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Are polyurethane coated implants more difficult to remove?

skyeinthebowlSep 6, 2022

I have an explant surgery scheduled coming up soon, but after doing some research I am becoming concerned that since my tear drop textured implants are polyurethane coated they will be harder to remove and my tissue will be damaged in the process. I can’t seem to find any definitive information on the subject online. The surgeon I’m scheduled with was planning on leaving most of the capsule in, which I am okay with. Is that even possible with the type of implant I have? Thank you for your advice

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