Prince Philip undergoes successful procedure for pre-existing heart condition, will remain hospitalised, says Buckingham Palace

Britain’s Prince Philip underwent a successful procedure for a pre-existing heart condition on Wednesday, Buckingham Palace said in a statement.

“His Royal Highness will remain in hospital for treatment, rest and recuperation for a number of days,” the palace said.

Philip, 99, was admitted to hospital on February 16 after he felt unwell, to receive treatment for an unspecified, but not COVID-19-related, infection.

An ambulance carrying the duke was seen leaving King Edward VII hospital in London on Monday morning (local time).

Buckingham Palace confirmed he was being moved to St Bartholomew’s hospital, which is also in London.

St Bartholomew’s, or St Bart’s as it is known, is renowned for its cardiovascular treatment, and its website states…