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What is a prudent length of time for drains after explant with capsulectomy?

Going for explant of 25 plus years original over implants. Right has baker 3 contracture (very hard) with leak. Left (can't even tell

Is it okay to not have a wrap after explant?

I have two drains in and stitches underneath breasts but no wrap. Why no wrap? Thanks

Seroma after capsulectomy and explant of silicone implants. What do you suggest I do to get rid of it?

Hello it's been three weeks since I had a capsulectomy and explant of silicone implants under the muscle. Drains on for 3 days. It appears

Are drains required for a simple explant without capsulectomy done under local anesthesia?

Is it possible to avoid seromas without using drains for this simple procedure? Does the surgeon need to use a special technique to prevent

When will I start wearing a surgical or sports bra?

I had my implants removed and breast lift revised last Friday (today is wednesday) I still have my drains in and am wrapped in an ace

Why 3+months after explant do the pockets keep filling with fluid?

Over 3 months ago i had my small over the muscle silicone implants removed.. was fine a couple weeks then they blew up larger than when i

After drains are removed, where does the fluid go?

My drains were removed 5 days ago, as they were collecting very little fluid. However, the area near the site where the drain was is a

Textured Breast Implant Removal - Should I consider a capsulectomy?

Im scheduled for a textured implant removal (subglandular) d/t pain and suffering. During initial consult we discussed having drains and

What are signs of infection? What are the options if infected? Can I have antibiotics over removal? (Photos)

I was shaking & cold this was followed by serve pain in my mid back & chest I had my BA silicone 425cc mentor dual plane placed 3