Summary
Silicone breast implant made by Surgitek Corporation, USA in 1991. Distributed by Zimmer Australia, Frenchs Forest, NSW.
Packaged in a clear, pentagonal-shaped plastic box with navy lining.
Implant used to alter the shape and size of a woman's breast for the purposes of cosmetic surgery, or breast reconstruction after breast cancer treatment.
Physical Description
Circular silicone housed in plastic case.
Significance
Example of contemporary medical prostheses used in Victoria, Australia.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Zimmer Australia Pty Ltd, by Jan 1992
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Manufacturer
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Distributor
Zimmer Australia Pty Ltd, Unit 1, 1 Skyline Place, Frenchs Forest, New South Wales, Australia, 1991
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Inscriptions
In centre of implant: "DOW CORNING WRIGHT / 375 CC"
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Overall Dimensions
3 cm (Height), 11 cm (Outside Diameter)
BOX 17.5 BY 17.5 BY 7.2 CM
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Exhibition Collection Management
3 mm (Height)
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