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Coverage dated October 15, 2026

What is adenocarcinoma? A doctor explains the lung cancer after Pope Leo's diagnosis

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A medical illustration of a magnifying glass highlighting a malignant tumor within human lungs, emphasizing early oncological detection and respiratory pathology. 3d illustration

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  1. NBC Boston

    What is adenocarcinoma? A doctor explains the lung cancer after Pope Leo's diagnosis (opens NBC Boston)

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    A medical illustration of a magnifying glass highlighting a malignant tumor within human lungs, emphasizing early oncological detection and respiratory pathology. 3d illustration

  2. PBS NewsHour

    What is adenocarcinoma? Here's what to know about Pope Leo XIV's form of lung cancer (opens PBS NewsHour)

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    The pope had the lower section, or lobe, of his right lung removed to try to ensure that all of the cancer was removed.

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