5 Symptoms Of Capsular Contracture After Breast Implant
Capsular contracture used to be more common than it is today, however, it is still a complication that can arise after breast augmentation surgery here in Montreal and other developed areas. While the causes of capsular contracture have not been entirely determined, this complication is generally very minor and not one you need to fear too much. What is Capsular Contracture? When an implant is inserted, regardless of the type, the body then forms a lining around it in order to protect it, which is normal. It is called a capsule. However, a capsular contraction occurs when the capsule shrinks, which then squeezes the implant and causes the implant to become firm and oddly shaped. Capsular contracture occurs on one or both sides and can develop any time – either in the weeks after having breast implants (this is most common) or in some cases years later. However for the…
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