41. How Online Misinformation Leads to Serious Complications in London

41. How Online Misinformation Leads to Serious Complications in London

John, a 45-year-old from London, opts for a kidney transplant in a clinic in Thailand, lured by the promise of lower costs advertised on a seemingly reputable medical tourism website. The surgery leads to serious complications due to poorly performed operation and lack of immediate post-op care, combined with lack of access to post-op care back in the UK.

Individual outcomes

John suffers from health complications, and his family faces emotional and financial stress.

Societal outcomes

 Societally, it raises concerns about the safety and ethics of medical tourism based on misleading information.

Competences involved in this scenario:

Social systems affected by this scenario:

M6. Claim verification
S4. Official and unofficial sources

International Healthcare Regulations
Consumer Protection Agencies
Online Platforms