Doctors issue update on Pope Leo after lung cancer surgery

Health & Fitness
17 Oct 2026 • 10:04 PM MYT
The Independent
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Doctors issue update on Pope Leo after lung cancer surgery

  • Pope Leo XIV has been discharged from hospital on Saturday, four days after undergoing lung cancer surgery.
  • The 71-year-old pontiff had the lower lobe of his right lung removed following a diagnosis of adenocarcinoma.
  • Doctors reported that the operation was successful and confirmed his continued improvement, allowing him to resume normal daily activities.
  • The Vatican released the first images of the Pope since his surgery, showing him celebrating Mass in a makeshift chapel at Rome's Gemelli hospital.
  • He is scheduled to make his first public appearance on Sunday to deliver the traditional noon blessing from a window overlooking St Peter's Square.

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