Smoking before surgery: Hidden dangers you shouldn’t ignore

Smoking is well-documented for its harmful effects on the body and overall health. However, many people remain unaware of the significant negative impact smoking can have when surgery is required. Smoking increases the risks of complications, delays in healing, and other potentially severe health issues. For these reasons, smoking is considered a major adversary—not just for the surgeon, but also for the patient. Here’s why smoking before or after surgery is a bad idea.