Can you repair pectoralis muscle after explant? 2 months post op.

June 14, 2018
Asked By:Chewi in Denmark, AU

I got my submuscular implants (250 cc) removed 2 months ago. I do suffer from flex deformity. The muscle was released at the inferior-medial border. I got them removed in local - capsules left in. My surgeon says that it can not be fixed, because he don't know what he should sew the pectoralis muscle back to. I understand the problem. Can you actually fix the pectoralis? Some doctors say yes, others no. And I have heard of girls who tried a repair, and it did not succeed.

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June 14, 2018

Answer: Pectoralis muscle can be re-attached

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June 14, 2018

Answer: Pectoralis muscle can be re-attached

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July 2, 2018

Answer: Pec major after implant

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June 15, 2018

Answer: ​If your muscle was released, it may be a difficult and painful repair.

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June 15, 2018

Answer: ​If your muscle was released, it may be a difficult and painful repair.

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