Pope Leo's doctors say no further treatment is necessary after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV's doctors said no further treatment is necessary following the pontiff's surgery for lung cancer, according to a Vatican statement.
"The results confirmed that the tumor was a pulmonary adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localized," Dr. Luigi Carbone and Prof. Stefano Margaritora said in the statement. "A subsequent oncological evaluation confirmed that no further treatment is necessary."
Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery on Oct. 13 to have the lower lobe of his right lung removed, the Vatican said last week.
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Pope Leo all smiles today in St. Peter's Square,
waving to supporters and blessing babies from his Popemobile.
It was his first general audience
at the Vatican since undergoing lung surgery eight days ago.
The faithful filling much of the square despite rain and thunder.
The 71-year-old pontiff thanking
the crowd for their support and prayers.
Pope Leo had the lower lobe of his right lung removed
and has been diagnosed with adenocarcinoma,
the most common form of lung cancer.
He walked out of Gemelli Hospital on his own Saturday,
greeting supporters and giving a quick update on his health.
Just a day after his release,
Pope Leo led the Vatican prayer
as thousands erupted in cheers and applause.
The Pope's doctors say the surgery was successful.
Today, saying the final test results confirmed the disease
was localized and no further treatment is needed at this time.
Pope Leo, however, pledging he will slowly resume his duties
as the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.
The Pope is set to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru next month.
Catholic officials in Peru say preparations
for the Pope's visit are still underway.
Rina Roy, ABC News, New York.