Britain's King Charles III admitted to hospital for prostate surgery: Buckingham Palace
King Charles III
Britain's King Charles III was admitted to a London hospital on Friday morning (Jan26) foran enlarged prostate. Charles, 75, was at TheLondonClinic withQueen Camilla by his side.
In a statement, the Buckingham Palace said, "Thekingwas this morning admitted to a London hospital for scheduled treatment."
"His Majesty would like to thank all those who have sent their good wishes over the past week and is delighted to learn that his diagnosis is having a positive impact on public health awareness."
More details about the king's surgery, like how long he will be spendingthe time in hospital, are not known.
King Charles is being treated in the same hospital where Kate Middleton,Princess of Wales, is recovering after herabdominal surgery last week.
Last week, Buckingham Palace announcedthe news ofKingCharles' surgery, saying he had an enlarged prostate but the condition was benign.
“In common with thousands of men each year, The King has sought treatment for an enlarged prostate. His Majesty's condition is benign and he will attend hospital next week for a corrective procedure,” theysaid in a statement. “The King’s public engagements will be postponed for a short period of recuperation.”
Charles became king on September 8, 2022, following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. He is the oldest monarch in British history.
Charles' surgery came a week after Kate Middleton underwent abdominal surgery. That surgery was a ''planned one and was successful'', informed Kensington Palace in a statement to the media. Kate will continue herpublic duties after Easter.
(With inputs from agencies)
