Pope walking and recovering 'as expected' after surgery, doctors say

Pope Leo XIV's recovery from surgery to remove a lower lobe of his lung is "progressing as expected", his doctors have said.

Pope walking and recovering 'as expected' after surgery, doctors say

TL;DR

  • Pope Leo XIV's recovery from surgery is "progressing as expected".
  • He has started walking and resumed a normal diet.
  • The pontiff underwent surgery to remove a lower lobe of his right lung.
  • He was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after the procedure.
  • The surgery was described as successful and without complications.
  • He is expected to remain hospitalized for approximately one week.