What Is Capsular Contracture in Breast Implants?

What Is Capsular Contracture in Breast Implants?

Forming a capsule around an implant is a normal and expected process; the problem arises when that capsule thickens and tightens. This is capsular contracture, with an overall reported incidence of 10.6%. Severity is graded using the Baker classification, and grades III and IV generally call for surgery. The most consistently supported preventive measures are […]