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Total Incidence and Proportions of Implant-Related Complications Recorded Between the Smooth and Micro-Textured Implant Groups Throughout the Duration of Follow-Up
| Complication type | Smooth implants (n = 84) | Micro-textured implants (n = 49) |
|---|---|---|
| Hematoma | 2 | 0 |
| Seroma | 0 | 0 |
| Implant extrusion | 1 | 1 |
| Wound dehiscence | 0 | 0 |
| Skin infection | 0 | 0 |
| Capsular contracture | 0 | 0 |
| Need for reoperation, other | 0 | 0 |
| Total (no. of complications and % of cohort w/complications) | 3 (3.57%) | 1 (2.04%) |
