Pope Leo XIV is set to leave hospital later today after undergoing surgery for lung cancer, the Vatican has announced. The pontiff successfully underwent a 90-minute surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung on Tuesday. He was due to remain in hospital for around a week but is being discharged earlier than had been expected.
Further Tests and Recovery
Pope Leo underwent further tests this morning, his doctors have said. The Vatican issued a health update confirming the early discharge, which comes sooner than the initial timeline.
Details of the Surgery
The surgery, which lasted 90 minutes, involved the removal of the lower lobe of the right lung. The procedure was successful, and the Pope's recovery is progressing well enough for him to leave the hospital earlier than planned.
Next Steps
This is a breaking news story, and further updates are expected as more information becomes available. The Vatican has not yet provided additional details about the Pope's post-discharge care or his return to official duties.
