Kate Middleton's abdominal surgery: Doctor explains why long stay in hospital is necessary

her “planned abdominal surgery.”The Princess of Wales, 42, returned home to Windsor Monday morning, where she will continue to recover behind closed doors until after Easter.The mother-of-three spent a total of 13 days at the London Clinic, before she was whisked away to Adelaide Cottage in Windsor, where she was reunited with Prince William and their three children.“The Princess of Wales has returned home to Windsor to continue her recovery from surgery. She is making good progress,” Kensington Palace said in a statement Monday.“The Prince and Princess wish to say a huge thank you to the entire team at The London Clinic, especially the dedicated nursing staff, for the care they have provided.”William, who had hit the brakes on his official engagements while Kate was in the hospital, is expected to resume his official duties once the Princess settles in back at home.“The Wales family continues to be grateful for the well wishes they have received from around the world,” the statement concluded.Royal sources say Kate’s return to official duties “will depend on medical advice closer to the time.”Since news of Kate’s health woes came to light, Kensington Palace has contacted the Princess’ 30 charities to postpone and reschedule engagements.Kate’s father-in-law, King Charles, remains in the London Clinic this afternoon after being admitted three days ago for treatment of an enlarged prostate.Last week, it was reported that the Princess didn’t tell those close to the royal family about her surgery.Sources told People that the news took Middleton’s loved ones by surprise, especially as “there had been no indication that anything was wrong” with her before her hospitalization on Jan.

Kate Middleton has been discharged from hospital following abdominal surgery and is home in Adelaide Cottage making 'good progress'.

After 13 days in hospital to recover from her "planned abdominal surgery," the Princess of Wales has returned home to Windsor to continue her recovery and is “making good progress," Kensington Palace said.The full statement reads: “The Princess of Wales has returned home to Windsor to continue her recovery from surgery. She is making good progress.

Kate Middleton's uncle Gary Goldsmith has reportedly signed up for Celebrity Big Brother, and has vowed to "talk about everything and anything" on the reality show. Gary, 58, is the younger brother of Carole Middleton - the Princess of Wales' mum. He served as an usher at Carole's wedding to husband Michael, 74, in 1980 and he also attended Kate's wedding to Prince William, 41, in 2011 as a guest.

King Charles visited Kate Middleton in the hospital before his own prostate surgery.The King and Queen Consort checked on the Princess of Wales, who is recovering from her operation, before Charles went in for his procedure. Royal insiders shared that Charles and Camilla wanted to see how Kate was after her surgery last week. Kate was on her 11th day of her hospital stay at the London Clinic before resting at home.

“planned abdominal surgery” and would be in the hospital for up to two weeks.King Charles disclosed that same day that he would be entering a medical institution this week to correct his enlarged prostate. But a question remains: Why did the monarch, 75, choose to reveal his diagnosis in full while his daughter-in-law did not?According to a People source, “it was sensible” for Charles “to be more open about it, as otherwise, people might have thought the worst.”As the reigning king, Charles’ health is of the utmost importance to the monarchy and the citizens of the UK and his decision to share his health status with the public has caused a surge in interest in the disease.According to the UK’s National Health Service website, last week there was a 1,000% surge in searches about prostate enlargement.When she revealed her diagnosis, the Princess of Wales, 42, said in a statement that she “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,” the memo added.Middleton shares children Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 8, and Prince Louis, 5, with husband Prince William.The Duchess of Cambridge “wishes to apologize 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,” the statement concluded.She will not undertake any public engagements until after Easter as she recuperates.

Kate Middleton's mum is reportedly stepping in to help with Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis while her daughter recovers from a health scare. It's been over a week since Kate had an abdominal operation at the London Clinic, where she's still recovering.The princess, aged 42, is expected to stay there for up to two weeks and won't be back on royal duties until after Easter. Prince William has taken a break from his official responsibilities to care for Kate and their children, but now a royal expert has revealed how Carole Middleton is likely to be "at the helm" helping out.

undergoing a “planned abdominal surgery” last week.Sources told People that the news took Middleton’s loved ones by surprise, especially as “there had been no indication that anything was wrong” with her before her hospitalization on Jan. 16.Middleton, 42, was last seen in public for Christmas Day service on Dec.

The Princess of Wales is expected to remain in hospital for the next few days as she continues with her recovery from last week’s abdominal surgery.

undergoing a “planned abdominal surgery” last week.While the surgery has been “successful,” Middleton will remain under the watchful eye of doctors and nurses for up to two weeks and will not return to royal duties until after Easter.Following Prince William’s brief visit last week, it’s said that the princess has kept in touch with her three children via FaceTime as they remain at their home in Windsor with their dad.“Kate loves FaceTiming the children when she is working away overseas so I’m sure they will be in regular contact while she’s in the hospital and the kids will be keen to see her as soon as she’s well enough,” royal expert Emily Nash told Hello! Magazine.“Both William and Kate are very hands-on parents — they take the kids to school, attend sports matches and concerts and try to be home for bedtime as much as they can.”“While Kate is in hospital, William, 41, will be at home keeping things as normal as possible,” Nash added.The Post has reached out to Kensington Palace for comment.According to the Sunday Times, Kate and William’s new family motto is now, “100% family first, day job second.” “The kids are always at the center of their universe. That will continue to be the case,” an insider told the outlet.

Kate Middleton is currently recovering from the abdominal surgery that she underwent last week but she can definitely count on her devoted husband Prince William to be by her side.

Princess of Wales Kate Middleton is expected to be absent from a number of big events after receiving abdominal surgery. Earlier this week, on Wednesday, 17 January, the Palace revealed that the 42-year-old was at The London Clinic hospital after receiving successful surgery.The Royal mother, who shares Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis with heir to the throne William, is expected to remain in hospital for ten to 14 days.

Princess Kate may be in hospital recovering from her recent abdominal surgery but she's previously opened up about dealing with a debilitating condition that also left her hospitalised. The Princess of Wales is currently recuperating from her abdominal surgery at the private London Clinic after undergoing surgery earlier this week - but it's not the first time the royal has battled health woes. On Wednesday, Kensington Palace announced that Princess Kate had been admitted to hospital where she had the operation and would have to stay there for up to 14 days, before continuing her recovery at home.

Kate Middleton is currently recovering in hospital following a successful abdominal surgery at a private London hospital and it isn't the first time the mum-of-three has been admitted due to health complications in the past.

Prince William is seen driving his car away from a UK hospital after visiting his wife, Catherine, Princess of Wales (aka Kate Middleton) on Thursday (January 18) in London, England.

Kate Middleton is thought to be "doing well" following her abdominal surgery, after a shock announcement worried royal fans.The Princess of Wales, 42, had the operation on Wednesday at The London Clinic in Marylebone, with Kensington Palace making a statement that she would be stepping back from royal duties until after Easter. Kate is expected to stay in hospital for 10 to 14 days, longer than is usually advised after abdominal surgery, and will then take two to three months for her recovery once she is back in Windsor.

Kate Middleton has undergone a successful abdominal surgery that will see her not return to her royal duties until Easter.

The Royal Family has been hit with two health scares this week, after it was reported that Princess Kate is now in hospital following some surgery, with King Charles to have treatment on his prostate next week.

Kate Middleton is reportedly “relying on” her nanny Maria Teresa Turrion Borrallo, who charges up to £120,000 for an overseas placement, as she recovers from her unannounced abdominal surgery.The nanny, who has worked with the Prince and Princess of Wales for over a decade, will provide a vital service as Kate recovers over the next few weeks. According to the Daily Express, Ms Borrallo has provided an essential service to raising the young royals, and a royal commentator previously claimed that she will have a major impact on their lives in the future.

was admitted to the hospital for a planned procedure on Tuesday, with Kensington Palace making an official announcement earlier today.While the surgery was “successful,” she will remain at the London Clinic for 10 to 14 days before “returning home to continue her recovery.”Grant Harrold, who worked for Charles for seven years when he was the Prince of Wales, says the surgery will no doubt have an effect on the royals, and will force her husband, Prince William, to pick up the extra workload.“Without question, this will have a huge impact. Kate is arguably one of the most favorable royals.