Overseas surgeries may cost NHS £20,000 per patient

Britain’s National Health Service (NHS) faces potential costs of nearly £20,000 per patient due to complications from overseas surgeries, particularly cosmetic procedures in countries like Turkey. A British Medical Journal study highlighted that such medical tourism can lead to serious health issues that necessitate expensive follow-up care. Cases, like that of Katrina Marshall, emphasize the risks involved, including infections and life-threatening complications. Experts advocate for better data and caution against the allure of cheap surgery deals abroad.

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