What was supposed to be a routine cosmetic procedure ended in tragedy. A 26-year-old woman died after undergoing cosmetic surgery at the renowned Siluet Esthetic Clinic, located in an area with a high demand for cosmetic procedures. The news has sparked shock, outrage, and an urgent call to review medical checkups at these types of clinics.An operation with fatal consequencesThe victim, identified as Daniela M., went to Siluet Esthetic Clinic to undergo liposuction with fat transfer, a very popular surgery among young women. According to her family, Daniela had previously researched the clinic, relying on its reputation and the promotions offered on social media.The procedure was performed last Monday. Although the procedure was apparently successful, a few hours later Daniela began experiencing severe pain, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. She was transferred to a nearby private clinic, where she went into cardiac arrest and died shortly after.Ongoing investigationHealth authorities and the Public Prosecutor’s Office have already launched a formal investigation.
The clinic has been temporarily closed while forensic examinations are conducted in the operating room, the patient’s medical records are reviewed, and a determination is made as to whether negligence or malpractice was involved.A spokesperson for the prosecutor’s office stated that the attending surgeon’s medical certificates are under review, as are the facility’s aseptic conditions and emergency protocols.Daniela’s family is devastated. Her mother, through tears, told local media:“She just wanted to feel better about her body. We didn’t think she was going to end up dead. We want justice. She can’t go unpunished.”They have also asked other women not to be swayed by low prices or unrealistic promises, and to make sure they go to certified surgeons and clinics duly licensed by health authorities.
⚠️ A poorly regulated industryThe case has reignited the debate over the regulation of cosmetic surgery in many Latin American countries, where private clinics promote procedures with affordable prices but fail to meet all the necessary medical standards.In recent years, there have been multiple cases of deaths and serious complications following poorly performed cosmetic procedures, in places operating with irregular licenses, untrained staff, or without intensive care units in case of emergency.