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Submuscular Breast Augmentation — risks and complications
5 documented risks. Severity reflects clinical significance, not probability.
Capsular contracture
moderate7.00% (5.00–10.00%)Prevention: Submuscular placement (lower than subglandular); funnel insertion; sterile technique.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Animation deformity
minor8.00% (5.00–15.00%)Prevention: Dual-plane technique with partial muscle release; appropriate implant selection.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Implant displacement / bottoming out
moderate5.00%Prevention: Appropriate pocket dissection; supportive bra; restricted upper-body exercise during healing.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Surgical site infection
moderate2.00%Prevention: Antibiotic prophylaxis; sterile technique.
Sources: who-surgical-safety-checklist
Asymmetry requiring revision
moderate8.00%Prevention: Pre-operative measurement; staged approach in complex cases.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters