Raising Awareness on Malpractice in Aesthetic Medicine: Investigating Clinics in Sonora to Ensure Safe Procedures

2023-09-06 20:38:19

In recent months, at least 180 cases of malpractice in aesthetic medicine have been reported in Sonora, which is why all clinics in the state are being investigated to regularize their services.

Each week, approximately 180 patients with complications from poor cosmetic practices seek help at the College of Aesthetic Physicians of Sonoracommented Dr. Carlos López Carrillo, who leads this association.

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During 2022, he shared that at least 7,200 cases of patients were registered, of which 80% are women between the ages of 35 and 65, affected by bad practices in poorly performed aesthetic medicine, with the presence of 60% in Hermosillo, 30% in Cajeme and the rest in other parts of Sonora.

This worrisome increase has generated growing concern, both in the medical community and in society in general. Aesthetic procedures, ranging from acid injections to dermal fillers, are at the center of this public health crisis.

Cases of involvement due to malpractice of aesthetic medicine

Bad medical practices, the lack of adequate training of some professionals and the proliferation of clandestine or uncertified clinics are some of the factors that have been identified as causing these problems. Patients seeking to improve their appearance have ended with disastrous results, serious complications and even in some cases, loss of life.

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The president of the board of directors of Grupo Empresarial Conexión, Mr. Omar Guillén, reported that individuals with professions such as nurses, cosmetologists and gym trainers have been identified who are using chemical substances such as botox or hyaluronic acid, as well as polymers, without have the proper training. This, according to him, represents a threat to health.

“That is why it is so important to regulate this situation in the health law where a chapter for aesthetic medicine is opened,” he commented.

Experts seek to regulate the situation

For his part, Dr. Carlos López Carrillo, president of the College of Aesthetic Physicians of Sonora, explained that the inicitavita also seeks to establish more rigorous supervision for professionals in the field of aesthetic medicine. In this way, patients can have the confidence that they are receiving safe procedures from duly certified people.

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He added that the main complications that are treated from unregulated practices are infections, edema, allergies, anaphylaxis, bruises, scars, cysts, necrosis and people who lose their lives due to the malpractice of those who carried out these actions, in addition to the use of substances. not approved by Cofepris.

How to identify a fraudulent aesthetic clinic?

Identifying a fraudulent aesthetic medicine clinic can be essential to protect health and safety, so it is important to identify the red flags. Mainly, the lack of licenses and certifications; legitimate clinics are always duly licensed and certified by health authorities, the lack of licenses is a red flag.

A clinic of this type must include in its team doctors, nurses and other health professionals with adequate experience for this aesthetic procedure, if you do not have them, run away.

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Excessively low prices may indicate that the clinic is using low-quality products or unsafe procedures. The biggest sign to pay attention to is if the clinic has unhygienic facilities. Aesthetic medicine clinics must maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.

In case you have doubts regarding an aesthetic medicine clinic, it is essential to consult with health professionals or investigate in depth before making any decision. Your safety and health are the most important thing.

Do you know a friend’s cousin who has had this happen to him?

Sources: Process, El Imparcial, Unidradio El Diario de Sonora

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