Bad Breast Implant Results. What Are my Rights?

January 6, 2009
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I had a lift and implants done two and a half years ago. I recently noticed that one breast seemed higher and firmer with slight discomfort now and then. After consulting with my doctor, he said I have Capsular Contracture. I have been reading up on it, specifically to see if this is something that could have been prevented. He said that most patients, although small in percentage, have the tissue taken out and/or a new implant. I know I paid top dollar for a very reputable surgeon. Am I wrong in thinking this should not have happened? Also, should this additional procedure be covered financially by the doctor? What are my "rights" in a situation like this?

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January 7, 2009

Answer: Capsular contracture after breast augmentation

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October 5, 2010

Answer: Development of capsular contracture

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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October 5, 2010

Answer: Development of capsular contracture

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 8, 2010

Answer: Capsular contracture does not mean your surgeon did anything wrong.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 8, 2010

Answer: Capsular contracture does not mean your surgeon did anything wrong.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 7, 2009

Answer: This can happen to anyone!

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Brian S. Glatt, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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January 7, 2009

Answer: This can happen to anyone!

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Brian S. Glatt, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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