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Pope Leo has cancerous growth removed in lung operation

Pope Leo has cancerous growth removed in lung operation

Summary

Pope Leo XIV had a 90-minute surgery to remove a cancerous growth from the lower part of his right lung. He woke up normally after the operation, and doctors are doing more tests to see if the cancer has spread.

Key Facts

  • The surgery took place on Tuesday.
  • The lower lobe of the right lung was removed to remove the cancer thoroughly.
  • The Vatican confirmed the procedure and the Pope’s recovery so far.
  • Additional tests are ongoing to check if cancer cells have spread elsewhere.
  • Pope Leo XIV was admitted to the hospital for lung surgery.
  • The operation lasted about 90 minutes.
  • The Vatican provided official statements about the surgery and recovery.
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