Pope Leo had lobe of lung removed as doctors found cancer, Vatican says
- On Tuesday, Pope Leo XIV underwent successful thoracic surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, with post-operative tests confirming a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma.
- Leo disclosed the discovery during his Sunday, October 11, Angelus address in St. Peter's Square, marking rare transparency about the first major health problem of his 17-month papacy.
- Surgeons used a video-assisted technique for the 90-minute operation at Gemelli. The Holy See Press Office reported the procedure was successful with no complications.
- Vatican officials canceled all public audiences for Leo through October 20 to allow recovery, with the pontiff expected to remain hospitalized for approximately one week.
- Oncologists describe Leo's prognosis as 'excellent' due to early detection; however, his planned November 6–17 trip to South America remains uncertain given the logistical demands of over 31,000 kilometers across a dozen flights.
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Bishop Gerard Battersby of the Diocese of La Crosse issued a statement on Wednesday on Pope Leo XIV’s surgery and cancer diagnosis. He underwent surgery in Rome on Tuesday to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said. Blood tests and a chest X-ray showed the 71-year-old pope was recovering normally, his two […]
The Vatican announced this Tuesday that Leo XIV was suffering from cancer, a shock revelation after three hours in the operating room. The lower right lobe of the pope's lung was completely removed. According to the surgeons, the operation was carried out without complications, but further examinations will be conducted to ensure that the tumor did not spread. Even today, cameras from all over the world are being held around the Gemelli hospital…
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