The surgeon who operated on Leo XIV said there are “no clinical reasons” for the pope to suspend his tour of Latin America

Following a surgical procedure performed on October 13 to remove a pulmonary adenocarcinoma, Pope Leo XIV has been cleared by his surgeon, Stefano Margaritora, to proceed with his upcoming apostolic trip to Argentina, Uruguay, and Peru. The medical assessment, released on October 17, indicates that there are no clinical reasons for the pontiff to cancel or postpone the tour scheduled for early November.

The surgeon's statement addresses concerns regarding the Pope's health following the cancer diagnosis and surgery. By confirming the pontiff's physical capability to undertake the international travel, the medical team has signaled that the recovery process is proceeding in a manner that allows for the continuation of his official duties.