A study published in CDC's Emerging Infectious Diseases journal Tuesday highlights a growing concern for adverse outcomes from patients who have traveled abroad to undergo cosmetic procedures. The findings underscore the need for patients considering medical procedures abroad to fully understand the potential health risks and consult their healthcare professionals before traveling.
"More and more people are getting medical procedures outside the United States, but there are risks," said Kiara McNamara, who is a CDC nurse epidemiologist and the lead author of the study. He warned that it is essential for patients to be informed and prepared before making decisions about seeking cosmetic surgery abroad.
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