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Pope Leo XIV’s lung cancer surgery ends need for further treatment
The 71‑year‑old pope’s operation to remove a lung nodule was successful, and doctors confirm the tumour was confined to the removed tissue, meaning no additional therapy is required.
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LAS News Desk · 22 Oct 2026, 01:15 WAT · 12 sources
Pope Leo XIV discharged early after lung surgery and resumes public duties
Pope Leo XIV left Rome's Gemelli Hospital four days after lung cancer surgery, made a public prayer appearance the next day, and his surgeon says there are no medical barriers to his scheduled November trip to South America.
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LAS News Desk · 18 Oct 2026, 11:15 WAT · 10 sources
Pope Leo XIV to leave Rome hospital after lung cancer surgery, will lead prayers on Sunday
The 71‑year‑old pontiff, who underwent successful removal of the lower lobe of his right lung, is scheduled to depart Gemelli Hospital on Saturday and will recite the Angelus from the Vatican on Sunday.
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LAS News Desk · 17 Oct 2026, 11:45 WAT · 10 sources
Pope Leo XIV undergoes successful lung surgery after early‑stage cancer detection
The 71‑year‑old pontiff was operated on at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to remove a lower lobe of his right lung, confirming a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. The Vatican described the 90‑minute procedure as successful and said further tests will follow.
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LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 09:13 WAT · 11 sources