Breast implant revision after stage 1 cancer?

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I had stage 1 cancer in my left breast 7 years ago. I now have rupture and contracture in left breast, possible rupture in right breast. I had one week targeted radiation in my left breast following my lumpectomy. Can I get a breast revision, or because of my history is it safer to remove the implant and scar tissue with no replacement?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear olita123,
generally speaking, it is possible to remove implants and capsules after breast cancer surgery. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Radiation exposure does increase the risk of capsule formation. However, if you only had 5 treatments instead of the usually 30, you might do very well since your tissue was not badly damaged.

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