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Frequency and Percentage Statistics for Capsular Contractures
| Incision Location | Total Breasts (n) | Capsular Contracture (n, %) | First Side (n, %) | Second Side (n, %) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Periareolar | 386 | 13 (3.36%) | 3 (1.55%) | 10 (5.18%) |
| Inframammary | 814 | 14 (1.72%) | 4 (1.00%) | 10 (2.45%) |
| Total | 1200 | 27 (2.25%) | 7 (1.17%) | 20 (3.33%) |
