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Capsular contracture

Envelopment of an implanted device (e.g. silicone or saline breast implants,

artificial joint, pacemaker) in a fibrous collagen capsule. The fibrous capsule can

incapacitate the device by compressing/squeezing, distorting or causing the

device to migrate or capsular contracture (fibrosis) can result in functional

impairments and pain.

Central nervous system (CNS)

Comprises the brain, spinal cord, meninges (connective tissue membranes),

cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) and cells, which collectively monitor and regulate

biological activity.

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