Pope Leo XIV's doctors confirm 'no further treatment is necessary'
Doctors for Pope Leo XIV have confirmed that no further treatment is required following the successful removal of a localized lung adenocarcinoma. The medical assessment was based on final histopathology and molecular testing.
Why it matters
The health status of the Pope is a matter of significant global interest, and this update provides clarity on his recovery prognosis.
Vatican News Following surgery which removed the lower lobe of his right lung, Pope Leo XIV's doctors reported on October 21 that the tumor removed on October 13 was a lung adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localized. [ Read Also ] Dr.
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