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Pope Leo recovering ‘as expected’ after surgery to remove cancerous mass from lung: Vatican

Pope Leo XIV is recovering at Gemelli Hospital following surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his right lung. The Vatican reports that the 71-year-old pontiff is meeting postoperative expectations, having begun walking, eating normally, and celebrating Mass. The surgery, which lasted approximately 90 minutes, involved the removal of the lower lobe of his right lung to address a localized adenocarcinoma. Despite the procedure, he is currently scheduled to proceed with a planned trip to South America in November.

What they agree on: Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung.

Evidence: The Vatican and surgeons from Gemelli Hospital reported that a 90-minute surgery successfully removed the lower lobe of the Pope's right…

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