Suggested Checklist of Issues and Information All Women Should Consider Before Deciding on Breast Implant Surgery
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The experience of the surgeon in performing this operation, for example:
- how often the surgeon has performed this type of operation
- incidence of rupture
- incidence of capsule formation
- incidence of capsular contracture
The types, advantages and disadvantages of implants available, and the reason the surgeon is recommending a particular type
Cosmetic effects of the operation including:
- placement of the implant
- location and appearance of scar
Information on the possible immediate post-operative effects including:
- bruising
- pain
- swelling
- bleeding
- infection
- nipple sensitivity
- likely recovery time
Information on longer-term, local effects including: