How long is it fine to leave a ruptured silicone gel implant in when it is encapsulated?

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Implants done 10 years ago. 1 breast was dropping & softer so I went to my BA Dr and got an MRI. It has ruptured and is incapsule. It will be removed and I want to replace both with a size smaller(480cc now). Since I have to go away first week of March, and my Dr is away all of April I will going in for surgery May 10.I asked the Dr how soon should the ruptured one be remove, he said since it's all within the capsule anywhere from a month to year. Is it fine to leave for this amount of time?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  I agree with your physician that it is okay to wait until may in order to have your implants revised.  Your surrounding breast implant capsule is well-formed at this point.  Hope this helps.

Nana N. Mizuguchi, MD, FACS · Answer

Many people are walking around with ruptured implants an many may not even be aware of it.  You will be fine.Best Wishes,nana Mizuguchi, MD

Justin P. Martin, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question.  The ruptured implant is surrounded by the capsule so the silicone is contained.  Waiting until May shouldn't pose any problems.  Best of luck!

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is probably ok to wait until your surgeon can do your surgery in May. This is a discussion for you to have with your surgeon.

James Shoukas, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is a good one. Given the fact that the implant is encapsulated and the rupture is within the capsule, it should be fine to delay surgery for a few months.

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