Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer operation

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   Pope Leo XIV discharged from Gemelli hospital after lung cancer surgery

   Pope Leo XIV has returned to the Vatican four days after undergoing surgery to treat adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer. The pontiff walked out of Rome's Gemelli hospital on Saturday, returning earlier than anticipated. His surgeon stated there is no clinical reason to cancel the Pope's scheduled visit to South America. He is expected to deliver the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter's Square this coming Sunday.

   Why it matters

   Adenocarcinoma is a form of lung cancer common in nonsmokers. The discovery of the Pope's condition occurred entirely by chance. This health crisis has sparked discussions regarding the transparency of the Vatican's communications.

   What is confirmed

   • Pope Leo XIV was discharged from Gemelli hospital four days after lung cancer surgery.
   • The Pope has adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer.
   • The Vatican announced the Pope would leave the hospital on Saturday.
   • Pope Leo XIV plans to give the Angelus prayer and blessing on Sunday.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The Pope's surgeon described him as the ideal patient.
   • The lung cancer was discovered entirely by chance.

   What to watch next

   • The Pope's appearance at the Sunday Angelus prayer.
   • Confirmation of the itinerary for the visit to South America.
   Sources used for this update (25)

   1. AP News — Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer called adenocarcinoma. Here’s what that means
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   6. The Washington Post — Column | The pope has a lung cancer that’s common in nonsmokers. Here’s what to know.
   7. CNN — Pope Leo to be discharged from hospital today following lung cancer surgery
   8. Vatican News — Pope Leo XIV to be discharged from hospital
   9. The New York Times — Vatican Says Pope Leo Will Leave Hospital on Saturday, Days After Lung Surgery
   10. The New York Times — Uncertainty Over Pope’s Health Fuels Familiar Debate Over Vatican’s Candor
   11. Reuters — Pope Leo to leave hospital on Saturday, four days after lung cancer surgery
   12. The Washington Post — Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer operation
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