What happens with the capsule being left in when implants explanted under local?

May 26, 2016
Asked By:3vaw100 in Overland Park, KS

My saline implants are intact and very soft, with no contracture or rupture. Had a consult, and surgeon said he could remove them under local, in his office which kind of freaked me out. After thinking this over, I do like the idea of the local better...but what about the capsule being left inside me? Does it shrink up and get lumpy? Will it obscure the view for mammograms? Can it contract after implant removal?

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January 8, 2021

Answer: Some Times the Capsule Melts Away

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January 8, 2021

Answer: Some Times the Capsule Melts Away

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May 30, 2016

Answer: Leaving capsule

May 30, 2016

Answer: Leaving capsule

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