Complications of Breast Implant Procedures

Brest implantation is a medical procedure to enlarge and reshape a woman’s breasts. Usually, women go two cup sizes larger than their natural breast size, although some may go three or four cup sizes larger. As with any surgery, breast implant procedures come with its complications and risks. Before deciding to get breast implants, you should find a surgeon you trust and make sure they answer all of your questions. Here are some of the risks that come along with getting breast implants.

Deflation or Rupture

Breast implants sometimes deflate or rupture either within the first few months after surgery or over several years. There are a few different things that can cause this to happen. During surgery, if the implant is either overfilled or under filled, it can cause deflation or rupture. Damage could have also occurred during surgery, causing this to happen. If too much compression is imposed on the breast implant during a mammogram, deflation or rupture can also occur during this time. In order to fix the implant, it needs to be taken out and replaced. Some deflation is known to happen over time.

Infection

When getting any kind of surgery, infection is always a risk. You will usually notice if you have an infection within a few weeks after the procedure. However, it can occur at any time, even several years later. Infections from breast implants are sometimes difficult to treat since it is not a normal body tissue infection. Sometimes it can be treated with antibiotics, but if it does not respond to this treatment, the implant must be removed. A new one can be put in once the infection is gone. Although rare, Toxic Shock Syndrome has also been found in women following breast implant surgery.

Hematoma or Seroma

Following surgery, there is a chance a hematoma or seroma will occur and could possibly lead to infection. When a hematoma occurs, blood collects inside a body cavity that may need to be drained if it is a large hematoma. If an infection develops, you will see swelling, bruises, and may feel pain in and around your breast. If a surgical draining procedure needs to occur, this may cause deflation or rupture of the implant.

Along with these risks, you also risk breastfeeding complications, severe pain, complications with breast and nipple sensation, and calcium deposits. All of these should be discussed with your surgeon prior to surgery. It is important to be aware of all the details.

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