Foreigner admitted to hospital after choking on balut in Vietnam

Doctors in Da Nang have saved a foreigner who choked on balut by accident.

Dr. Huynh Anh, head of the ear, nose and throat unit of Da Nang Hospital, said on Tuesday that they had successfully removed a balut stuck in the throat of a patient admitted in a critical condition.

Ranito Dela Rosa Sabino, a 43-year-old ship crewmember from the Philippines, was enjoying balut and chatting with his crewmates on January 26 when he accidentally swallowed a rather sizeable chunk, which got stuck in his throat, according to Dr. Anh.

The other crewmembers then transported Sabino from Vung Tau to Da Nang, where he was admitted to a private hospital on January 28.

Endoscopic photos depict a sizeable balut stuck in the patient’s throat. Photo: Tuoi Tre

He was transferred to Da Nang Hospital later that day due to lack of equipment.

The patient had trouble breathing and swallowing, accompanied by chest pain when hospitalized.

His history of pneumonia, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease meant a consultation had to be held before the endoscopy could be operated.

His condition has shown signs of improvement as he is now conscious and able to digest again, prompting his discharge from the hospital.

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