British surgeons are seeing an increasing number of patients who require secondary surgery to rectify botched procedures that have been carried out abroad.
Research conducted by the British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons found that patients complain about poor results including asymmetrical breast augmentations and infections.
Meanwhile in the UK, the number of people opting for cosmetic surgery is increasing year-on-year, with many investing in procedures and treatments as gifts for loved ones.
Michael Jeffries, a spokesperson for First Personal Injury, advised: "The public perception of cosmetic surgery is that it is quick and easy.
"In fact most cosmetic surgery operations are extremely complex and require a high degree of anatomical knowledge and surgical skill as well as aesthetic appreciation."
Figures show that up to 100,000 people are choosing to travel abroad for cheap cosmetic surgery each year, putting themselves unnecessarily at risk.
UK surgeons warn against going abroad for treatments
January 29, 2009