Breast Ruptured Gel Implants: Case 2 (19551)

Breast Ruptured Gel Implants: Case 2 (19551) - Left capsule containing implant
Left capsule containing implant
Breast Ruptured Gel Implants: Case 2 (19551) - Left capsule opened, showing implant material
Left capsule opened, showing implant material
Breast Ruptured Gel Implants: Case 2 (19551) - Right capsule, containing ruptured implant
Right capsule, containing ruptured implant
Breast Ruptured Gel Implants: Case 2 (19551) - Right capsule opened, showing implant material
Right capsule opened, showing implant material

Description

This woman presented with old silicone gel implants and rupture demonstrated on recent mammogram. The implants had been in place more than 20 years. She was not experiencing pain or other symptoms. She wanted to have implants removed and replaced with saline filled implants. The estimated implant volume was 300-350 ml. For safety and best healing we recommended that the procedure be done in two stages. First Dr. Graham performed complete capsulectomy, removal of nodules, biopsy of hard masses, removal of silicone gel material and implant remnants, and breast lift (mastopexy). Several months later after complete healing, he performed the second stage, during which new saline implants were placed (breast augmentation). One year postop, her breasts were soft, well shaped, and fit in the same bra as preop. Her sensation was normal. Her mammogram was normal. She reported that "this has been a good experience." We are glad to have helped.

Patient Profile

Type of Implants
Silicone gel, ruptured, extra-capsular
Implants Placed, years ago
20+ yrs
Reason for Undergoing Treatment
Leakage, hard feel
Dr. Sutton Graham

Aesthetic Center Greenville

Dr. Graham has been performing plastic surgery since 1990. He is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized treatment, and is affiliated with several prestigious organizations, including:
  • American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons

To learn more, contact us online or call our Greenville, SC, office at (864) 676-1707​.

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"I am very pleased with Dr. Graham and his staff! They have been incredibly kind and helpful throughout my surgery. The post-op care has also been top notch! They always respond to my concerns right away, and I always feel well cared for, and listened to." Mary V.

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