I Have COPD Can I Get Both my Implants Removed As the Left One is Encapulated?

Question

Hello, I have had my saline implants since 1993,a few yrs. ago my left breast has encapulated and the right breast lost saline solution. I am 61 yrs. young, have COPD and would like to know if I can safely get them both removed without being asleep? I really need to remove because in the last few days the left breast has a very tender sore spot underneath the breast and has been like bubbly, I've also been feeling some what nausea, tiny headaches and tired.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

If the implant and capsule need to be removed, which it sounds like is the case for you, general anesthesia is typically recommended.  Some patients are able to have implants removed without the capsules under local anesthesia.  I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your concerns and learn more.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question.

	Removal of breast implants is a relatively simple/pain-free procedure. You may also wish to have the hardened breast implant capsule removed at the same time.

	Because of the breast encapsulation you will probably be better off with more than local anesthesia. I would suggest that you see your pulmonologist prior to surgery to evaluate the COPD and see if there is any way to optimize your pulmonary status prior to surgery.  His/her &ldquo;clearance&rdquo; will be necessary prior to surgery.

	Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Bubbly?  If the implant is an impending extruison then it sounds like it should come out. As with any patient with medical issues, a medical clearance if still elective is important.

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