King of Thailand’s estranged son seeks return for urgent brain surgery
Por SCMP’s Asia desk — South China Morning Post – News feed
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Chakriwat Vivacharawongse says he faces paralysis or death from brain tumours as he appeals to receive medical care in Bangkok
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SCMP’s Asia desk Published: 4:19pm, 22 Sep 2026 Updated: 4:23pm, 22 Sep 2026 The third son of Thailand ’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn has said he wants to return home for urgent brain surgery.
Chakriwat “Than Aong” Vivacharawongse posted a video on social media on Monday saying he had two large brain tumours requiring surgery. The 43-year-old doctor said he wanted to receive treatment in Thailand.
“I want to return to Thailand for treatment because Thai doctors are highly capable,” he said in the video.
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