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Revision for Ruptured Breast Implants That Leaked into Lymph Nodes?

asked 2 years ago by judrop in essex
Latest answer by Steven Wallach, MD
Question viewed 345 times
Tags: breasts, female, revision, rupture

I had breast implants done 11 years ago. I just found out that one implant has ruptured and leaked into my lymph nodes. I'm waiting to hear from the hospital about the removal, but I want them re-done because my breasts were awful due to pregnancy. How long do I have to wait to get revision, after the ruptured implants are removed from my lymph nodes?

4 answers to Revision for Ruptured Breast Implants That Leaked into Lymph Nodes?

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Implant exchange

If one of your implants has ruptured, my preference is to remove the old one and replace it with a new one in the same setting.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Removing ruptured implants and replacing them at the same time

What you are describing should be done in one surgery to save you an unnecessary extra anesthetic. Removing the implant material, capsules, and as much extravasated get as would be safe sould be immediately followed by implant replacement in a case where you want another implant. Some patients don't want new ones.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Removal and replacement of breast implants can be performed simultaneously

If a plastic surgeon is performing the procedure of removal, replacement can be performed simultaneoously . If, however, it is a general surgeon, you may want to inquire if a plastic surgeon can be available at the surgery. Obviously, you would want to prepare this prior to surgery and schedule a consultation.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Revision for leaking gel implants, with lymph node involvement

Dear Judrop: Now that you have that diagnosis, you should consult an experienced plastic surgeon, who will discuss your options, based on the tests you have had, your medical and breast history, and examination. The surgeon will probably recommend removal of both old gel implants and the surrounding capsule that your body forms. New implants are often done at the same procedure. You should not need to wait between the two procedures. You will need to consider whether you want gel or... more
Sutton Graham II, MD

Greenville Plastic Surgeon

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