Eksplantation

Eksplantation is a term with multiple meanings depending on the context. In a medical setting, it most commonly refers to the removal of a breast implant. This procedure is often performed due to complications such as rupture, infection, capsular contracture (scar tissue tightening around the implant), or for aesthetic reasons. Patients may choose eksplantation to address discomfort, a desire for a more natural appearance, or health concerns. The surgery involves accessing the implant, often through the same incision used for insertion, and carefully removing the implant and any surrounding scar tissue.

Beyond breast implants, the term eksplantation can also be used more broadly in biology and medicine to describe the removal of any implanted medical device, such as pacemakers, artificial joints, or tissue expanders. The reasons for removal are similar to those for breast implants, including device malfunction, infection, or patient preference. The specific surgical approach and recovery process depend heavily on the type of device being removed and its location in the body.

In a less common or specialized usage, eksplantation might also refer to the removal of a foreign object or tissue from a biological system. This could encompass scenarios like the removal of splinters, foreign bodies from wounds, or even the excision of diseased tissue in certain research contexts. Regardless of the specific application, the core concept of eksplantation involves the deliberate removal of something that has been introduced or is embedded within an organism.