What is meant by the term, "encapsulated implant"?

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I do not have any contracture issues, but the minimal tissue over my implants has been noted previously as "insufficient" for effective mammogram screening. I am reading a medical report where the radiologist recently referred to "encapsulated implants" as the reason for not performing a mammogram. From a medical terminology standpoint, does "encapsulated" indicate a condition I should be concerned about?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

“Encapsulated implants” refers to a breast implant that is surrounded by abnormally thickened scar/capsule tissue. If your breasts are soft, and there is no evidence of encapsulation or capsular contraction, then you do not have anything to worry about in this regard. I hope this helps.

Raymond Jean, MD · Answer

All breast implants develop a capsule around them after placement .  It is likely that you do not have enough breast tissue over your implants to have a meaningful mammogram.  The term encapsulated should not worry you Capsular contracture is a clinical diagnosis.

Gregory Park, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Technically, all breast implants become encapsulated after one is healed from breast augmentation surgery. When capsular contracture occurs, the scar capsule around the implants become hard and causes distortion of the breasts. Since you do not have capsular contracture, there is no need to be concerned. Thank you for your excellent question. Best wishes.

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