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THE GUARDIAN · HEALTH · November 5, 2026

Beware ‘sun, sea and surgery’ cosmetic tourism packages, experts advise

THE SHORT VERSION

British College of Aesthetic medicine launches checklist as part of 'vet it before you get it' campaign. Experts say travelling overseas for surgery can end in infections and death.

Chrissie Wolfe is the founder and chief executive of specialist medical negligence practice Lupa Law. She said there could be difficulties in making a claim if a procedure goes wrong overseas.

Brazillian butt lifts have the highest risk of death. Other overseas procedures have left patients with problems. One woman developed abscesses and infections after a facelift.

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