Is it common practice to leave capsules when removing implants? My research has been inconclusive. Some say it’s paramount to demand removal and some say it’s okay to leave in place.
June 26, 2024
Answer: Implant explant capsule removal/leave Hello @Optimistic166510, thank you for your question. Yes, removing the capsules is key. I believe that every time an explant is performed, the capsule must be removed. Complete capsulectomy. Whether it is en bloc does not matter as long as the whole capsule is removed and the tissue is sent for pathology after taking the capsule out. This will prevent future inflammatory responses from the body because capsules do not get reabsorbed. Here is a video that sheds more light on the topic. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).
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June 26, 2024
Answer: Implant explant capsule removal/leave Hello @Optimistic166510, thank you for your question. Yes, removing the capsules is key. I believe that every time an explant is performed, the capsule must be removed. Complete capsulectomy. Whether it is en bloc does not matter as long as the whole capsule is removed and the tissue is sent for pathology after taking the capsule out. This will prevent future inflammatory responses from the body because capsules do not get reabsorbed. Here is a video that sheds more light on the topic. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).
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June 24, 2024
Answer: Should capsules be removed? If the capsule is thickened, causing issues, or if there is a rupture to a silicone implant it is generally recommended to remove the capsule at the time of explant. If the capsule is thin and not causing problems it is an option to remove it or leave it behind. Your board certified plastic surgeon will help you decided what is best in your situation.
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June 24, 2024
Answer: Should capsules be removed? If the capsule is thickened, causing issues, or if there is a rupture to a silicone implant it is generally recommended to remove the capsule at the time of explant. If the capsule is thin and not causing problems it is an option to remove it or leave it behind. Your board certified plastic surgeon will help you decided what is best in your situation.
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