{"id":2502,"date":"2018-03-28T06:03:02","date_gmt":"2018-03-28T05:03:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/%20%20%20%20%20\/\/www.bracaglia.it\/?p=2502"},"modified":"2025-09-19T08:19:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-19T06:19:37","slug":"pericoli-del-turismo-estetico","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bracaglia.it\/en\/2018\/03\/28\/the-risks-of-cosmetic-surgery-tourism\/","title":{"rendered":"The dangers of cosmetic tourism"},"content":{"rendered":"\"Travelling\r\n

In recent years, more and more people have travelled abroad for plastic surgery. This phenomenon is known as “cosmetic tourism” and is often promoted under the slogan \u201cvacation and scalpel\u201d<\/i>. <\/p>\r\n

It is a practice advertised online by real travel agencies, encouraging people to undergo plastic surgery abroad while also enjoying a holiday. Lower costs may be tempting, but the risks must be carefully considered. <\/p>\r\n

According to ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) statistics, the most popular destinations for cosmetic surgery are Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Malaysia, Mexico, the Philippines, Poland, South Africa, and Thailand. The majority of those choosing these all-inclusive<\/i> packages are women between the ages of 40 and 54. <\/p>\r\n

Here are five things to know before considering these \u201csurgery holidays\u201d: <\/p>\r\n

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  1. Every surgical procedure, including cosmetic surgery, carries risks. These risks may increase if surgery is performed within the short time frame of a holiday.<\/li>\r\n
  2. Cosmetic surgery trips are marketed as vacations, but activities usually associated with holidays should be avoided after surgery to ensure proper healing and reduce complications. Sun exposure, alcohol consumption, swimming, and physical exercise can all cause unnecessary risks.<\/li>\r\n
  3. Taking a long flight soon after surgery can significantly increase the risk of serious complications.<\/li>\r\n
  4. There may be no legal recourse in case of surgical negligence abroad.<\/li>\r\n
  5. Cheap surgery may not be a bargain. In case of complications, patients face additional costs for revision procedures, often spending more than they would have in their home country.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    In recent years, more and more people have travelled abroad for plastic surgery. This phenomenon is known as “cosmetic tourism” and is often promoted under the slogan \u201cvacation and scalpel\u201d. It is a practice advertised online by real travel agencies, encouraging people to undergo plastic surgery abroad while also enjoying a holiday. 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