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Pope Leo Found to Have Lung Cancer During Surgery, Vatican Says

Pope Leo XIV is recovering in the hospital following surgery on October 13, 2026, to remove a cancerous growth from his right lung. The Vatican released the first images of the pope since his procedure, showing him celebrating Mass. Medical updates from the Vatican confirm that tests show continued improvement and favorable recovery in his operated lung. Doctors removed a lobe of the lung during the operation, revealing a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. Despite the diagnosis, the pope has resumed work from the hospital, meeting with a top Vatican aide.

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  • ✓ Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery on October 13, 2026, to remove a growth on his right lung.
  • ✓ Doctors removed a lobe of Pope Leo XIV's lung, and tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma.
  • ✓ The Vatican stated that Pope Leo's prognosis is excellent because the cancer was removed at an early stage.
  • ✓ The Vatican released medical updates and images showing Pope Leo celebrating Mass while recovering in the hospital.
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The Vatican released the first images of Pope Leo XIV since his lung cancer surgery, showing him celebrating Mass while continuing his hospital recovery.

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  1. Vatican Releases First Images of Pope Leo XIV Following Lung Cancer Surgery

    Pope Leo XIV is recovering in the hospital following surgery on October 13, 2026, to remove a cancerous growth from his right lung. The Vatican released the first images of the pope since his procedure, showing him celebrating Mass. Medical updates from the Vatican confirm that tests show continued improvement and favorable recovery in his operated lung. Doctors removed a lobe of the lung during the operation, revealing a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma. Despite the diagnosis, the pope has resumed work from the hospital, meeting with a top Vatican aide.

    Why it matters

    Pope Leo XIV initially entered the hospital for the removal of a lung nodule that preoperative tests suspected was cancerous. The subsequent surgery confirmed the presence of lung adenocarcinoma, though doctors stated his prognosis is excellent because the cancer was caught and removed at an early stage. The diagnosis shocked church officials and prompted worldwide prayers, including from his hometown of Chicago.

    What is confirmed

    • Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery on October 13, 2026, to remove a growth on his right lung.
    • Doctors removed a lobe of Pope Leo XIV's lung, and tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma.
    • The Vatican stated that Pope Leo's prognosis is excellent because the cancer was removed at an early stage.
    • The Vatican released medical updates and images showing Pope Leo celebrating Mass while recovering in the hospital.
    • Pope Leo has resumed work from the hospital, meeting with a top Vatican aide.

    What to watch next

    • Further medical bulletins from the Vatican regarding Pope Leo XIV's continued post-operative recovery.
    • Updates on when Pope Leo XIV will be discharged from the hospital.
    Sources used for this update (13)
    1. consent.yahoo.com — Latest news and current events updates | Yahoo News Singapore
    2. www.jpost.com — The Jerusalem Post - All News from the Middle East, Israel, and...
    3. The New York Times — Pope Leo Prepares for Surgery to Remove Lung Nodule
    4. CNN — Pope Leo admitted to hospital to remove growth on lung
    5. AP News — Pope's motorcade leaves Vatican for expected admission to hospital for surgery to remove lung nodule
    6. CNBC — Pope Leo diagnosed with cancer as doctors remove lobe of lung, Vatican says
    7. NPR — Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer
    8. www.nbcnews.com — First images released of Pope Leo as recovery continues at hospital after cancer surgery
    9. www.channel3000.com — Cardinal Cupich says he was shocked by Pope Leo's cancer diagnosis as Chicago faithful offer prayers
    10. www.ewtnnews.com — Doctors confirm Pope Leo XIV’s operated lung is recovering well
    11. www.aljazeera.com — Pope Leo resumes work in hospital while recovering from surgery
    12. www.yahoo.com — 3 kids, 1 teacher killed in Bend, Oregon, school shooting | Morning in America
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