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Is the rate of capsular contracture higher with subglandular than with subpectoral placement?

April 26, 2017capsular contracture placement rate Subglandular subpectoral

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Is the rate of capsular contracture higher with subglandular than with subpectoral placement?

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A number of studies have found that submuscular placement of breast implants reduces the risk of capsular contraction after breast augmentation surgery. The long–term rate of capsular contraction is about 15%. The most recent study also found that rates of capsular contracture are falling as surgical techniques and breast implant devices improve.