerned.