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Doctors confirm Pope Leo XIV requires no further treatment after lung surgery

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Pope Leo XIV does not require further medical treatment following a surgical procedure performed last week to remove a nodule from his lung. Medical professionals confirmed in a written statement that the surgery successfully addressed the condition, which was identified as a lung adenocarcinoma.

The announcement, relayed through Vatican News, clarifies the current health status of the Pontiff. The medical team's assessment indicates that no additional intervention is necessary following the removal of the tumor.

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Independent.ie Focuses on the diagnosis of cancer and the surgery timeline
Express Tribune Details the specific medical diagnosis and the official Vatican source
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