Pope Leo XIV will proceed with his planned trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17. The Vatican confirmed Monday that doctors found no medical reasons preventing him from traveling. Two weeks ago, surgeons removed a malignant nodule from his lung, marking the first major health event of his pontificate. Since returning to the Vatican, Leo has gradually resumed activities while prioritizing recovery. His physician stated there's no reason to cancel the trip, which includes multiple flights and helicopter rides. The Vatican said the visit will strengthen ties with local churches and promote faith, hope and peace.
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Pope Leo's doctors confirm that his lung cancer was localized, and no further treatment is needed. The Vatican released a statement Wednesday. Pope Leo returned to the Vatican on Saturday after having the lower lobe of his right lung removed. The surgery confirmed he had lung adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer. His personal physician, Dr. Luigi Carbone, and surgeon, Dr. Stefano Margaritora, said tests on the tissue removed during surgery confirmed the initial diagnosis and that the cancer had not spread. A subsequent oncology assessment confirmed no further treatment is necessary.
Pope Leo XIV has spoken by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Leo urged cooperation with Russia to allow humanitarian aid into Oleshky in Ukraine’s Kherson region and the safe evacuation of civilians. Leo on Monday referred to his earlier appeal to Russian President Vladimir Putin for a humanitarian ceasefire to allow food and medical aid into the city. He spoke with Putin on Friday while recovering from surgery at Rome’s Gemelli hospital to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. Leo was discharged Saturday and is continuing his recovery at the Vatican while gradually resuming his official duties.
Pope Leo XIV has returned to the Vatican after undergoing surgery to remove a lung tumor. He is making his first public appearance at St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, just a day after being released from the hospital. The 71-year-old pontiff had the lower lobe of his right lung removed, confirming he had adenocarcinoma. His surgeon stated there are no clinical reasons to prevent his upcoming trip to South America. American tourists expressed their joy at his quick recovery and presence. Doctors are conducting further tests to determine if additional treatment is needed.
Pope Leo XIV leaves Rome's Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, after Tuesday's surgery to remove a lung cancer. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)
Pope Leo XIV stops to speak with relatives of young cancer patients as he leaves Rome's Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, after undergoing surgery Tuesday to remove lung cancer. (AP Photo/Andrew Medichini)
Pope Leo XIV is being released from the hospital on Saturday after lung cancer surgery. He will deliver the traditional noon blessing Sunday from a window overlooking St. Peter's Square, the Vatican announced. The 71-year-old had the lower lobe of his right lung removed after doctors identified a suspected cancerous nodule. The surgery confirmed he had adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer. His personal physician and surgeon said in a separate statement that Leo was “deemed fit for discharge from the hospital” based on blood test results and a chest X-ray performed Saturday morning along with an assessment of his clinical condition. He is set to leave the hospital in the early afternoon and return to the Vatican, the Vatican said in a brief statement.