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Pope Leo XIV to leave hospital Saturday after lung cancer surgery
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Summary
Pope Leo XIV, 71, will be discharged from Gemelli Hospital in Rome on Saturday, four days after surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said. Tissue examination confirmed lung adenocarcinoma. On Friday he celebrated Mass in a hospital chapel, and his physician said tests showed steady improvement. He is expected to appear to lead prayer on Sunday.
Left-leaning
- Vatican Says Pope Leo Will Leave Hospital on Saturday, Days After Lung SurgeryNew York Times · Oct 17, 6:03 AM
- Pope Leo to be discharged from hospital on Saturday, Vatican saysCBS News · Oct 17, 6:16 AM
- Pope Leo to be discharged from the hospital after lung cancer surgeryNBC News · Oct 17, 6:30 AM
Center
- Pope Leo XIV to be released from the hospitalNewsNation · Oct 17, 6:33 AM
Right-leaning
- Pope Leo Seen In First Photos Since Surgery And Cancer DiagnosisThe Daily Wire · Oct 16, 7:03 AM
- Pope Leo XIV seen for first time since lung cancer surgery amid major recovery milestoneFox News · Oct 16, 2:32 PM