Fig. 4.

Replacement of ruptured MH implant. A rupture of the MH implant on the right side caused an enlargement of the breast within a couple of days (a). The scar and capsule are incised under local anaesthesia and the clear serous fluid is drained. The ruptured implant is removed easily and the pocket is rinsed (b). A new MH implant is inserted without drains, resulting in a normal breast size immediately after the short procedure (c). Directly following this procedure, the treated woman has to wear a supporting and compressive bra for a period of 3 weeks