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Krabi Elephant Hospital Mourns Passing of Long-Term Patient Bua Sawan
Bua Sawan, an elephant who remained bedridden for eight years following a spinal injury, has passed away at the Krabi Elephant Hospital.
On September 8, 2026, the Krabi Elephant Hospital announced the death of Bua Sawan, a female elephant who had been under their specialized care for over eight years. Bua Sawan had been bedridden since suffering a severe accident that resulted in spinal cord damage and paralysis of all four legs.
According to the hospital, the elephant passed away on September 6, 2026. Preliminary findings from a necropsy suggest that the cause of death was internal organ failure. The hospital has sent additional samples to a laboratory for further analysis to confirm the exact cause of death, with updates to be provided once results are available.
For residents and visitors, this news highlights the ongoing efforts of local wildlife conservationists and veterinary teams in managing long-term care for injured animals in Thailand. The hospital expressed gratitude for the public's long-standing support, including donations of medicine and supplies that sustained Bua Sawan during her lengthy recovery process. While the immediate cause of death has been identified as organ failure, the final laboratory report remains pending to provide a definitive conclusion regarding her passing.