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Will the Capsule Remain if Breast Implants Leak?

asked 3 years ago by art1stnath in quebec, canada
Latest answer by Bahram Ghaderi, MD
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If my breast implants leak and are encapsulated, will the capsule remain?

3 answers to Will the Capsule Remain if Breast Implants Leak?

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Yes, the capsule will remain

The capsule is part of your body's tissue - it is a scar that forms around the implant. Therefore, if the implant breaks or even if it is removed, the capsule will remain. The capsule can only be removed surgically. There is no need to remove the capsule if it is not thickened and not causing any symptoms. If the capsule is thickened and causing discomfort and/or you are removing your implants, then the capsule can be removed surgically. Discuss your goals with your surgeon.
Bahram Ghaderi, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Yes

The capsule that forms around an implants is permanent. It will remain if a device fails or is removed (if the capsule is not removed as well).
Michael S. Beckenstein, MD

Birmingham Plastic Surgeon
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Yes.

The capsule is the layer of collagen that forms around all implants so all implants are encapsulated. When an implant leaks or is deflated, the capsule will still be there but not under the pressure of the implant volume. Often, someone will be told that their implants are encapsulated, meaning the implants are hard, but that is not entirely correct. What they mean is that the capsule has contracted forming what is known as capsular contracture which translates clinically into a firmness or... more
Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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