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capsular contracture
Complication of breast implant surgery where scar tissue tightens around the implant causing distortion.
Full Definition
Capsular contracture is a potential complication following breast implant surgery, characterized by the formation and subsequent contraction of fibrous scar tissue around the implant. This condition is classified using the Baker grading system (Grade I-IV), with higher grades indicating more severe contracture and visible distortion. The condition may cause pain, firmness, and aesthetic changes, potentially requiring surgical intervention including capsulotomy or capsulectomy.
Usage
Usage note: Always specify Baker grade when documenting capsular contracture severity.
In Context
- "The patient developed Grade III capsular contracture requiring capsulectomy and implant replacement." — complication report
- "Risk factors for capsular contracture include bacterial contamination and hematoma formation." — patient counseling document
Also known as
implant contracture
periprosthetic contracture
Don't confuse with
implant rupture
implant malposition