Medical Risks
Plastic surgery risks are relatively less than other surgical specialties, but there is still a risk of medical complications. This includes anesthesia, bleeding, infection, scarring, nerve damage including death. Even though it is an elective procedure, it involves manipulation of the tissues and is most of the time close to vital organs in the body which heightens the risk of complications.
Patients may also suffer from emotional stress if the results don’t meet
their expectations, requiring additional corrective surgeries. While
medical technology has advanced a lot yet there is always a risk
involved, especially with patients undergoing several procedures at a
time.
Therefore, plastic surgeries should never be taken lightly, by following social trends and beauty standards, rather by making long-term health-based decisions that will outweigh the risks involved.
Cosmetic surgery procedures are profitable, and due to absence of legal
restraints, they are being performed in outpatient clinics by
non-plastic surgeons.
Many patients choose to travel to countries where they can perform
plastic surgery for more affordable costs which is called medical
tourism. Medical tourism is another factor that causes risk and
complications. Risks depend on the country where the procedure will be
performed and whether the patient is in good health in case they
experience complications after the procedure, especially having to fly
for long hours after.
| Abnormal scarring. | Blood clots. |
| Blood loss. | Complications of anesthesia, such as respiratory issues during your procedure. |
| Fluid build-up (edema). | Infection. |
| Nerve damage, leading to neuropathy. |