After removal or expanders due to Infection do you need to start expander process again or just go to an implant?

November 11, 2017
Asked By:cpereira in Portsmouth, NH

I had a double mastectomy 7/17 with expanders placed. Developed a red lower area on left breast. Tender to the touch but no fever or warmth on skin. Finally expander removed p. acnes infection grew on the cultures. I have skin that is adhered too the chest wall. Working with PT massaging skin. My PS said we don't need to do the expander process again and can just put in the implant. Does that sound right? Also any advise on getting skin ready for surgery?

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December 11, 2017

Answer: Infected Tissue Expander

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December 11, 2017

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December 11, 2017

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