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Pope Leo won't need more treatment after cancer surgery, doctors say

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Sundby, A. (2026, October 21). Pope Leo won't need more treatment after cancer surgery, doctors say. CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pope-leo-further-treatment-lung-cancer-surgery/

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Pope Leo XIV's medical team announced on Wednesday that he will not require additional treatment following recent cancer surgery. The doctors provided this update as part of an ongoing health report related to the Pope’s condition, indicating a positive prognosis. This is presented as developing news, with more information expected to be released in updates to follow.

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Story summary

Pope Leo XIV underwent successful lung cancer surgery last week at Rome's Gemelli hospital, where a small nodule was found and removed. The 71-year-old pope announced on October 11th during his Sunday noon blessing that he would undergo the procedure to remove a localized lesion detected early in recent medical checks. His doctors, including surgeon Stefano Margaritora and personal physician Luigi Carbone, confirmed on October 21st that no further treatment is needed as the cancer was localized and confined to the lung adenocarcinoma removed during surgery. Pope Leo expressed gratitude for spiritual support and thanked those who had been concerned about his health. He remains scheduled for a major trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6-17.

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Pope Leo XIV will not need any further treatment after having , his doctors said in a statement Wednesday.

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🔮 Pope Leo XIV will not need any further treatment after having , his doctors said in a statement Wednesday.

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