Yulia Burtseva: Influencer dies at 38 after undergoing cosmetic surgery in Russia

Glamorous influencer, Yulia Burtseva, has died after undergoing cosmetic surgery in Moscow, Russia.

The 38-year-old Italian content creator, who had over 74,000 followers on Instagram, underwent surgery at a private clinic on Sunday, January 4, before her condition deteriorated rapidly, according to Russian news outlet MSK1.

She was taken to hospital after reportedly experiencing an anaphylactic shock, but doctors were unable to save her.

Moscow investigators have since opened a criminal case, looking into possible negligence linked to the procedure, which is believed to have been a buttock augmentation surgery.

Officials say multiple forensic tests have been ordered, including a medical examination, as they work to determine what went wrong.

“Investigators from the Moscow Investigative Committee are working at the scene. Necessary official and medical records will be seized shortly. A number of forensic examinations, including a medical one, are being ordered,” a translated statement from the Moscow Investigative Committee reads.

Tributes for the beloved content creator have flooded the comment section of the final video she shared on December 5, which featured her young daughter.

“I’m shocked by the news. My condolences to the family,” one follower wrote.

“Why, why did an already beautiful girl need these surgeries? rest in peace!” another commented.

“Yulia, you will be greatly missed. You were a very bright person. Crying out loud! It’s a pity that this happened,” wrote a third.

Burtseva lived in Naples with her husband and daughter. On the morning of her surgery, she reportedly shared a video on Russian social media platform VK, writing simply: “Good morning Moscow”.