En Bloc Capsulectomy and Breast Lift at age 78, Raleigh, NC

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Breast Implant Removal

This 78 year old woman had a history of breast implants placed in the 1980's. She developed a rupture of one side 20 years later and had a replacement with a Siltex silicone gel implant after capsulectomy and implant removal. She developed a capsular contracture on both sides. This was firm and somewhat uncomfortable but she lived with it. It became worse with pain, distortion and firmness . 14 years after her implants were placed, she had them removed and a mastopexy performed. At surgery, she had an en bloc technique. This is performed to remove the implant and capsule together. It is not always necessary but with her textured devices and firm capsule- it was completed without undue damage to surrounding structures. She had thickened capsules and an unexpected old hematoma in the right side. Testing for ALCL was performed and it was negative. Textured implants were designed to reduce capsular contracture. They are now under scrutiny because of a their association with a rare form of lymphoma -ALCL that can occur in the capsule. It is heralded most often by sudden swelling in a breast implant and sometimes a mass. It usually occurs at least 7-8 years post implantation. Although rarely fatal, it can be so- removal of the implant and capsule is necessary. Siltex implants have not been recalled because they are not as common in reported cases. Decisions about degree of capsulectomy, whether a lift is beneficial should be discussed with your plastic surgeon .

En Bloc Capsulectomy, NC

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EnBloc Capsulectomy, NC

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En Bloc Capsulectomy, NC

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En Bloc Capsulectomy, NC

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About Breast Implant Removal

Dr Lyle offers a wide range of surgery options after Breast Implant Removal / Explantation surgery – remove only, remove with a lift/mastopexy, additional fat grafting or an implant exchange.

Find out more about Breast Implant Removal and visit our Breast Implant Removal before and after photo gallery to see different options.

Meet Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC

Dr. Glenn Lyle is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Raleigh, NC community at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center since 2002. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in breast surgery and body contouring, to enhance patients' appearance after weight loss, pregnancy, and the effects of aging.

Dr. Lyle completed his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts and a plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch.

He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society (Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons society).

Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.

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