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Norway's Queen Sonja to receive pacemaker after heart problem

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Posted on January 14, 2025

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This image features Queen Sonja of Norway, who is scheduled to receive a pacemaker following recent heart issues. The surgery is prompted by her diagnosis of cardiac fibrillation, highlighting her health challenges and the royal family's response.
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OSLO (Reuters) - Norway's Queen Sonja, 87, will have a pacemaker inserted in a scheduled surgery later this week after suffering a heart problem during the weekend, the Norwegian royal court said on

Norway's Queen Sonja Scheduled for Pacemaker Surgery

OSLO (Reuters) - Norway's Queen Sonja, 87, will have a pacemaker inserted in a scheduled surgery later this week after suffering a heart problem during the weekend, the Norwegian royal court said on Tuesday.

Sonja, the wife of Norway's head of state King Harald, was briefly hospitalised on Saturday and diagnosed with cardiac fibrillation following a ski trip, the court has previously said.

King Harald, 87, received a pacemaker in March to help compensate for a low heart rate.

(Reporting by Terje Solsvik; Editing by Alison Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • Queen Sonja of Norway will receive a pacemaker.
  • The surgery is scheduled for later this week.
  • She was diagnosed with cardiac fibrillation.
  • King Harald also has a pacemaker.
  • The royal court announced her brief hospitalization.

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The main topic is Queen Sonja of Norway undergoing pacemaker surgery following a heart problem.
Why is Queen Sonja receiving a pacemaker?
Queen Sonja is receiving a pacemaker due to cardiac fibrillation diagnosed after a ski trip.
Has King Harald also had heart issues?
Yes, King Harald received a pacemaker in March for a low heart rate.

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