41.   The implants are relatively painless and quick, but they remain controversial because their long-term effectiveness is not known.

42.   The implant is a receiver that is wired to an electrode, which stimulates the cochlea, an organ in the inner ear.

43.   The implant itself is battery-operated, and can be read by computer.

44.   The multifocal implant may be within a year of market approval here.

45.   The study also finds insufficient evidence to conclude that implants are the cause of connective tissue disease.

46.   This policy suggests that the FDA believes the implants are at least reasonably safe.

47.   Unless the FDA finds fault with the application, the implant could be on the market by early next year.

48.   While courts have upheld such claims, a number of scientific studies have found no evidence that breast implants are harmful.

49.   A hospital spokeswoman said no such procedure occurred Wednesday and would not comment on whether a second implant was imminent.

50.   A saline-filled breast implant is the most common choice.