I'm afraid if the capsule remains I may not have full relieve my pain. How do I respectfully ask my surgeon to remove the capsule even though his standard of care is to keep them in place. I'm also concerned he may not be well experienced in removing capsules since he usually doesn't.
Answer: Extreme pain from capsular contracture. My surgeon says if I have an explant he will leave the capsules in place.Any suggestion? Thank you for your question. If there is a significant amount of scarred and contracted capsule, then I usually recommend to patients that we take it out at the time of explant. Your surgeon may other reasons for wanting to leave it in and you would need to discuss those with him. If you think the capsule needs to be removed, then discuss that with him and go over the risks and benefits of leaving it in or removing it. If you still cannot come to an agreement about what you want, then you might need a second opinion.Best of luck!
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Answer: Extreme pain from capsular contracture. My surgeon says if I have an explant he will leave the capsules in place.Any suggestion? Thank you for your question. If there is a significant amount of scarred and contracted capsule, then I usually recommend to patients that we take it out at the time of explant. Your surgeon may other reasons for wanting to leave it in and you would need to discuss those with him. If you think the capsule needs to be removed, then discuss that with him and go over the risks and benefits of leaving it in or removing it. If you still cannot come to an agreement about what you want, then you might need a second opinion.Best of luck!
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Answer: Capsulectomy Typically if the capsules are thickened or are causing issues they are removed along with the implants. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. If you are uncomfortable with the response there is no harm in seeking a second opinion.
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Answer: Capsulectomy Typically if the capsules are thickened or are causing issues they are removed along with the implants. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. If you are uncomfortable with the response there is no harm in seeking a second opinion.
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August 23, 2023
Answer: It is recommended to remove capsule to avoid any future complications Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign body reaction. In our office, we begin this journey with a consideration of symptoms and exclusion of obvious autoimmune problems. In many of our patients, en bloc removal of breast implants with capsulectomy is important and beneficial. Further clinical evidence about breast implant illness is evolving and will continue to guide treatment. I would suggest removal if there is a possibility of foreign body reaction.
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August 23, 2023
Answer: It is recommended to remove capsule to avoid any future complications Removal of breast implants, intact or ruptured, may have positive implications if patients are symptomatic. A constellation of symptoms associated with breast implant illness, and autoimmune disease are considered when treating patients who have breast implants and are concerned about foreign body reaction. In our office, we begin this journey with a consideration of symptoms and exclusion of obvious autoimmune problems. In many of our patients, en bloc removal of breast implants with capsulectomy is important and beneficial. Further clinical evidence about breast implant illness is evolving and will continue to guide treatment. I would suggest removal if there is a possibility of foreign body reaction.
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September 27, 2016
Answer: Capsulectomy is the Treatment for Painful Capsular Contractures #breastaugmentation Patients who develop a capsular contracture after breast augmentation are best treated by undergoing a capsulectomy. A capsulectomy removes the thickened capsule that has developed around the implant. You may want to consider getting a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon (ASPS).
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September 27, 2016
Answer: Capsulectomy is the Treatment for Painful Capsular Contractures #breastaugmentation Patients who develop a capsular contracture after breast augmentation are best treated by undergoing a capsulectomy. A capsulectomy removes the thickened capsule that has developed around the implant. You may want to consider getting a second opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon (ASPS).
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September 27, 2016
Answer: Extreme pain from capsular contracture. My surgeon says if I have an explant he will leave the capsules in place. Thank you for your question. With a capsular contracture (grade IV) the capsule is typically removed. However, every case is different and there are situations where you may elect to leave some, or part, of the capsule. It's important to have a thorough discussion with your plastic surgeon about your concerns regarding leaving the capsule in place. They should be able to explain to their thought process regarding when to remove, or when to leave, the breast capsule.
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September 27, 2016
Answer: Extreme pain from capsular contracture. My surgeon says if I have an explant he will leave the capsules in place. Thank you for your question. With a capsular contracture (grade IV) the capsule is typically removed. However, every case is different and there are situations where you may elect to leave some, or part, of the capsule. It's important to have a thorough discussion with your plastic surgeon about your concerns regarding leaving the capsule in place. They should be able to explain to their thought process regarding when to remove, or when to leave, the breast capsule.
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