The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV successfully underwent surgery to remove a small growth from his lung. According to officials, the procedure proceeded as planned and without complications.
Medical staff anticipate a recovery period of approximately one week for the 71-year-old pontiff. The announcement has prompted Catholics gathered in Rome to offer prayers for the Pope’s swift healing and wellbeing.
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after surgery to remove a cancerous growth, with recovery expected at Rome's Gemelli…
The Vatican announced Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after surgeons removed a lower lobe of his…
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after surgery to remove a lung nodule, the Vatican announced on Tuesday.
Relief is washing over me. The uncertainty was getting rather tiresome for everyone involved.
I always wonder why they announce these things so quickly. Does the Church have nothing better to do than share medical updates?
How old is he? Seventy-one? That seems remarkably young for a Pope in recent times.
Good news indeed! A week of rest is long overdue for someone with such a heavy burden. Prayers for Leo.