Princess Catherine of Wales underwent abdominal surgery recently and is expected to remain in hospital for a period of ten to fourteen days. The Royal Family did not disclose many details about Tuesday’s procedure, but officials confirmed that it was planned and that the outcome was successful.
Kensington Palace, the official residence of Catherine and her husband Prince William, announced that the princess will continue to recover privately after her discharge. Officials did not specify when she might resume public duties, noting that the agenda will be set after Easter.
In the palace statement, it was emphasized that Catherine hopes the public will understand her wish to keep daily life as normal as possible for her children while also respecting her need for personal medical information to remain private. The family indicated that further information about the 42 year old princess will be shared only when there is meaningful, new information to report, and urged patience from the public and media alike. This approach aligns with a broader commitment to safeguarding the privacy of the family while maintaining openness about health when appropriate, as observed by observers and commentators in royal coverage. | attribution: Royal Communications Office