Risk factors of breast augmentation surgery
Breast augmentation surgery is a common cosmetic surgery, which can improve the shape and size of breasts for women. Although the technology of breast augmentation surgery continues to progress, there are still some risks and complications. The risks of breast augmentation surgery will be described in detail in the following four aspects: preoperative assessment, surgical risk, infection risk and implant selection.
1. The importance of preoperative evaluation
Before breast augmentation surgery, the doctor will conduct a detailed preoperative evaluation of the patient. This assessment includes the shape and size of the patient's breast, health status, the patient's expectations for surgery, and the patient's overall appearance. The purpose of preoperative evaluation is to determine whether the patient is suitable for breast augmentation surgery and prepare for the risks during the surgery.
First, breast shape and size will directly affect the risk of surgery. For example, severe breast ptosis and less breast tissue will increase the difficulty and risk of surgery. Secondly, the health status of patients is also one of the factors to be considered when performing breast augmentation surgery. If there are patients with serious heart disease, diabetes, immune system disease or undergoing drug treatment, the risk of surgery may be higher.
In addition, preoperative evaluation also needs to understand the patient's expectations for surgery and overall appearance. If the breast shape and size expected by the patient does not conform to reality, or the adjustment of the overall appearance requirements does not coordinate with breast surgery, the risk of surgery will also increase.
2. Operation risks and complications
Although breast augmentation surgery is a common operation, there are still some risks. The operation itself may lead to various complications, including postoperative infection, bleeding, hematoma, increased scarring, breast asymmetry, etc.
Postoperative infection is a common complication, which may require further drug treatment or surgical intervention. The risk of infection may increase due to non-standard operation and inadequate postoperative care.
Hemorrhage and hematoma are another possible complication. Bleeding may cause breast stiffening, swelling and pain, and hematoma may require further drainage.
In addition, due to individual differences and surgical techniques, postoperative breast asymmetry may occur. This asymmetry may require further adjustment surgery to repair.
3. Risk of infection and preventive measures
Infection is one of the common complications of breast augmentation surgery, but some preventive measures can be taken to reduce the risk of infection.
First of all, it is very important to make adequate preparation before surgery. Patients need to maintain good personal hygiene, especially in the breast area. Disinfection and infection prevention preparation before operation can reduce the risk of postoperative infection.
Secondly, strict operation during operation is also the key to prevent infection. Strict sterilization and aseptic measures are required for the operation site, surgical instruments and operation process. Doctors and nurses need to wear appropriate gloves and masks to avoid cross infection.
Postoperative care cannot be ignored. Patients need to follow the doctor's advice for proper wound care to avoid the chance of infection.
4. Selection and risk of implants
Implants used in breast augmentation surgery may also bring some risks. At present, commonly used implants include saline implants and silicone implants.
Saline implants are relatively safe because saline will not cause adverse reactions in the body. However, the fracture of the implant may lead to saline leakage, and a second operation is needed to remove the implant.
The appearance and feel of silicone implants are more natural, but the risk of implant rupture is relatively high. Silicone leakage may cause overall health problems and require further surgical treatment.
Summary:
Breast augmentation surgery, as a cosmetic surgery, can improve breast shape and size, but there are still some risks. The accuracy of preoperative evaluation and the choice of implants are the key to reduce the risk of surgery. Infection and complications are common surgical complications, but risks can be reduced through good preparation before operation, strict operation during operation and correct nursing after operation. In addition, the selection of implants also needs to take into account the overall health status of patients and surgical risks. Therefore, before breast augmentation surgery, patients and doctors should fully understand the risks and complications of surgery, make wise decisions, and make the right choice after weighing the advantages and disadvantages.
