Camilla Undergoes Hysterectomy
Prince Charles' wife, Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, underwent a hysterectomy at a London hospital Monday, officials said.
Camilla, 59, arrived for the procedure at the King Edward VII hospital on Sunday, having recently returned to Britain following a 10-day tour of the Mideast with Charles.
"The Duchess of Cornwall had her operation this morning and is recovering well," Prince Charles' office said in a statement.
Officials said Camilla is expected to remain in the hospital for the rest of the week.
A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove all or part of the uterus. The operation can be done for various reasons, including cancer, abnormal growths, menstrual problems or complications following birth.Photos: A Royal Year
Clarence House had said the operation was not the result of cancer, but did not provide any further details.
Camilla is expected to require six weeks of recuperation.