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Norway's Crown Princess Faces Lung Transplant
19 Dec
Summary
- Crown Princess Mette-Marit is undergoing assessment for a lung transplant.
- She has been diagnosed with chronic pulmonary fibrosis, which is worsening.
- The royal family member reduced her duties in October for rehabilitation.
The Royal House of Norway announced on December 19, 2025, that Crown Princess Mette-Marit is undergoing assessment for a lung transplant. The 52-year-old royal has been diagnosed with chronic pulmonary fibrosis, a condition causing lung scarring that impairs oxygen intake. Physicians at Rikshospitalet University Hospital have observed a clear deterioration in her health, initiating preparations for a potential transplant.
Professor Martin Holm stated that a lung transplant is likely necessary and that preparations are underway. While a decision on when the Crown Princess will be placed on the transplant waiting list has not been made, her health requires increased rest and a targeted exercise regimen. Despite this, she has expressed a strong desire to continue her royal duties, with her schedule being adapted accordingly.
