Can I carry on exercising with ruptured silicone implants until I have them removed? (Photo)

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I have 420cc silicone implants under the muscle and one of them is ruptured. Can I still work out before the op? Does my surgeon need to remove the capsule? My ruptured implants is both Intracapsular and extracapsular. How long does the operation take? Thanks

Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS · Answer

Usually for an intracapsular leak there is no need for immediate attention, but as you have an extracapsular leak as well which in my opinion is an indication for rapid removal of the implant.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You may continue to exercise until you can have your implants removed.  It is recommended that the capsules are removed along with the ruptured implants.  The surgical time to complete the procedure will vary based on the extent of the rupture and if a lift will be performed.  Your surgeon will be able to provide you with a time estimate after an examination.

Michael Cohen, MD · Answer

It is perfectly safe to continue to work out prior to your surgery, even with a ruptured implant.  Removing the capsule most likely will be necessary on the ruptured side, possibly on both sides (sometimes the surgeon has to make a decision intraoperatively; if the capsule looks inflamed or thickened, it is removed).  The surgery lasts anywhere between 1 and 2 hours.  Good luck.

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