BREAKING News Pope Leo XIV Returns to the Vatican after Hospital Discharge - Prayers Answered! VIDEO

 Pope Leo XIV Discharged from Gemelli Hospital Following Successful Lung Surgery

ROME — Pope Leo XIV, age 71, was discharged from the Agostino Gemelli IRCCS University Polyclinic on Saturday afternoon, October 17, after completing a four-day stay for lung surgery.

The Pontiff was admitted on Tuesday morning for a 90-minute video-assisted procedure to remove an adenocarcinoma from the lower lobe of his right lung. Medical staff reported an uneventful recovery, with blood tests, chest X-rays, and clinical evaluations all returning normal results. During his hospital stay, the Pope resumed his regular diet, celebrated Mass, handled work matters, and underwent respiratory and physical therapy.

A large crowd gathered outside the hospital entrance to see the Pope off, including patients, faithful, well-wishers, and media personnel. Before departing for the Vatican shortly after 3:30 PM, Pope Leo XIV expressed his gratitude to thoracic surgeon Prof. Stefano Margaritora, Catholic University Rector Elena Beccalli, hospital management, and the medical team. He also spent a brief moment greeting Varvara, a young Ukrainian girl whom he had met last December in St. Peter’s Square before her own successful tumor surgery.

Italian President Sergio Mattarella extended his warm wishes on behalf of the nation, expressing solidarity and hoping for the Pontiff’s prompt, peaceful, and full recovery.

• Event: Pope Leo XIV discharged from Agostino Gemelli Hospital around 3:30 PM on October 17.

• Medical Background: Four-day hospitalization following a 90-minute video-assisted surgery to remove a right-lung adenocarcinoma (lower lobe).

• Recovery: Clinical indicators, blood work, and chest X-rays showed a normal, complication-free recovery. The Pope has already resumed work, celebrated Mass, and engaged in physical therapy.

• Key Interactions:

  • Thanked surgeon Prof. Stefano Margaritora and hospital leadership (Elena Beccalli, Daniele Franco, Daniele Piacentini).

  • Reunited with Varvara, a young Ukrainian girl he previously comforted who is now recovered from cancer.

  • Greeted crowds of patients, well-wishers, and faithful outside the hospital.

• Official Statements: Italian President Sergio Mattarella conveyed the nation's affection and warm wishes for a full and peaceful recovery.