I have read that CC cannot accrue in Strattice. Is this true and what are the clear complications? I had the strattice put in a week ago for bottoming out with this set of implants. My left breast has no movement at all and I'm fear CC as I had it before in previous surgery. My question is can CC had developed from the surgery and reopening up the breast? And can I take accolate after surgery? I am 2.5 months out from original implants being placed.
October 23, 2013
Answer: Capsular contracture and dermal matrix. You mention that your Strattice was placed to correct implants which had bottomed out. This is a common use to support implants in the correct position and prevent recurrence of the bottoming out. If the pocket is snug, it is common for them to feel a bit "tight." They should loosen over time, but because the Strattice does not stretch, inframammary fold position should stay put. Capsular contracture is a totally different process due to scar tightening in the capsule which takes at least a month before presentation. It is uncommon to see a capsular contracture occur in the presence of dermal matrix. Be patient, follow your surgeon's instructions, and don't take additional medications without your consulting your surgeon.
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October 23, 2013
Answer: Capsular contracture and dermal matrix. You mention that your Strattice was placed to correct implants which had bottomed out. This is a common use to support implants in the correct position and prevent recurrence of the bottoming out. If the pocket is snug, it is common for them to feel a bit "tight." They should loosen over time, but because the Strattice does not stretch, inframammary fold position should stay put. Capsular contracture is a totally different process due to scar tightening in the capsule which takes at least a month before presentation. It is uncommon to see a capsular contracture occur in the presence of dermal matrix. Be patient, follow your surgeon's instructions, and don't take additional medications without your consulting your surgeon.
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December 29, 2015
Answer: Strattice and capsular contracture There still is a small risk of capsular contracture developing with strattice. At one week after surgery, it is unlikely that a capsular contracture has developed.
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December 29, 2015
Answer: Strattice and capsular contracture There still is a small risk of capsular contracture developing with strattice. At one week after surgery, it is unlikely that a capsular contracture has developed.
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