Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery, Vatican confirms
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican confirmed. The 71-year-old pontiff is recovering in hospital, while further tests will determine the next steps in his treatment.
Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican confirmed on Tuesday, 13 October. The operation was completed successfully, with doctors removing the affected portion of the lung, but further medical assessments are expected to determine the next steps in his treatment. The 71-year-old pontiff underwent the procedure at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, where he is now recovering.
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