Can a tissue expander be exchanged for a smaller final implant?

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I have a tissue expander in situ post mastectomy. My mastectomy was 300cc and my expander has been filled to 800cc. I am very worried about the size andif i will be able to hae a smaller implant when the expander is exchanged at my next surgery. Is it possible to have a smaller implant after expansion?

Jose Segura, MD, PhD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hello, if the expander has already been placed and if it requires less volume with the definitive implant, it can be done and with this we would avoid suffering from the skin and reduce the risk of exposure of the same, an implant suggestion for your condition and avoid the need for reoperation In the short term, it would be applying a polyurethane breast implant, which has qualities that are suitable for patients who have had breast cancer. Consider this alternative.

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