After looking through implant revision before and afters, I'm wondering how common capsular contracture is and if it happens to everyone when getting close to the 10 year mark.
September 22, 2021
Answer: Incidence is low there are some associated factors Hello Petiteb and thanks for your question. Capsular contractures are one of the most troublesome problems associated with Breast Augmentation, fortunately the incidence is typically quoted as< 5%. Capsular Contractures can develop for one of several known reasons such as a history of radiation, infection or hematoma. Barring any of these factors the exact etiology is unknown. Placing the implant below the muscle (smooth or textured) or above the muscle (textured) both appear to reduce the incidence of capsular contracture. As far as ways to prevent Capsules - meticulous technique and sterility reduce the risks of bleeding and infection whereas some surgeons also recommend implant massage. Capsular contractures do seem more common with older implants this may be due to the makeup of very old implants or a result of many of these rupturing and leading to thicker capsules (although no one knows which came first the rupture or the thick capsule). A thorough discussion with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon will give you more information and discuss this and other concerns. Best, Dr. Joseph Eby
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September 22, 2021
Answer: Incidence is low there are some associated factors Hello Petiteb and thanks for your question. Capsular contractures are one of the most troublesome problems associated with Breast Augmentation, fortunately the incidence is typically quoted as< 5%. Capsular Contractures can develop for one of several known reasons such as a history of radiation, infection or hematoma. Barring any of these factors the exact etiology is unknown. Placing the implant below the muscle (smooth or textured) or above the muscle (textured) both appear to reduce the incidence of capsular contracture. As far as ways to prevent Capsules - meticulous technique and sterility reduce the risks of bleeding and infection whereas some surgeons also recommend implant massage. Capsular contractures do seem more common with older implants this may be due to the makeup of very old implants or a result of many of these rupturing and leading to thicker capsules (although no one knows which came first the rupture or the thick capsule). A thorough discussion with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon will give you more information and discuss this and other concerns. Best, Dr. Joseph Eby
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January 16, 2015
Answer: Capsular Contracture Capsular Contracture is one of the biggest issues after breast augmentation surgery. The cause is unknown but there are many recommendations that surgeons follow to help decrease the risk. Depending on the study you read the rate is of CC is round 5-10%. It is best to discuss the matter with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
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January 16, 2015
Answer: Capsular Contracture Capsular Contracture is one of the biggest issues after breast augmentation surgery. The cause is unknown but there are many recommendations that surgeons follow to help decrease the risk. Depending on the study you read the rate is of CC is round 5-10%. It is best to discuss the matter with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.
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