Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons removed part of his right lung, the Vatican said.
The 71-year-old pontiff was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after tissue tests confirmed the cancer during Tuesday’s operation. Doctors said the 90-minute procedure was successful and had no complications, while the Vatican said Leo was resting in his hospital room.
The Vatican has not provided details on the stage of the cancer. Leo is expected to remain in hospital for about a week, with his public events cancelled until 20 October.