Pope Discharged After Lung Cancer Surgery

Pope Leo XIV has been discharged from a hospital in Rome, just four days after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous growth from his lung.

The Vatican reported that the Pope is showing steady improvement, with blood tests and a chest X-ray indicating positive progress after the 90-minute operation.

Recovery and Upcoming Engagements

The Pope is expected to give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter’s Square on Sunday. He also celebrated Mass and distributed communion to hospital staff during his recovery.

Source: KBC Digital. AI-assisted summary.