I was given 445ccs, textured, infra mammary incision and sub pectoral placement. After my surgery, small signs of capsular contraction. Three years later - first unplanned baby breastfeeding - capsular contracted breasts are terrible (still tuberous). I have concerns for the links of textured implants and cancer as my family has a strong history of breast cancer. It is really affecting my mental health. How do I get my breasts to looking normal and low cancer risk? Medicare?
Answer: Should I get breast implant removal? (Previously tuberous breast to capsular contracted breasts with implant) (photo) Several recent publications have estimated the risk of developing anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) in individuals with textured breast implants. The FDA reports that ALCL may develop in 1 in between 3,817 to 30,000 women with textured breast implants. As of this date, the risk appears to be very small. The FDA has not recommended removal or replacement of textured breast implants or tissue expanders in asymptomatic patients.
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Answer: Should I get breast implant removal? (Previously tuberous breast to capsular contracted breasts with implant) (photo) Several recent publications have estimated the risk of developing anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) in individuals with textured breast implants. The FDA reports that ALCL may develop in 1 in between 3,817 to 30,000 women with textured breast implants. As of this date, the risk appears to be very small. The FDA has not recommended removal or replacement of textured breast implants or tissue expanders in asymptomatic patients.
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Answer: Implants If you are concerned about having textured implants, then consider having then exchanged for smooth implants. With the capsules, I would suggest removing the capsules and going somewhat smaller. Implants do not cause breast cancer, and the lymphoma (not breast cancer) from the textured implants is rare. Medicare will not cover removal or exchange since this is cosmetic surgery.
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Answer: Implants If you are concerned about having textured implants, then consider having then exchanged for smooth implants. With the capsules, I would suggest removing the capsules and going somewhat smaller. Implants do not cause breast cancer, and the lymphoma (not breast cancer) from the textured implants is rare. Medicare will not cover removal or exchange since this is cosmetic surgery.
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March 1, 2020
Answer: Achieving an aesthetic result in tuberous breast deformity and textured implant related breast cancer risk Hi, thank you for your story and picture. Tuberous breast deformity is usually managed with augmentation and mastopexy or breast lift surgery and whilst your special circumstances may have resulted in the approach taken in your surgery, you will benefit from clinical assessment and examination by an experienced surgeon regarding breast implant revision and mastopexy surgery. While there is no evidence that the risk of breast cancer is increased by textured nor smooth breast implants, the risk of Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma is estimated at approximately 1:2000. Given your underlying tuberous breast deformity, you may be eligible for a medicare rebate to assist with part of your costs of revision breast surgery. I hope this is helpful.
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March 1, 2020
Answer: Achieving an aesthetic result in tuberous breast deformity and textured implant related breast cancer risk Hi, thank you for your story and picture. Tuberous breast deformity is usually managed with augmentation and mastopexy or breast lift surgery and whilst your special circumstances may have resulted in the approach taken in your surgery, you will benefit from clinical assessment and examination by an experienced surgeon regarding breast implant revision and mastopexy surgery. While there is no evidence that the risk of breast cancer is increased by textured nor smooth breast implants, the risk of Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma is estimated at approximately 1:2000. Given your underlying tuberous breast deformity, you may be eligible for a medicare rebate to assist with part of your costs of revision breast surgery. I hope this is helpful.
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October 21, 2019
Answer: Considering breast implant removal Considering removal of breast implants can be a difficult decision. Predicting the appearance of breasts after the implants are removed can also be difficult. There are many factors that I take into consideration when seeing women for explant surgery. The main factors include:
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October 21, 2019
Answer: Considering breast implant removal Considering removal of breast implants can be a difficult decision. Predicting the appearance of breasts after the implants are removed can also be difficult. There are many factors that I take into consideration when seeing women for explant surgery. The main factors include:
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October 16, 2019
Answer: Should I get breast implant removal Based on your photo and description I think you would benefit from a revision to your breast surgery. You can consider either removal or exchange of the implants along with a lift. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more about your options.
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October 16, 2019
Answer: Should I get breast implant removal Based on your photo and description I think you would benefit from a revision to your breast surgery. You can consider either removal or exchange of the implants along with a lift. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more about your options.
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