Pope’s doctors say he needs no further treatment

The doctors stated on October 21 that the tumour removed on October 13 was a lung adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localised.

Dr Luigi Carbone and Professor Stefano Margaritora stated that a subsequent oncological assessment has confirmed that “no further treatment is necessary”.

“The final histopathology and molecular testing reports on the tissue removed during the Holy Father’s surgery were issued today. The results confirmed that the tumour was a lung adenocarcinoma and that the disease was localised,” read the full statement released by the Holy See Press Office.

At his first Wednesday general audience after having undergone surgery, Pope Leo XIV thanked everyone for their prayers.

At the audience on October 21, the Pope reflected on the role of families as the foundation of society, emphasising the important bond between spouses and the gift of having children.

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