Pope Leo XIV Continues Recovery After Lung Surgery
The pontiff slept well and ate breakfast as he recovers at Gemelli Hospital following the removal of the lower lobe of his right lung.
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Pope Leo XIV slept well and ate breakfast on Thursday as his recovery continues following surgery earlier this week to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. The Vatican confirmed the pontiff's positive status in a statement.
He was diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent the operation at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. His recovery is expected to last approximately one week. This is a developing story and will be updated with further information.