From The Washington Post · · 40s
Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV returns to Vatican after successful lung cancer surgery.
In brief
Pope Leo XIV returns to Vatican after successful lung cancer surgery. Pope Leo XIV was discharged from Rome hospital following successful lung cancer surgery on October 17, 2026. Originally reported by The Washington Post.
Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV waved to crowds as he left Rome hospital on Saturday after lung cancer surgery.
Surgery details
Doctors removed a malignant nodule and part of his right lung during successful surgery on Tuesday.
Discharge confirmation
Postoperative blood tests and chest X-rays confirmed Pope Leo XIV was fit for discharge on Saturday.
The key point
Pope Leo XIV was discharged from Rome hospital following successful lung cancer surgery on October 17, 2026.
