I’m having a total capsulectomy and bilateral implant removal done next week. My friend told me her drains collected fluid, blood and tissue when she had hers removed. I was wondering what the leftover tissue is that the drain removes? She described it as white, thin and stringy. Is it left over from the capsule? Confused because she got a total capsulectomy and her surgeon confirmed he was able to remove it all.
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En bloc surgery is for cancer surgery ONLY, not for removing implants and capsules. If your gel implants are younger than 2006, then an open incision is needed, since the gel is not liquid. If your gel implants are older, especially before 1992, you have the old gel which needs the capsule and...
You will not be able to take warfarin and have elective surgery. You do need to check with your medical doctor to see if you should be on Lovenox during the time you are off warfarin. This should have already been discussed with you during your consultation.
Thank you for your question and photos! We regularly remove breast implants with en bloc capsulectomy, transfer fat and lift breasts at the same time as well as individually. Your expectations and health will dictate the best procedure(s) for you. I suggest a consultation with a board certified...
