# 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.
- Title: Pope Leo returns to Vatican after lung cancer surgery
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: ABC7 Chicago — https://abc7chicago.com/post/pope-leo-lung-cancer-surgery-update-released-hospital-deliver-noon-blessing-overlooking-st-peters-square/19947567
- Published: 2026-10-17T12:34:00+00:00
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- Topics: pope leo, vatican, lung cancer, surgery, latin america, adenocarcinoma, news, local
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Pope Leo XIV will travel to Latin America next month after lung cancer surgery with no further treatment needed.