King Charles to undergo surgery next week for enlarged prostate
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Princess of Wales is being treated in hospital after undergoing successful abdominal surgery. She is said to be “doing well”, according to Palace sources.
The news came just an hour before it was announced the King will also attend hospital next week to be treated for an enlarged prostate, Buckingham Palace said.
Kate, 42, was admitted to The London Clinic on Tuesday for the planned procedure.
The future Queen is expected to remain in hospital for 10 to 14 days before returning home to continue her recovery.
The princess is likely to spend between two and three months recuperating and is not expected to return to public duties until after Easter based on current medical advice, the Palace said.
The Prince of Wales will not undertake official duties while his wife is in hospital and during the immediate period following her return home.
Heir to the throne William will combine being at Kate’s side with caring for their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Princes Louis, and he has postponed a number of engagements.
The Palace refused to confirm what Kate was being treated for but confirmed the condition was non-cancerous.
Princess of Wales ‘doing well’ as she recovers from abdominal surgery
Kate, 42, was admitted to hospital on Tuesday and will remain at the London Clinic for the next 10-14 days.
Her condition has not been disclosed but the surgery has been a success, according to Kensington Palace.
The Princess of Wales is to spend up to a fortnight in hospital (Aaron Chown/PA)
(PA Wire)
Maira Butt17 January 2024 19:30
A statement from Kensington Palace said: Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales was admitted to hospital yesterday for planned abdominal surgery.
“The surgery was successful and it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery. Based on the current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter.
“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.
“Kensington Palace will, therefore, only provide updates on Her Royal Highness’ progress when there is significant new information to share.
“The Princess of Wales wishes to apologise to all those concerned for the fact that she has to postpone her upcoming engagements. She looks forward to reinstating as many as possible, as soon as possible.”
(AP)
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 January 2024 19:30
What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate?
“His Majesty’s condition is benign and he will attend hospital next week for a corrective procedure. The King’s public engagements will be postponed for a short period of recuperation.”
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 January 2024 18:30
Inside the London clinic where the Princess of Wales is being treated
Kate, 42, was admitted to The London Clinic on Tuesday for the planned procedure, Buckingham Palace announced on Wednesday.
The future Queen is expected to remain in hospital for 10 to 14 days before returning home to continue her recovery.
Here’s everything we know about the hospital where the Princess of Wales will receive treatment:
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 January 2024 17:30
Royals hit by double health scare as King and Kate need hospital treatment
The monarchy has been hit by a double health scare with the Princess of Wales in hospital after abdominal surgery and the King facing treatment for an enlarged prostate.
Kate – a future Queen – is expected to remain in hospital for 10 to 14 days and is set to be away from official duties for up to three months to give her time to recover.
The nature of the princess’s condition has not been revealed although Kensington Palace confirmed it was not cancerous.
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 January 2024 16:56
King Charles to undergo surgery next week for enlarged prostate
Maryam Zakir-Hussain17 January 2024 16:34
Recap: Princess of Wales undergoes abdominal surgery and will remain in hospital for up to 14 day
Kate, 42, was admitted to The London Clinic on Tuesday for the planned procedure which is said to be a routine one.
Maira Butt and Barney Davis report:
Matt Mathers17 January 2024 16:30
Charles shared details to raise awareness – palace
It is understood Charles was keen to share the details of his diagnosis to encourage other men who may be experiencing symptoms to get checked in line with public health advice.
The King had a series of meetings and events planned at Dumfries House in East Ayrshire on Thursday and Friday, which are now being postponed on his doctor’s advice.
Guests, including foreign dignitaries and members of the Cabinet, were due to travel to Scotland and the Palace made the announcement to allow for them to be made aware of the situation.
The 75-year-old monarch acceded to the throne just 16 months ago after spending 70 years as the heir to the throne, and was crowned last May in Westminster Abbey.
(REUTERS)
Matt Mathers17 January 2024 16:07
Where is Kate being treated?
Kate is being treated at The London Clinic, which has several sites across the capital.
It is the UK’s largest independent private hospital and offers a range of services, including cancer care, digestive health, bone and joint conditions, plastic and cosmetic surgery and other therapies.
It has sites 20 Devonshire Place, west London and Harley Street in central London.
The Princess of Wales appears to be recovering at one of the Devonshire Place, near Regents Park.
(Lucy North/PA Wire)
Matt Mathers17 January 2024 16:03
King’s engagements to be postponed for a short period
The King’s engagements will be postponed for a short period of recuperation.
The news came just an hour-and-a-half after Kensington Palace announced that the Princess of Wales was recovering in hospital after undergoing abdominal surgery, and would be recuperating and away from official duties for up to three months.
File photo: King Charles and Princess Kate
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Matt Mathers17 January 2024 15:48
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