A TEENAGER has died after a cosmetic surgery operation went wrong - leaving her with a blood clot in her lung.

       Maythe Rudek Garcia was just 17 when she opted to go under the knife in the tragic procedure that cost her her life.

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       Maythe Rudek Garcia was just 17 when she died after the operation Credit: NEWSFLASH 3

       Garcia came from a prominent family in Brazil Credit: NEWSFLASH 3

       She was a popular teen in her hometown Credit: NEWSFLASH

       The teenager's family have not disclosed the nature of the operation - but she suffered a pulmonary embolism.

       Maythe was rushed to hospital in her native Brazil but could not be saved from the fatal clot.

       Brazilian law states that teenagers under the age of 18 need parental consent before going under the knife.

       She was the daughter local businessman Marcos Garcia and her mother Maria da Graca Sicuro Rudek was once a candidate to be mayor of Contenda in southern Brazil.

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       Maythe arrived at hospital in a critical condition after being rushed from the cosmetic clinic by ambulance.

       A friend of the family told local media: "She went for a cosmetic procedure and the surgery ended up going wrong.

       "She had a pulmonary embolism, she ended up dying. The family did not reveal what the procedure was."

       Another pal added: "Maythe was always liked and loved by everyone. Always worrying about helping other people and doing good.

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       "Her absence will leave a gap that will never be filled. What will ease the pain of longing that everyone will feel for her will be the moments spent with her."

       "May her soul find eternal rest and may God comfort the hearts of family and friends in this time of pain."

       She was buried on September 6 at the Serrinha Cemetery in Contenda.

       The COC Araucaria College where she studied expressed their condolences.

       The school said: "It is with deep sadness that we report the passing of Maythe Rudek Garcia, our former student of Terceirao 2022.

       "Our hearts are full of grief at this difficult time. We want to express our deepest condolences to Maythe's family and friends.

       "She left a lasting mark on our school community and will be fondly remembered.

       "May her light continue to shine in our memories. Rest in peace."