The Princess of Wales, Catherine, 42, is currently in a London hospital, where she underwent a planned and successful abdominal surgery. Kensington Palace released a statement confirming the procedure but emphasized Catherine's desire to keep her medical information private. The palace disclosed that the princess will remain in the private London Clinic for 10 to 14 days before returning home to continue her recovery. Based on current medical advice, she is expected to resume public duties after Easter.
The statement from the palace addressed the public's curiosity about the princess's health, stating, "The Princess of Wales appreciates the interest this statement will generate. She hopes that the public will understand her desire to maintain as much normality for her children as possible, and her wish that her personal medical information remains private."
The palace conveyed the princess's apologies for postponing upcoming engagements and expressed her anticipation to reinstate them as soon as possible. While the palace did not disclose specific details about the procedure, it did confirm that the condition treated was non-cancerous.
The Prince of Wales is expected to adjust his schedule to support their three children, and official duties for him will be postponed during the princess's hospital stay and the immediate period after her return home. Catherine's parents, Carole and Michael Middleton, along with her siblings, Pippa Matthews and James Middleton, will support her recovery at the royal couple's home in Windsor.