When to perform En Bloc and complete capsulectomy vs. simple removal of ruptured silicone implants?

April 8, 2018
Asked By:Cynthia4321 in Long Beach, CA

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

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