Empress Emerita Michiko Suffers Broken Leg

 

Former Empress Michiko lost her balance and fell Sunday evening at her home, resulting in great pain. The next afternoon, an examination at the University of Tokyo Hospital revealed a broken femur (upper leg bone). The Imperial Household agency reported the Empress Emerita underwent a successful surgery on Tuesday morning  she is expected to stay in the hospital about two weeks. The exact date of her  hospital discharge will depend on her rehabilitation. 

According to his aides, her husband, Emperor Emeritus Akihito, appeared relieved upon hearing the operation was successful. The former Empress will turn 90 on October 20th. I wish her a speedy recovery and a very happy birthday!