Pope Leo XIV recovering after surgery for lung adenocarcinoma
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Pope Leo XIV is recovering in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after undergoing surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung following a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said. The 71-year-old pontiff is expected to remain hospitalized for about a week.
The operation lasted approximately 90 minutes, and Leo spent about three hours in the operating room, according to a Vatican medical bulletin cited by The Indian Express. The Vatican said there were no complications, and NBC News reported that the pope spent a peaceful night in the hospital after the procedure. Well-wishers offered prayers as news of his diagnosis and surgery spread.
The procedure, known as a lobectomy, is an established treatment for some lung cancers when the tumor can be removed surgically. Lung adenocarcinoma is a form of non-small cell lung cancer that develops in cells lining the airways or producing mucus.
Dr. Jinesh Singhavi, a medical oncologist quoted by The Indian Express, said the cancer’s stage and prognosis cannot yet be determined from the publicly available details. A final pathology report and examination of nearby lymph nodes will help doctors assess whether the tumor was completely removed, whether the cancer has spread and whether Leo needs additional treatment or monitoring alone.
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