The Duchess of York has undergone surgery for breast cancer. Sarah, who was formerly married to the King's brother Prince Andrew, is said to be recuperating with her family, reports PA.
The cancer was detected with a mammogram, according to her spokesman. The surgery took place early in the disease, and the prognosis is good, he added.
The spokesman said: “Sarah, Duchess of York was recently diagnosed with an early form of breast cancer detected at a routine mammogram screening. She was advised she needed to undergo surgery which has taken place successfully.
