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Capsulectomy

A capsulectomy is a surgical procedure that main purpose is to remove breast implants that have grown a capsule of scar tissue around the implant. During this procedure your surgeon will make an incision in the capsule and will remove the implant before removing the rest of the scar tissue. This also is a safe method to use in case a portion of the capsule has by some chance fused to the rib cage or a chest muscle and must be left in place as a safety precaution.

What Causes A Capsule To Form Over An Implant?

When you decide to have breast, implants placed in your breasts, your body sees them as foreign object. Your body’s natural reaction is to build scar tissue around the foreign object inside your body which can make them more comfortable and help with holding the implants in place. Scar tissue that is formed around the implant is usually soft and flexible. Sometime scar tissue that is formed around the implant capsule can be thick and tight. This can squeeze the implant causing discomfort and distorting the shape.

What is the Difference Between a Capsulectomy and an Enbloc Capsulectomy?

A Capsulectomy and an Enbloc Capsulectomy are both methods to remove capsulated breast implants. Both have the same end goal and that is to safely remove the breast implant and scar tissue that has formed around the implant. Both procedures are great options if you want to remove, replace, or increase the size of your augmented breasts, or if you have been having difficulties with discomfort with your current breast implants.

What Does Recovery From A Capsulectomy Look Like?

After your initial procedure, your breasts will be sore. You will be given a compression bra to wear for several weeks to help with swelling and bruising. Depending on the thickness of the capsule surrounding your implants, or if you experienced a rupture with your implants. You may have drainage tubes placed to help with excess fluid and swelling. These tubes are normally removed after a week post-op. Your surgeon can provide more information based on your individual needs and procedure, as recovery can differ from patient to patient. This procedure usually has a 2 week recovery time.