Afghanistan, Aug. 4 -- Martin Lachman, a 38-year-old British teacher, died after a five-hour hair transplant in Istanbul, prompting an investigation and renewed scrutiny of Turkey's booming cosmetic surgery industry.
Martin Lachman, a 38-year-old former British teacher, has died following a five-hour hair transplant surgery in Istanbul, Turkey, according to local reports.
Lachman fell ill shortly after the procedure and was taken to a hospital, where he later passed away. Turkish authorities have launched an investigation on suspicion of "involuntary manslaughter."
The clinic that performed the transplant stated the cause of death has not yet been determined. Lachman reportedly paid about $2,000 for the operation.
The surgery was carrie...