Edit Risks of Cosmetic Surgery Abroad

<p><strong>Medical Standards</strong></p> <p>Medical standards can vary wildly between countries. Hospital cleanliness may not be as high abroad and so the risk of post-op infection may be higher. It is also important to research the standards and requirements for membership of professional bodies that surgeons may belong to in the country where you are planning to have your surgery.</p> <p>Whilst most are equivalent to their domestic counterparts, this may not always be the case. Communication is an important aspect as well, even if the health professional(s) you are dealing with speak good English the nuances and specifics might be a little harder to communicate between the parties involved, being prepared for this is important.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Travel</strong></p> <p>Most patients will fly before and after their cosmetic surgery procedures that are undertaken in a foreign country. This itself can create additional risks such as deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism which are heightened after surgery.</p> <p>Where possible, patients should allow for extra post-surgery recovery time before flying. Before you travel, try and see if a friend or family member will go with you; it can be daunting doing an undertaking such as this, and having someone around to make sure you can care for both mentally and physically is a good idea, particularly after the operation itself.</p>

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