World-first breast implant trial aims to provide safer alternative to silicone | ABC News

Doctors in Australia have performed a world-first operation replacing a woman's faulty breast implants with a 3D printed version. The procedure marks the start of human trials of the technology.
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Researchers hope it will lead to a more natural alternative to people wanting reconstructive surgery after breast cancer.
Medical reporter Sophie Scott has the story.

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