Pope Leo Says He Has ‘Overcome’ Delicate Phase After Cancer Surgery
Summary
Pope Leo XIV said he has passed the most difficult part of recovering after lung cancer surgery and will slowly return to his duties. He was discharged from the hospital after four days and thanked medical staff and supporters.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV had surgery to remove part of his right lung due to lung adenocarcinoma, the most common lung cancer type.
- He was in the hospital for four days at Rome's Gemelli Hospital and discharged Saturday.
- The pope expressed gratitude to doctors, nurses, and those who prayed for him.
- He has resumed walking, eating normally, and celebrating Mass during recovery.
- Pope Leo XIV’s recovery is progressing normally with no immediate concerns from doctors.
- President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance publicly sent their best wishes for the pope’s health.
- The pope plans a trip to South America in November, and his surgeon sees no reason to cancel it.
- Uncertainty remains about whether the cancer has spread, and no detailed prognosis has been given.
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