I have bilateral ruptures of silicone breast implants. I am very lean with very little natural breast tissue. I have a grade II capsule therefore En Bloc/capsulectomy are not indicated. I have chronic Lyme disease, tend to heal slowly and hemorrhage. I've read that all of the capsule needs to be removed to ensure proper healing, plus risks of developing cancer, infection and biofilms (which is risky with chronic Lyme) when any tissue is left in the chest wall. Is an En Bloc and capsulectomy indicated?
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April 12, 2018
Answer: Hard to tell for sure without a complete history and physical examination
April 12, 2018
Answer: Hard to tell for sure without a complete history and physical examination
April 4, 2019
Answer: Can I have an en bloc capsulectomy if I am thin?
April 4, 2019
Answer: Can I have an en bloc capsulectomy if I am thin?