Kate Middleton hospitalized after undergoing abdominal surgery

Kate Middleton will remain in a private hospital in London for 10 to 14 days after undergoing a planned abdominal operation. In a statement from Kensington Palace, the British royal family noted that the Princess of Wales will not be able to resume public duties until after Easter.

'The surgery was successful'

The statement reported that, "Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales was admitted to The London Clinic yesterday for planned abdominal surgery. The surgery was successful and it is expected that she will remain in hospital for ten to fourteen days, before returning home to continue her recovery." It reiterated that she is not expected to make a public appearance for at least the next two months: "Based on the current medical advice, she is unlikely to return to public duties until after Easter."

In the statement, it was relayed that "the Princess of Wales wishes to apologise to all those concerned for the fact that she has to postpone upcoming engagements. She looks forward to reinstating as many as possible, as soon as possible." The royal family further announced that they would provide further updates on the Princess of Wales' condition when available.