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Norway’s Crown Princess Mette-Marit Prepares for Possible Lung Transplant After Health Decline

Doctors are evaluating her now to ensure she is prepared for transplant at the appropriate time.

Overview

  • Palace and Oslo University Hospital said autumn tests showed a clear deterioration in the 52-year-old royal’s pulmonary fibrosis.
  • It has not been decided when she will be placed on the lung transplant waiting list, according to Professor Are Martin Holm.
  • The medical team has begun preparations so surgery can proceed swiftly once clinical criteria are met and a donor becomes available.
  • The crown princess aims to continue official duties as her health allows, with her program adjusted for rest, rehabilitation and exercise needs.
  • Crown Prince Haakon noted she is struggling more to breathe, while separate criminal charges against her son have intensified scrutiny of the family ahead of a February trial.