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Pope Leo XIV recovering after lung cancer operation in Rome

The Vatican said the October 13 operation to remove a tumour from the pope’s right lung was successful. Tests on whether the cancer has spread are pending.

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Pope Leo XIV is recovering at Rome’s Gemelli hospital after an October 13 operation to remove a cancerous tumour from his right lung, RTÉ reported, citing AFP. The Vatican said the surgery was successful and had no complications.

The operation lasted 90 minutes. Tests are pending to determine whether the cancer has spread, according to RTÉ’s AFP report.

What changed since surgery was scheduled

An earlier report said Pope Leo was due to have surgery on October 13. The operation has now taken place, and the Vatican has reported its immediate outcome.

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