A 42-year-old woman underwent abdominal liposuction and scar removal at a spa, but two weeks later, she experienced extensive bruising and necrosis around her navel and waist. She sought treatment at Hanoi Medical University Hospital after receiving care at a hospital in Thanh Hoa. A computed tomography scan revealed diffuse subcutaneous tissue infiltration in the abdomen, flanks, and a collection of subcutaneous fluid.
The patient’s condition was described as complicated by Dr. Hong, Head of the Department of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. The skin around the abdomen, navel, and the area surrounding the navel were severely necrotic and infected. Dr. Hong emphasized that prompt treatment is crucial to prevent a life-threatening infection. The patient is currently undergoing comprehensive care and will undergo debridement to remove the necrotic skin, restore the abdominal wall and navel area when stable.
The Department of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery often sees cases of complications arising from beauty treatments performed by unlicensed establishments and inexperienced professionals. Patients have suffered punctures in the lungs, liver, and intestinal perforations leading to peritonitis. There have been instances of cerebral embolism resulting in hemiplegia, aphasia, fascial necrosis of the abdominal wall, pulmonary embolism, organ embolism, and even death.
Dr. Hong advises individuals seeking beauty treatments to choose licensed facilities with well-trained doctors in cosmetic plastic surgery to prevent complications. It is essential to prioritize safety and expertise when undergoing cosmetic procedures.
Aesthetic plastic surgery has become increasingly popular among women looking for quick fixes for their bodies’ imperfections. However, not all beauty treatments are created equal – some can be risky or even deadly if performed by unqualified professionals or in unsafe conditions.
One such case involved a 42-year-old woman who underwent abdominal liposuction and scar removal at an unlicensed spa two weeks ago.
After two weeks of receiving care at a hospital in Thanh Hoa, she developed extensive bruising and necrosis around her navel and waist.
She then sought treatment at Hanoi Medical University Hospital where doctors discovered diffuse subcutaneous tissue infiltration in her abdomen, flanks
