What Are the Risks of My Second Round of Breast Explant?

Thank you for your question. There are potential risks and complications with this procedure (as with any surgical procedure). Here are some of the potential risks associated with breast implant removal. Asymmetry: Almost everyone’s breasts are different to begin with and Dr. Pousti will do his best to make them as symmetric as possible — we can never guarantee that they will be perfect. Bleeding: blood loss in this surgery is minimal. It is important after surgery,... more

Thank you for the question. Generally speaking the cavity will collaps after esplantation and there should be no fluid build up unless capsule tommy is performed. The fluid in the cavity should be sent for pathological examination as well as the capsule. But, you do not have to have another set of implants placed.

It is recommended that your PIP implants be removed with total capsulectomy. You also mention you have fluid around the implant. It is very important that the fluid and the capsule be sent for pathological examination. the fluid sent for cytology. During surgery if there is any question of any abnormality in the capsule or in the smear of the fluid, that no replacement be done till the final pathology report comes back. Once healed copletely and depending on the final pathology... more