The PIP scandal In 2010, it was became apparent that something was amiss with PIP breast implants. It was realised that the incidences of rupture in women with PIP implants far exceeded those of other implants. This was due to French company PIP’s use of sub-standard silicone gel that caused the implants’ casing to split – causing pain, swelling, redness and a change in feel and appearance of the breasts
