Thailand investigates after Briton dies from penis enlargement
A coroner in London ruled that the death was caused by the hyaluronic acid injection the patient received hours earlier.
Thai authorities are investigating a Bangkok clinic after a Nigerian-born British businessman died following a penis enlargement procedure. Igho Ubiribo, 43, reportedly received a hyaluronic acid injection before his death on March 6. The case has reignited discussions about medical tourism in Thailand, which is a popular destination for international visitors seeking healthcare and aesthetic procedures.
The health ministry ordered an investigation into the clinic's practices and whether it holds a valid license. Ubiribo, who had 185,000 Instagram followers, had sought the procedure multiple times, with the final session taking place on March 5. He complained of chest pains after receiving the injection and was taken to the hospital, where he was declared dead around 1am due to complications from the hyaluronic acid injection.
Thai health minister Pattana Promphat emphasized the importance of caution when undergoing medical procedures, stating that the investigation aims to ensure safe and high-quality care for patients in Thailand.
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