Going to have my implants removed due to breast implant Illness. What procedure is best? Has anyone had relief of symptoms with ONLY removal of implant and leaving the capsule behind?
Answer: Removal If you have textured implants or thick capsules, the capsules should try to be removed along with the implants. Many women have improved with just removing the implants and leaving thin capsules intact, especially with saline implant. For old gel implants, prior to 1992, the capsules should be removed to try and remove as much gel as possible. None of this is "enbloc" surgery which is for cancer patients only.
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Answer: Removal If you have textured implants or thick capsules, the capsules should try to be removed along with the implants. Many women have improved with just removing the implants and leaving thin capsules intact, especially with saline implant. For old gel implants, prior to 1992, the capsules should be removed to try and remove as much gel as possible. None of this is "enbloc" surgery which is for cancer patients only.
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Answer: It is best to remove implants and capsules to avoid any further 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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Answer: It is best to remove implants and capsules to avoid any further 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 27, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant Removal Thank you for your questions. It is recommended to have the capsules removed with implant if you are having symptoms related to BII I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!
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August 27, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant Removal Thank you for your questions. It is recommended to have the capsules removed with implant if you are having symptoms related to BII I suggest a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to go over the options that best address your goals. Best of luck!
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March 7, 2022
Answer: For Breast Implant Illness, what removal is best? Hello,
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March 7, 2022
Answer: For Breast Implant Illness, what removal is best? Hello,
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February 1, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant Illness If your implants are ruptured, or if your capsules are thick or causing issues they should be removed along with your implants. If this is not the case and your capsules are thin, it is an option to have them removed or leave them behind. I encourage you to speak to your surgeon about your concerns to determine what is best for you.
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February 1, 2022
Answer: Breast Implant Illness If your implants are ruptured, or if your capsules are thick or causing issues they should be removed along with your implants. If this is not the case and your capsules are thin, it is an option to have them removed or leave them behind. I encourage you to speak to your surgeon about your concerns to determine what is best for you.
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