Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit undergoes successful lung transplant

Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit has successfully undergone a lung transplant at Oslo University Hospital’s Rikshospitalet. The procedure marks a significant medical milestone for the royal figure. The transplant was led by Professor Arnt Fiane, a cardiothoracic surgeon and professor of medicine at the University of Oslo. The operation took place at Rikshospitalet, a leading medical facility in the country.

After the surgery, the Crown Princess will stay in hospital for several weeks. This period will allow for routine post-operative care, rehabilitation, and close monitoring for any complications. Doctors will also adjust her medication during this time. Updates on her condition will be shared only after her discharge. The hospital will continue to oversee her recovery in the coming weeks. Her progress will determine the next steps in her treatment.