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Pope Leo XIV leaves hospital days after lung cancer surgery

Willem Marx · NPR · World

Published 18 Oct 2026, 2:10 am·1 h ago·1 min read

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The Pope left Rome's Gemelli Hospital Saturday, days after surgery for lung cancer removed the lower lobe of his right lung. He is currently scheduled to travel to Latin America in November. (Image credit: Andrew Medichini)

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Pope Leo XIV Discharged After Surgery for Early-Stage Lung Cancer

Vatican officials confirmed the successful removal of part of the pontiff's right lung, allowing him to return to the Vatican and resume public duties.

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