Encouraging information has emerged regarding the health of Pope Leo XIV, the head of the Catholic Church. He was permitted to leave the hospital on Saturday, four days after undergoing lung surgery. According to available data, the 71-year-old Pope plans to return to the Vatican after his discharge.
On Saturday morning, doctors examined the Pope's condition, including blood tests and chest X-rays, to assess his current well-being. Based on the results of this examination, the decision was made to discharge him from the hospital.
During the surgical procedure, the lower part of Pope Leo's right lung was removed. A nodule with a risk of developing cancer was found in the lung. Analysis of tissue samples taken during the operation confirmed the presence of adenocarcinoma, which is a common type of lung cancer.
Despite the diagnosis, the operation was successful and without serious complications. The procedure, which lasted about 90 minutes, involved the removal of the lower part of the right lung. After the operation, the Pope regained consciousness and remained in the hospital for recovery. Due to the Pope's health condition, all public events have been canceled until October 20.
After receiving permission to be discharged, Pope Leo will return to the Vatican. His Sunday blessing will be special for his followers. The global public closely monitored the Pope's health after news of his illness, and attention will now focus on his public appearances after returning from the hospital.