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Pope Leo XIV recovering well after surgery to remove part of lung, doctors report
Overview
Doctors report that Pope Leo XIV is recovering as expected following a successful 90-minute surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. The 71-year-old pontiff, who was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after the procedure, has started walking, resumed a normal diet, and undergone respiratory physiotherapy. He is expected to remain in hospital for about a week.
Key points
- Pope Leo XIV's recovery is progressing as expected following surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
- The 71-year-old pontiff has started walking, resumed a normal diet, and undergone respiratory physiotherapy.
- The Vatican confirmed he was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after the procedure at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.
- Further tests are being carried out to check whether the cancer has spread, and he is expected to stay in hospital for about a week.