Sheffield Mom Dies During Turkish Cosmetic Surgery: Family Demands Answers Amid Rising Death Toll
August 19, 2024Kaydell Brown, a 38-year-old mother of two from Sheffield, tragically died during a Brazilian butt lift surgery at ClinicExpert in Istanbul due to complications.
She entered surgery around 9:30 AM, but after a prolonged procedure lasting ten hours, she was pronounced dead in the recovery room, with initial findings suggesting fat may have traveled to her lungs.
Following her death, Kaydell's body was returned to the UK with parts of her heart missing, prompting an ongoing inquest into the circumstances surrounding her death.
An inquest has been opened in Sheffield, with investigators looking into the potential causes of her death.
Leanne, Kaydell's sister who was present at the clinic, criticized the facility as a 'pop-up butcher shop' and expressed her shock at receiving only a cash refund and a flight home after the tragedy.
Since 2019, the UK Foreign Office has reported 28 deaths of British citizens following cosmetic surgeries in Turkey, highlighting the risks associated with such procedures.
In light of these incidents, the British government has urged individuals considering cosmetic procedures abroad to thoroughly research the clinics and practitioners involved.
Kaydell's death has raised significant awareness about the risks associated with cosmetic surgery abroad, with her family actively seeking answers and accountability.
Kaydell had paid £5,400 for the surgery, which included a Brazilian butt lift, tummy tuck, and breast surgery, significantly less than the £15,000 cost in the UK, including flights and hotel accommodation.
ClinicExpert acknowledged that while they do not force patients into surgery, they agreed to perform multiple procedures at once despite the inherent risks.
Leanne described the clinic's aggressive marketing tactics, which included sending numerous before and after photos via WhatsApp to encourage Kaydell to proceed with multiple procedures.
The clinic claimed that complications are a known risk in liposuction and emphasized their low mortality rate, stating they had lost only two patients out of over 23,000 surgeries performed in 13 years.
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The Mirror • Aug 18, 2024
Woman explains how she was told sister had died during Brazilian butt liftThe Mirror • Aug 18, 2024
Brit mum dies after flying to Turkey for Brazilian butt lift surgery