Pope Leo's tests show he needs no further treatment for lung cancer, his doctors say
Also reported by ABC News
Summary
Pope Leo XIV had surgery to remove part of his right lung because of lung cancer. Doctors say the cancer was local and no more treatment is needed.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV is 71 years old.
- He had surgery to remove the lower part of his right lung.
- The cancer type was adenocarcinoma, the most common lung cancer.
- The surgery was the first major health issue during his 17-month time as pope.
- He left the hospital four days after the surgery, earlier than expected.
- Tests showed the cancer did not spread beyond the lung.
- Doctors confirmed no further treatment is necessary.
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