Self-surgery

Self-surgery is the act of performing a surgical procedure on oneself. It can be a result of desperation, lack of access to healthcare, or a desire for self-reliance. Self-surgery is generally not recommended due to the risks involved, including infection, incorrect procedure, and the psychological trauma of performing surgery on oneself.

History

Historically, self-surgery has been performed in extreme circumstances, often as a last resort. One of the most famous cases is that of Leonid Rogozov, a Soviet doctor who performed an appendectomy on himself while stationed in Antarctica.

Risks

The risks of self-surgery are numerous and serious. They include infection, incorrect procedure, and the psychological trauma of performing surgery on oneself. In addition, the lack of proper medical equipment and anesthesia can lead to severe pain and complications.

Notable cases

There have been several notable cases of self-surgery throughout history. These include:

• Leonid Rogozov, a Soviet doctor who performed an appendectomy on himself while stationed in Antarctica.
• Evan O'Neill Kane, an American surgeon who performed an appendectomy and a hernia repair on himself.
• Ines Ramírez Pérez, a Mexican woman who performed a caesarean section on herself.

See also

• Autosurgery
• List of people who have performed self-surgery