A Heartfelt Thank You: A Patient's Warmth Shared Twice

A patient in her 50s who recently underwent breast implant and capsule removal surgery

brought us a wonderful assortment of delicious pastries when visiting for her follow-up treatment 😊

She had actually prepared snacks for us on the day of her surgery as well,

and because she thoughtfully remembered us once again,

our entire team enjoyed sharing the treats with immense gratitude.

Coming in for medical care alone can be overwhelming,

so her warm consideration for our staff made this day truly special and heartwarming.

This patient had received breast augmentation many years ago,

and after an implant rupture was discovered during a recent examination, she underwent implant removal surgery.

If a ruptured implant is left unaddressed for an extended period,

the surrounding capsule can deteriorate, thicken,

or undergo pathological deformations.

In such cases, simply taking out the implant may not be enough; an operation to assess the condition of the capsule and excise the necessary tissue may be required.

Taking into account the intraoperative findings,

we performed both the implant and capsule removal,

followed by a concurrent breast lift (mastopexy) to address and improve changes in breast shape after implant extraction.

To our patient who remembered to care for us from the day of surgery to her follow-up visits,

thank you so very much, and we wish you a smooth and complete recovery.

#BreastSurgery #ShinyuClinic #BreastAesthetics #BreastImplantRemoval

Frequently Asked Questions

Must the capsule be removed if an implant is ruptured?

Yes, depending on the condition of the capsule, removal may be necessary. If a ruptured implant remains in place for a prolonged period, the surrounding capsule can thicken or become deformed. Therefore, the tissue is thoroughly evaluated and removed to the extent necessary.

What complications can arise if a ruptured implant is left untreated?

The surrounding capsule may undergo adverse changes such as pathological thickening and structural deformation. For this reason, regular breast screenings are vital to detect ruptures early and take prompt surgical action.

Can sagging breasts be corrected after implant removal?

Yes, breast shape can be improved by combining the removal with a breast lift (mastopexy). A mastopexy is often performed concurrently to reshape and correct volume loss or sagging that occurs after implant extraction.

How is an implant rupture typically detected?

It can be identified through routine breast examinations and imaging. In this case as well, the patient's implant rupture was detected during a routine checkup, leading to her safe removal procedure.