Hospital staff confirmed the operation was successful, noting that the 52‑year‑old princess returned to the ward in stable condition.
Medical specialists said the transplant process proceeded smoothly despite her complex medical history, and she is now under close observation for several weeks.
Prince Haakon will modify his official duties to support his wife as she recuperates.
The transplant followed her son, Marius Borg Høiby, being sentenced to prison for rape—a delay that sparked public interest in the family’s private welfare.
Mette‑Marit’s transplant comes after a year of declining health due to rare pulmonary fibrosis, a condition that forced her to reduce public appearances. Earlier this year the royal couple faced criticism over her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Experts highlighted the delicate nature of the recovery, noting that transplant recipients will need lifelong immunosuppressive medication and careful monitoring.
