Abstract: Objective To explore the correction for serious capsular contracture after augmentation mammoplasty and the indication of breast prosthesis implantation. Methods From June 2006 to March 2014, 45 cases with serious capsular contracture after breast augmentation (Bilateral, level Ⅳ of Baker classification method) were treated and received breast prosthesis implantation at the same period or at stage Ⅱ. Via breast areola approach, the capsular tissue was kept or removed based on the circumstances, retro-mammary space or posterior pectoralis major space was stripped for prosthesis placing. Results Among all the cases, 38 cases received breast prosthesis at stage I, other 7 cases proceeded the second period of breast prosthesis 6 months later. Postoperative incisions were healed by first intension. Thirty-nine cases were followed up for 6-58 months (mean 13.5 months) successfully and the follow-up rate was 87.9%. Level Ⅳ of capsular contracture was still observed in 7 cases 4 months after the surgery, then the breast prosthesis was removed with no implantation again. The breast shape of remaining cases was good with soft handfeel. Conclusion For serious breast capsular contracture after augmentation mammoplasty, effective processing of the envelope with prosthesis imbedding according to the situation could obtain a better postoperative breast appearance and feel.

Key words: Augmentation mammoplasty, Complication, Capsule contracture