Vatican says Pope’s lung surgery was successful
The Holy See says surgery confirmed lung adenocarcinoma and was completed without complications; the Pope returned to his room afterward.
What the record says
An October 13 Holy See Press Office statement says the Pope underwent scheduled thoracic surgery.
The medical statement says the lower lobe of his right lung was removed and an examination during surgery confirmed lung adenocarcinoma.
The statement reports that the operation was successful, without complications, and that the Pope returned to his room after waking.
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Limits and what is not established
These details are attributed to the Holy See’s medical statement. It does not provide a prognosis or establish any change in the Pope’s official duties.
Sources checked October 13, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
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Holy See Press Office: original information