Will breast drop and change with time after capsulectomy? (Photo)

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I had a capsulectomy three days ago on my left breast. Now that breast sits higher and is not the same size as my right. Will this change with time?

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I see the asymmetry but there is a good chance that this will significantly improve during convalescence.  Try to remain patient.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.At three days, it is too soon to tell.  Wait at least three months to start to see results

To be sure, return to see your plastic surgeon and follow his or her instructions.

I hope this helps.

John J. Edney, MD · Answer

Very likely your left breast will "drop" following release or removal of the capsule.  A capsulectomy is a procedure whereby the capsule surrounding the implant is removed.  A capsulotomy is a procedure whereby the capsule surrounding the implant is released but not removed.  Both of these procedures will allow the implant to exert pressure on the remaining envelope.  Very likely after the constricting forces of the capsule have been removed or released the implant should settle into a lower and hopefully more natural position.  It is very common in the immediate postoperative period to see residual constriction of the breast before the remaining envelope has an opportunity to readapt.

Andrew Kornstein, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes your breast should drop after a capsulectomy, as opposed to a capsulotomy.Capsulectomy removes the capsule but capsulotomy "opens" it by incising the scar tissue.However was anything else done to the pocket that may limit descent?Example, suture techniques, etc. Only your surgeon knows for sure!Once in final position, again timing depends on the issues, in part, listed above, it does not assure symmetry but I would expect a considerable improvement.best of luck

Will breast drop and change with time after capsulectomy? (Photo)

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