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Breast Augmentation — risks and complications
5 documented risks. Severity reflects clinical significance, not probability.
Capsular contracture
moderate10.00% (5.00–15.00%)Prevention: Submuscular placement (lower rate); textured implants in some studies; sterile technique with funnel insertion.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Implant rupture or deflation
moderate5.00% (2.00–10.00%)Prevention: Use of cohesive silicone gel implants; avoidance of high-impact trauma.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
BIA-ALCL (anaplastic large cell lymphoma — textured implants)
severe0.03%Prevention: Many surgeons have moved to smooth implants only; long-term surveillance.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters
Surgical site infection
moderate2.00%Prevention: Antibiotic prophylaxis; sterile technique.
Sources: who-surgical-safety-checklist
Asymmetry requiring revision
moderate10.00%Prevention: Pre-operative measurement and implant selection.
Sources: asps-practice-parameters