Breast enhancement by injectable materials is known to be used for decades. Possible complications can lead to complex management issues for treating physicians. This case demonstrates the challenges in managing giant siliconomas of the breasts, especially concerning breast reconstruction, in the quest for an aesthetically pleasing outcome with minimum risks.

Injectable silicone has been used illegally for more than 60 years. Siliconoma is the term used to describe a foreign body reaction in the human body caused by the presence of silicone. The aim of this study is to report two cases of patients who underwent application of large volumes of injectable silicone with non-medical and unqualified professionals, which led to serious complications sometime after the procedure.
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