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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Jane Kirby

Warning as surgical tourism leaves hundreds in hospital with complications

New analysis suggests overseas cosmetic and obesity surgeries are costing the NHS up to £20,000 per patient when complications arise.

A review of "surgical tourism" found patients often spend weeks in NHS hospitals after procedures such as bariatric surgery, tummy tucks, and breast augmentation.

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