British-Nigerian businessman and influencer Igho Ubiribo died after a cosmetic penile filler procedure at an unnamed clinic in Thailand while holidaying in Bangkok with his wife, a London inquest has heard.

The 43-year-old suffered a pulmonary embolism after receiving injections of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine in March. Assistant coroner Jean Harkin recorded a narrative conclusion that the embolism was caused by the cosmetic procedure abroad.

Ubiribo, known online as "Tiny" and "Ego", had 185,000 Instagram followers. He was visiting Thailand with his wife, Danielle Simba Allen, and the couple were staying at the Marriott Hotel in Bangkok.

Chest pain during massage

The inquest at Inner West London Coroners' Court heard that Ubiribo received 40 millilitres of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine at the clinic before going for a massage with his wife.

He later complained of chest pain and fainted twice. Dr Thongchai Chansirirattingkul of Sukhumvit Hospital said Ubiribo had experienced two cases of syncope, or fainting, during the massage and had received the penile filler injections earlier that day.

Ms Harkin said he was able to answer questions normally while travelling by ambulance to hospital. On arrival at Sukhumvit Hospital, doctors recommended a CT scan, but he lost consciousness before it could be carried out.

His wife told hospital staff about the procedure. Doctors diagnosed a pulmonary embolism, in which a clot blocks a blood vessel in the lungs, and transferred him to intensive care.

Despite more than 100 minutes of CPR and ROSC procedures (return of spontaneous circulation), Ubiribo died in the early hours of March 6.

Postmortem findings supported Thai diagnosis

Pathologist John du Parcq carried out a postmortem examination in the UK. He found that cellular material in Ubiribo's lungs matched the hyaluronic acid used in the filler injection, consistent with a pulmonary embolism.

"This matches the Thai autopsy," Dr du Parcq said in his report.

Ubiribo's London-based primary care doctor said he had previously undergone a joint operation, was pre-diabetic and had gout, but had no other medical issues.

The coroner said: "Igho Ubiribo, a businessman, died as the result of a cosmetic procedure abroad. His death was caused by a pulmonary embolism as the result of an injection of hyaluronic acid into the penis."

What medical tourists should consider

Thailand is a major destination for cosmetic procedures, including for visitors and foreign residents. This case underlines the importance of checking a provider's medical credentials, discussing health conditions and possible complications in advance, and ensuring travel insurance covers elective treatment and any resulting emergency care.

Hyaluronic acid filler procedures have been criticised by medical professionals. The British Association of Urological Surgeons has issued warnings, while NHS andrologist Professor Vaibhav Modgil said complications could be "devastating for the patient".

The clinic involved in Ubiribo's procedure was not named at the inquest.

With over 100,000 followers on Instagram, Ubiribo is known for his luxurious lifestyle. He owns a $1.1 million house in Crenshaw, Los Angeles, and a $600,000 apartment in London. His wife is a fashion designer and socialite, and the couple had a lavish wedding in Zimbabwe in 2022.

Pictures courtesy of Daily Mail

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Some things should be forbidden.... Cosmetic surgery is in fact too dangerous..It should be allowed for people who were mutilated but not for a new nose, larger bodypart or whatever.... Size is not important it is how you use it in this case, but if I see the pic his wife is also a big customer of the cosmetic industry

Shout out to all the little guys out there struggling ....My heart goes out to you.

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

Despite more than 100 minutes of CPR, Ubiribo died in the early hours of March 6.

NO ONE gets CPR for more than 100 minutes. They call death after about 20 min of it - max.

March 6 = 3/6 . . . 666. These plastic surgeries are straight from the devil's roll of knives.

Never do it people.

Small members can always hire in help for the wife.

If you die of cosmetic surgery, then his wife is living on borrowed time.

Never, ever have an operation on your private parts unless it is medically necessary or an emergency. Is it really worth the risk?

Off topic post about Covid removed @GoodieAfterDark this is the Thai news section, if your can’t discuss the topic, then don’t post.

I'd never heard of this 'filler' thing untill recently. It's used mainly on other body parts and when it's used in the groin it's to make it 'thicker' apparently. (I'd have thought most would want longer - but anyway). Yes, what a risky surgery and for what..a short, wider nob?

2 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

If you die of cosmetic surgery, then his wife is living on borrowed time.

Maybe after having the elephant's trunk between her legs, she put pressure on hubby to upgrade. And those fat Michelin lips. Yuck! One wonders what archaeologists in the distant future will think when they uncover human remains consisting mainly of plastic?

30 minutes ago, ronnie50 said:

I'd never heard of this 'filler' thing untill recently. It's used mainly on other body parts and when it's used in the groin it's to make it 'thicker' apparently. (I'd have thought most would want longer - but anyway). Yes, what a risky surgery and for what..a short, wider nob?

Long and thin, slips right in; but short and thick, does the trick.

1 minute ago, crouchpeter said:

Long and thin, slips right in; but short and thick, does the trick.

I was once told you only need an inch....the last inch LOL

That must have been the British side that needed the augmentation. I had a Nigerian roommate in college, and.... It's Twue, It's Twue. (Channeling Madeline Kahn in Blazing Saddles)

My roommate had 2 masters and a PhD in computer science and was working on his 2nd PhD. He didn't want to go back...

Off topic troll post removed @FlorC

A lot of my partners have said who are you going to pleasure with that?

My answer:

ME

Edited 2 hours ago2 hr by Jeff the Chef

55 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

Never, ever have an operation on your private parts unless it is medically necessary or an emergency. Is it really worth the risk?

I agree. I was persuaded to have an operation after so many female partners complained that I was too big for them lol! Anyway RIP to 'Tiny'

The guy's nickname was Ego. I'm guessing he had a huge Johnson already.

The Tiny nickname was probably a reverse joke.

So, why did he need to go bigger? big cock, small brain.

Our heart goes out to, Tiny. Clearly you lived an amazing life, 185000 Instagram followers for a man is a life well lived, and you tried to go for perfection to please your lady even more and increase girth. She will always remember Tiny, I'm sure.

Not sure what kind of heat the poor guy was packing, but as a public service, tourists should be warned that finding a proper fit for anyone hoping to engage in the prime directive while here, with their significant other or a new friend, had best play Boy Scout and Be Prepared. If one is normal or above, getting fitted out in Thailand is problematic. I know of only one shop in Bangkok which has size 64 on the shelf. Most offerings are geared toward a different demographic, and it's not you. The danger of giving into temptation unsheathed, even with what is called a "good girl", is great.

39 minutes ago, simon43 said:

I agree. I was persuaded to have an operation after so many female partners complained that I was too big for them lol! Anyway RIP to 'Tiny'

It can be a real problem here. For serious punters, the odds are low when competing with Asian men. Especially the Japanese, who seem to be notorious for possessing the world's smallest members. The pros love that. The old 4/4/4 formula. No wear and tear.

44 minutes ago, LALes said:

The guy's nickname was Ego. I'm guessing he had a huge Johnson already.

The Tiny nickname was probably a reverse joke.

So, why did he need to go bigger? big cock, small brain.

But the photos portray him as a 'juicer'

And steroids are well known for reducing the size of certain body parts.

Off topic post removed @SOTIRIOS

...The Article Said 'Died In March'... (?)

...We Are Now September... (?)

...To What Shall We Attribute This 6+ Month Lapse In Reporting The Incident... (?)

2 minutes ago, SOTIRIOS said:

...The Article Said 'Died In March'... (?)

...We Are Now September... (?)

...To What Shall We Attribute This 6+ Month Lapse In Reporting The Incident... (?)

Try reading the article, the article is about the UK inquest, which has just been held.

The incident was just one of multiple foreign deaths in Thailand, that happens all the time. Clearly if the family has not spoken to Thai media, it goes unreported.

Maybe try to post a comment without all the pointless (?)

OK, I just could not pass this one up. had to read it! His nickname was Tiny.

Maybe she should have given him some kind of mouth to, on whatever.

I would guess, looking at her riding that elephant. It must have given her ideas.

How about those duck lips?

As soon as I saw this story I knew it would produce at least 15 pages in this forum. I know you won't let me down, brothers.

1 hour ago, BritManToo said:

But the photos portray him as a 'juicer'

And steroids are well known for reducing the size of certain body parts.

They shrink ur balls temporarily, not your hose. Quit spreading misinformation