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Pope Leo XIV to be discharged from hospital after surgery

Pope Leo XIV will be discharged from Rome's Gemelli hospital on Saturday, October 17, and will return to the Vatican. The decision was made following favorable results of blood tests and a morning chest X-ray examination. STVR (Minúta po minúte) ↗

The Pope is recovering after surgery in which the lower lobe of his right lung was removed. The procedure was related to a tumor disease. The Vatican stated that medical examinations show a gradual improvement in his health condition. teraz.sk ↗

On Sunday, Leo XIV plans to address the faithful and deliver the traditional Angelus prayer from his study overlooking St. Peter's Square. It was originally expected that he would remain in the hospital until Tuesday. n-tv ↗

After his discharge, the Pope will return to his apartment in the Vatican. However, according to a statement from a senior Vatican official, his state of health cannot be taken for granted. Doctors will continue to monitor his recovery after the procedure. BBC News ↗

Sunday's appearance will be the first opportunity for Leo XIV to publicly address the faithful since the surgery. The Vatican has not yet provided further details about his treatment or the length of his convalescence.

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