Vatican medical bulletin said tests showed Pope Leo has lung adenocarcinoma. He underwent removal of the right lower lung lobe on Tuesday; the operation lasted about 90 minutes, was uneventful and without complications. The Vatican said he awoke normally and has returned to his hospital room.

2026-10-14

Vatican medical bulletin said tests showed Pope Leo has lung adenocarcinoma. He underwent removal of the right lower lung lobe on Tuesday; the operation lasted about 90 minutes, was uneventful and without complications. The Vatican said he awoke normally and has returned to his hospital room.