Cosmetic Surgery Abroad : After the operation

 

What about aftercare?

Every company has a policy regarding the length of stay. The ideal length of stay will ensure that there are no complications and that the patient can come back home safely and without surprises. Some companies offer holiday packages, some do not. This can be an added benefit and make the trip more interesting, but it should not distract you from the main objective, that is, a cosmetic surgery operation.
 
The doctor should provide detailed instructions and explain what is normal and what is not for the days following the surgery. Contact may be continued by email or phone. Ideally, a follow up visit in the UK should take place shortly after the operation, followed by as many subsequent visits as needed to be sure the healing process is successful.
 

What happens if something goes wrong?

Establish what the procedure is, if there are complications or if you are unhappy with the surgery.
 
After an operation, complications can arise. Immediate postoperative problems can be solved during the patient’s stay in the hospital. In case of problems that arise when the patient is at home, (for example, infection), the patient must contact his/her surgeon, and follow his/her instructions. If you are in doubt or if the surgeon cannot be reached, you should go to the GP or the emergency department of a hospital.
 
In the worst scenario - surgery which you are unhappy with, or which has been badly perfomed - the patient has to talk to his/her surgeon and seek a solution. Policies in this regard are very different even between surgeons, whether the surgery is in the UK or abroad.
 

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