Pope Leo’s medical team announced on Wednesday that he will not require additional treatment following his recent surgery for lung cancer. The doctors disclosed that the biopsy results confirmed a diagnosis of pulmonary adenocarcinoma, a common type of lung cancer, which has not spread beyond its initial location.
According to the lead surgeon, Stefano Margaritora, and the personal physician, Luigi Carbone, a follow-up evaluation has determined that the Pope does not need any further medical intervention. Pope Leo made his first public appearance at St. Peter’s Square since the surgery, interacting with crowds and delivering a sermon in Italian. Notably, he greeted the audience in seven languages, a departure from his usual nine.
Despite the upcoming scheduled visit to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, there is uncertainty about whether the trip will proceed as planned. The chief surgeon expressed confidence that Pope Leo’s health will allow him to undertake the journey, stating that there are no medical obstacles preventing the visit.