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Pope Leo needs no further treatment after lung cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV does not need further treatment after an operation to remove a cancerous growth from his lung, the Vatican said. Tests confirmed a localised lung adenocarcinoma, and an oncological assessment found no more treatment was necessary. The 71-year-old left Rome's Gemelli Hospital four days after surgery and has resumed his weekly general audience.

Pope Leo needs no further treatment after lung cancer surgery

This summary is based on reporting by BBC News.

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