Partial capsule left in after explant, will I continue to have health issues if the rest remains in?

February 5, 2018
Asked By:jbai24 in Calabasas, CA

I just had explant surgery and told my surgeon I wanted all capsule removed for health reasons. After surgery he told me he was only able to get about 1/4 of them out because they were very thin. I had smooth saline under the muscle for 13 years. I have read it is extremely important to remove all of it or you can have continued helth issues, remaining capsule can calcify over time and cause more issues. They can harbor bacteria, microorganisms, and toxins from the implants. Thoughts?

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May 27, 2019

Answer: Enbloc Capsulectomy

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May 27, 2019

Answer: Enbloc Capsulectomy

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Answer: Capsule removal

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Answer: Capsule removal

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 7, 2018

Answer: Thin capsules

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Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
February 7, 2018

Answer: Thin capsules

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February 8, 2018

Answer: Partial capsule left in

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February 8, 2018

Answer: Partial capsule left in

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May 27, 2019

Answer: No need to take all of the capsule out

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Answer: No need to take all of the capsule out

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