Spanish citizen dies in Türkiye after being attacked Undergoing cosmetic surgery in a private hospital in IstanbulAccording to what was reported by the Turkish Anadolu Agency, today, Wednesday.
The woman, aged 42 and mother of two minors, lives in the Community of Madrid and travelled to the Turkish capital for an intervention scheduled for early August.
Patient the day after surgery He was having difficulty breathing. He had to be admitted. He eventually died of a heart attack, according to the local press.
Possible manslaughter
The Turkish Public Prosecution Office opened an investigation into the woman’s death and opened a case of “negligent killing“
At the first moment, The police arrested the doctor. The person responsible for the operation, although the doctor was later released without charge, is still being investigated.
The patient’s body was transferred to the Turkish Institute of Forensic Medicine, and onceAutopsy to determine exact cause From death and was handed over to his family.
Mecca for low cost medical tourism
In recent years, Türkiye has become One of the most popular destinations Regarding health tourism.
Behind this success, there has been a great technological leap in medicine, and above all, Very competitive prices.
In addition to hair transplantation, a wide range of interventions is offered, from: From cosmetic surgery to IVF procedures.
Moncloa warning
In light of this spread, the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs launched Warning on their official website“The level of hospital facilities and treatments Varies greatly within countries.“The statement confirms.
This is why it is recommended for anyone who wants to undergo this type of treatment.”A thorough analysis of both institutions and practitioners. That they have to go through the process, and that they realize that agencies that provide this type of service are doing it for financial gain.”
Series of cases
The Turkish press often picks up news Complications in illegal clinics operating without controls, but also in many certified hospitals that have been involved in controversies.
In March of last year, a scandal rocked Turkish public opinion when it was reported that 250 patients poisonedMost of them are foreigners, after undergoing botulinum injection procedures in the stomach as part of weight loss treatment.
The hospitals in question had the correct certifications, but Turkish experts suspect that. They got botox on the black market. To meet demand that exceeds the limit allowed by the government.
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