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Pope Leo XIV Awaits Biopsy Results
Pope Leo XIV's family waits for lung cancer biopsy results after surgery.
In brief
Pope Leo XIV's family waits for lung cancer biopsy results after surgery. Pope Leo XIV's family awaits final biopsy results after surgeons removed his cancerous lung tissue during surgery. Originally reported by Straight Arrow.
Pope Leo XIV's surgery
Pope Leo XIV's family awaits final biopsy results after surgeons removed his cancerous lung tissue during surgery.
Surgery details
Surgeons removed the lower lobe of Leo's right lung using a video-assisted technique after confirming lung adenocarcinoma.
Recovery timeline
Leo was discharged from Gemelli Hospital on Saturday after blood tests, a chest X-ray and clinical evaluation.
Pope's statement
Leo thanked those who prayed for him and expressed special gratitude to doctors, nurses and staff.
Family perspective
Louis Martin Prevost said the family is praying for a negative biopsy result after the operation.
Diagnosis context
Prevost noted Leo's diagnosis came out of the blue with no family history of lung cancer.
Next steps
The Vatican confirmed Pope Leo XIV's planned November trip to South America remains on schedule.
The key point
Pope Leo XIV's family awaits final biopsy results after surgeons removed his cancerous lung tissue during surgery.
