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Tips for diagnosising silicone-induced granuloma of a breast implant capsule (SIGBIC)
| Sign | MRI sequence | Tips | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main findings | Mass | T2 weighted | Heterogeneous high signal |
| Black drop | Dynamic | Hyposignal focus at the interface between the mass and the prosthesis | |
| Enhancement | Dynamic | Late enhancement (4 min) | |
| Associated findings | Fluid collection | Dynamic | No enhancement |
| Contracture | Dynamic | Thickening and enhancement of the whole capsule |
