Pope Leo XIV, 71, has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a form of lung cancer, following a successful thoracic surgery at Agostino Gemelli University Hospital in Rome. The procedure involved the removal of the lower lobe of his right lung to excise a small nodule identified during preoperative tests. Doctors confirmed the cancer diagnosis through a tissue examination during the approximately 90-minute surgery, which concluded without complications. The pontiff awoke normally and has returned to his room, with his recovery proceeding as expected. This announcement comes as a surprise for the active pontiff, known for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise. While his upcoming international travel plans remain uncertain, the Vatican has confirmed the successful outcome of the procedure and the subsequent diagnosis.
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