Plastic Surgery Safety Tips for Ensuring a Successful Procedure

Is plastic surgery safe?

Plastic surgery, like any surgery, carries some risks. However, advancements in risk assessment and personalized prevention measures, experienced surgeons, and accredited surgical centers with intensive care units available have significantly reduced these risks, especially for high-risk patients. I ensure that you are well-informed about the potential risks and benefits.

How can I minimize the risks of plastic surgery?

Minimize risks by knowing your modifiable risk factors and actively reducing them, and adhering to pre and post-operative care guidelines. Our advanced Artificial Intelligence-assisted Risk Analysis system helps assess and reduce your risk of complications. After completing the evaluation form, we’ll inform you about your risk, risk factors, and how to prepare and reduce risks with specific recommendations. You will be an active participant in your care.

What should I do to prepare for my procedure?

• Risk Assessment: Utilize our complementary evaluation system for a comprehensive risk assessment. Acknowledge your risk and take personalized actions as recommended.
• Detailed Consultation: Discuss your medical history and any concerns with me.
• Pre-Operative Instructions: Follow all instructions carefully.
• Support System: Use our Support System to check in and out of clinics, receive permanent monitoring by a nurse or doctor, and get transportation if you travel alone.

How can I ensure a safe recovery?

Recovery times vary. I will provide specific post-operative care instructions to ensure a safe and comfortable recovery. Follow these diligently, avoid strenuous activities, and attend all follow-up appointments.

What are the common complications, and how can they be avoided?

The most frequent side effects are bruising for 2 weeks and swelling for 3 to 6 weeks, depending on the extent of the operated areas. These can be treated conservatively with cold compresses, lymphatic drainage, and elastic garments after liposuction. Complications occur in 3 to 10% of cases, most of which are minor and can be treated conservatively, including wound infection, dehiscence (stitches coming out), hematoma, and rarely anesthesia issues. These can be minimized by following all instructions and using our risk analysis system to identify and mitigate risk factors. In general, complications are minor and typically do not require interventions but are more frequent in high-risk patients, who have seven times more probability of experiencing any complication. The good news is that most complications can be prevented by reducing risk factors like overweight, smoking, and treating previous health conditions.

From our 20 years of experience, the occurrence of complications were as follows:

• Wound Dehiscence, Infection: 1% each
• Seroma: 5.4%
• DVT, Sepsis, and Bleeding: 0.1%
• Hypertrophic Scars: 0.2%
• ASIA Syndrome: 0.1%
• Unsatisfactory Results: 0.7% (not theoretically a complication, but included due to the disappointment and frustration it causes in patients)

We do our utmost to identify patients with unrealistic expectations and explain the limits of the results that can be achieved with one surgery step without compromising safety.

What qualifications and safety measures are in place?

I am board-certified with extensive experience in various plastic surgery procedures. Our facility is accredited, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and staffed by qualified professionals. Our risk analysis system further optimizes surgical planning and reduces risks.

How will I be monitored during and after surgery?

You will be closely monitored during surgery and throughout recovery. Follow all post-operative care instructions and attend follow-up appointments to ensure a successful outcome.

Why should I consider plastic surgery in Argentina?

For those seeking plastic surgery in Argentina, it’s crucial to choose a reputable surgeon who adheres to strict safety standards. Argentina offers world-class care with highly qualified surgeons and accredited surgical centers, making it a preferred destination for patients from abroad. The Argentine Society of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgery (SACPER) is a valuable resource for finding qualified professionals.

By working together with you as a team, we can achieve your desired results while minimizing risks.

We highly recommend purchasing a travel insurance policy to cover expenses in case of unforeseen complications during surgery. Additionally, it’s important to consider purchasing ISAPS insurance to cover long term complications and reoperations. This can provide peace of mind and ensure that you receive the care you need.

References

1. WE Bukret, “AiRA10.0: Artificial intelligence risk assessment in plastic surgery,” Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery-Global Open, vol. 9, no. 7, 2021.
2. American Society of Plastic Surgeons. (2023). Plastic Surgery Costs [Online]. Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/cost
3. International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. (2023). ISAPS Insurance [Online]. Available: https://www.isaps.org/member-services/isaps-insurance/
4. American Society of Plastic Surgeons. (2023). Plastic Surgery Safety [Online]. Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/patient-safety