Pope Leo Returns to Public View After Lung Cancer Surgery
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer from the Apostolic Palace window on Sunday. It came one day after his release from Rome's Gemelli hospital.
71-year-old Leo had the lower lobe of his right lung removed Tuesday.
Surgery confirmed adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer.
4 days after surgery, he left the hospital, ahead of the expected weeklong stay.
Thousands gathered in St. Peter's Square to hear him speak.
Why it matters: This is the first major health event of Leo's 17-month pontificate. Testing on the tumor and lymph nodes will guide any further treatment.
Options include chemotherapy, chemotherapy with immunotherapy, or targeted oral therapy.
Leo disclosed the lung nodule publicly, breaking with past Vatican secrecy on papal health.
Right coverage, 8 sources: The right frames the appearance as a triumphant comeback before cheering crowds, and highlights his rare openness about his health.
