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Pope Leo Recovering After Lung Cancer Surgery: Watch the Video

Pope Leo XIV is recovering in Rome after surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. In an October 14 update, the Vatican said his postoperative blood tests and chest X-ray were within the expected range. He had also begun walking around his hospital room, received respiratory physiotherapy and resumed eating normally.

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What is confirmed so far?

Doctors confirmed that Pope Leo has lung adenocarcinoma after surgery on October 13. The operation was reported as successful and without complications.

Important questions remain unanswered, including whether the cancer has spread and whether further treatment will be necessary. The Vatican had also cancelled the Pope's public engagements through October 20. Readers should consult newer official announcements for changes to his schedule.

This article summarizes public reports and is not an independent medical assessment.

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