Etymed
capsulorrhaphy
Definition
surgical suturing of a capsule
Clinical context
A 45-year-old woman presents with a ruptured breast implant that has caused capsule formation around the implant site. The surgeon performs capsulorrhaphy to repair the fibrous capsule and restore the implant's position. This procedure is often indicated when the capsule has become distended or has developed abnormal attachments.
Mnemonic
CAPSULE = Capsule + Suture + Repair = Surgical suturing of a capsule