The Risks of Multiple Surgeries: What to Watch For

Multiple surgeries increase cumulative risks:

• Infection: Each incision adds infection risk.
• Complications: Higher chance of serious adverse events.
• Scarring: Accumulates with each procedure.
• Pain: More surgeries, more postoperative pain.
• Emotional distress: Repeated surgical stress.
• Financial burden: Costs add up.
• Mortality risk: Increases with each surgery.

Weigh risks and benefits carefully before any surgical procedure.