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Pope Leo returns to Vatican after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV returns to Vatican 4 days post-lung cancer surgery for Latin America trip.
In brief
Pope Leo XIV returns to Vatican 4 days post-lung cancer surgery for Latin America trip. Pope Leo XIV will travel to Latin America next month after lung cancer surgery with no further treatment needed. Originally reported by ABC7 Chicago.
Pope Leo leaves hospital
Pope Leo XIV left Rome's Gemelli hospital on Saturday, four days after lung cancer surgery.
Surgeon confirms recovery
Dr. Stefano Margaritora said there are no clinical reasons to prevent Pope Leo's planned Latin America trip next month.
Pope's health update
Pope Leo, 71, feels much better and has no respiratory symptoms after surgery.
Surgery details
The pope had his lower right lung lobe removed for adenocarcinoma, the most common lung cancer type.
Pope's upcoming trip
Pope Leo will travel to Uruguay, Peru and Argentina with 12 flights and two helicopter rides.
Pope's first duty
Pope Leo delivers Angelus blessing in St. Peter's Square Sunday, one week after surgery announcement.
The key point
Pope Leo XIV will travel to Latin America next month after lung cancer surgery with no further treatment needed.
