Man dies during penis enlargement surgery
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A 56-year-old Russian man tragically died following a penis enlargement procedure that went fatally wrong, as reported by experts from the Bureau of Forensic Medical Expertise in Moscow. The man underwent injections of hyaluronic acid, a common cosmetic filler used to increase penile girth, but soon after experienced severe symptoms including breathing difficulties, nausea, weakness, and tremors. Despite emergency medical intervention, he succumbed the next morning to a pulmonary embolism—a blockage in a lung blood vessel—caused by the filler entering his bloodstream, highlighting the procedure's rare but lethal risks.
The incident underscores the dangers of cosmetic enhancements when not performed correctly, with British surgeon Charles Durrant noting that while such complications are uncommon in reputable clinics, they can occur if the filler is injected improperly into blood vessels. In this case, forensic analysis revealed a jelly-like substance, consistent with the hyaluronic acid, had accumulated near the man's groin and traveled to his lungs, directly linking the injection to his death. The lack of regulation in some regions, including the UK where fillers can be administered by minimally trained individuals, amplifies these risks, prompting warnings from experts about the procedure’s potential hazards.
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Penis enlargement injections promised up to a 40 percent girth increase, are marketed as a quick, 30-minute procedures, yet the effects typically last only up to 18 months, requiring repeat treatments. This case, though rare, serves as a stark reminder of the consequences when things go awry, with Durrant emphasizing that even minor damage to a vein during injection can lead to catastrophic outcomes. The Russian man’s death has reignited discussions about the safety and oversight of such cosmetic interventions, urging prospective patients to weigh the fleeting benefits against the possibility of severe, life-threatening complications.