Explant Express Receives FDA Clearance for Breast Implant Suction Retrieval Device

Applied Medical Technology, Inc. (AMT) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted 510(k) clearance for Explant Express, a breast implant removal device designed to support efficient, controlled explantation of ruptured silicone breast implants.

Explant Express is a breast implant suction retrieval device engineered to help plastic and reconstructive surgeons remove ruptured implants while minimising contact between silicone gel and the surgical field. By connecting to standard operating room suction, the device simplifies ruptured breast implant explantation without adding capital equipment or requiring advanced training.

"FDA clearance of Explant Express represents an important milestone in advancing tools that support efficiency, cleanliness, and control during ruptured breast implant removal procedures," said Joseph Harr, Surgical Sales Manager at Applied Medical Technology, Inc. "Traditional explantation techniques can be time-consuming and messy. Explant Express was designed to reduce operating time and help maintain a clean surgical field - without disrupting existing workflows."

Explant Express is intended for use during ruptured breast implant explantation procedures and features an intuitive, ergonomic design suitable for a wide range of implant sizes.

Key features of Explant Express include:

Rapid removal of ruptured silicone breast implants

Universal suction compatibility with standard operating room equipment

Ergonomic, no-slip design suitable for all hand sizes

Separable chamber allowing post-procedural inspection of retrieved material