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Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit Faces Likely Lung Transplant as Doctors Prepare

Officials cite a clear autumn decline confirmed by recent tests.

Overview

  • Oslo University Hospital’s pulmonary chief said the team is preparing so a transplant can proceed when needed.
  • A decision on when to place her on the transplant waiting list remains pending.
  • Palace statements said several tests this autumn showed a clear deterioration in her condition.
  • Mette-Marit was diagnosed in 2018 with a rare form of pulmonary fibrosis and has periodically scaled back duties, most recently in October.
  • The palace said she will continue engagements as she feels well enough, as public attention also focuses on her son’s February court case, which he contests.