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Pope Leo XIV's Lung Cancer Surgery Successful
14 Oct
Summary
- Pope Leo XIV had lower lobe of right lung removed due to cancer.
- Surgery confirmed lung adenocarcinoma diagnosis.
- Prognosis is considered excellent due to early detection.
Pope Leo XIV successfully underwent surgery on Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung after a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. The Vatican announced that the procedure, which confirmed the diagnosis suspected from preoperative tests, was completed without complications. The 71-year-old pontiff was in the operating room for about three hours, with the surgery itself lasting approximately 90 minutes.
Oncologists have expressed optimism about Pope Leo XIV's prognosis, stating that the early detection and removal of the cancerous nodule suggest an excellent outlook. This level of transparency regarding his health marks a notable departure for the papacy.
While recovering in a room at Rome's Gemelli hospital, the Pope's recovery is expected to allow for his planned trip to South America from November 6-17. Doctors advise against flying for three weeks post-surgery, which aligns with his travel schedule.
