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First photos of Pope Leo XIV released by Vatican after lung surgery
Fox News • • general
Key Points:
- Pope Leo XIV underwent successful thoracic surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung due to lung adenocarcinoma and has been recovering steadily at Gemelli Hospital in Rome.
- Post-operative reports indicate the pope is up and moving, able to perform daily activities independently, and recently celebrated Mass in the hospital chapel.
- Medical experts note the pope's non-smoking status and good health prior to surgery likely contributed to a positive recovery outlook, with hopes that his cancer is localized and potentially curable.
- The Vatican confirmed the pope plans to make his first public appearance since surgery during the Sunday Angelus, while his scheduled November trip to South America remains under consideration depending on his recovery.
- Oncologists emphasize that lung cancer can affect non-smokers and that further pathology results will determine if additional treatment is necessary following the lobectomy.
