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!
3 comments:
Speedy recovery for her and an early Happy Birthday.
Catherine
She looks very thin, not much protection if you fall. I hope she has a quick recovery.
Sadly, this type of fall injury is very common with older people - my grandpa had it too when he was 80 years old. I hope the former Empress recovers well, I'm sure she'll get all the support she needs!
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