Pope Leo left Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Saturday after successful lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo leaves hospital after lung cancer surgery Pope Leo left Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Saturday after successful lung cancer surgery. The pontiff walked unaided and greeted well-wishers. He is expected to lead Sunday’s prayers in St Peter’s Square, while doctors await further results to determine whether the cancer has spread to nearby lymph nodes.
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