2023-12-14 01:26:04
On an international level Mexico It is famous for its diversity, not in food, but in aesthetic procedures. However, this wide offer has a dark side: what does it represent for public health? How much regulation is there on the subject? What happens when something goes wrong?
According to data from the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery (ISAPS), in 2022 14,986,982 surgical procedures globally, increasing by 16.7% compared to 2021. This places Mexico in fourth place for the most performed procedures in the world, with a total of 938,096 procedures reported. Liposuction was the most frequently performed surgery, followed by breast augmentation.
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What month of the year are the most aesthetic procedures performed in Mexico?
This year, the United States, Brazil and Japan are placed in the first, second and third countries, respectively, with the most surgical and non-surgical procedures.
The above shows a significant increase in patients seeking to aesthetically improve some part of their body. According to Dr. Denisse Hernández, specialized plastic surgeon and leader in biopolymer removalthe statistics reported are those that were performed by plastic surgeons.
However, in our country there are other types of specialties outside of plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery that also perform surgical and non-surgical procedures, which are not endorsed by the regulatory Committee, which is the Mexican Council of Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. .
“During the holiday season, we observe that many Mexicans choose to undergo cosmetic procedures. In a collaborative effort, we have worked together with the International Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery, currently chaired by Colombian surgeon Lina Triana. Our goal is to spread the word broad and precise the correct way to look for plastic surgeons with experience,” says Dr. Denisse Hernández.
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What is needed in Mexico for a clinic to perform cosmetic surgery processes?
In Mexico, the Mexican Council of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery is the only body empowered by law with legal recognition to certify doctors. plastic surgery specialists. It only certifies plastic surgeons with completed studies, who must be recertified every 5 years.
In this sense, in our country it is necessary to support and seek compliance with existing regulations and, at the same time, continue moving towards stricter medical ethics that guarantee the safety of patients.
An important step is the one taken by the Federal Commission for the Protection Against Sanitary Risks (COFEPRIS), issuing a statement on August 31, 2023, warning about non-absorbable substances used for aesthetic purposes.
Among them were mentioned: bovine and porcine collagen, silicone and liquid Vaseline, silicone gel, paraffin, polyacrylamide, peptones, oil of edible plant origin, motor oil of mineral or vegetable origin, guaiacol and beeswax. These substances are considered highly toxic substances that put health at risk.
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Why is it important to review the doctor who is going to do the procedure?
The high demand of aesthetic procedures around the world forces us to raise awareness among the population to carry out a detailed search for the specialist in whom they are going to place their trust.
As in any surgical procedure, you can present complications; However, when the patient is properly informed, seeks the care of certified specialists, and chooses to have their procedures performed in regulated hospitals, complications are reduced to a minimum.
Finally, Dr. Denisse Hernández, a board-certified plastic surgeon, strongly urges patients to select their doctors with caution, verifying their CMCPER registration first. In addition, she suggests considering the degree of empathy, experience in the desired procedure and, above all, establishing a solid communication bond.
“In a large percentage of cases in Mexico, serious complications have arisen when using personnel not related to health, in places that are not specialized medical centers, and in surgical procedures performed by doctors who lack specialization in aesthetic plastic surgery and reconstructive. The Safety and quality of medical care are essentialand by following these principles, we can contribute to greater well-being and satisfactory results for patients,” concluded the specialist.
It’s your health, don’t put it in the hands of just anyone, even if the procedure is cheaper.
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