Pope Leo had lobe of lung removed as doctors found cancer, Vatican says
The Vatican said the 71-year-old pontiff’s 90-minute operation removed the lower lobe of his right lung and confirmed lung adenocarcinoma.
- 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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