The Swedish Royal Court announced that Carl XVI Gustaf, who had heart surgery, was in good health. writes about it daily mail.
“This morning, February 20, His Excellency the King underwent surgery in the heart area using catheter technology. The operation went according to plan and the king is doing well,” the Swedish royal court said in a statement.
“The king thanks him for all the support and warmth shown to him and is grateful to the Swedish healthcare system.”
palace last week announcedIt was learned that the decision to have surgery was made on the recommendation of the 76-year-old king’s doctor. After the operation, Carl XVI Gustaf will go on vacation and will not fulfill his royal duties.
This year, the monarch will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his reign. He ascended to the throne in 1973 upon the death of his grandfather, Gustav VI Adolf.