Pope Leo XIV undergoes uniportal VATS for lung cancer, highlights advanced treatment

Pope Leo XIV is undergoing surgery for lung cancer using uniportal VATS, a minimally invasive technique. The procedure underscores the availability of cutting-edge treatments but raises questions about the Pope's health and succession implications. The Vatican has not released detailed prognosis, leaving uncertainty about recovery and papal duties.

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