Pope Leo is making a good recovery

Gemelli Hospital

Source: Vatican Media

On Thursday afternoon, Dr Luigi Carbone and Prof Stefano Margaritora provided an update on Pope Leo XIV's postoperative recovery.

"This morning, the Holy Father underwent routine checks, which yielded normal results," they said. "The chest X-ray showed good recovery of the lung that underwent surgery."

The Pope's doctors said he "carried out his daily activities independently," adding that "his physiotherapy session included a full range of physical activities."

"Overall, his postoperative recovery is progressing normally," they concluded.

The Holy See Press Office reported that the Pope concelebrated Mass on Thursday morning in a room specially prepared for the purpose on the 10th floor of Gemelli Hospital, as he had done on Wednesday afternoon.

As he resumed his work, Pope Leo met on Thursday afternoon with the Substitute for General Affairs, Archbishop Paolo Rudelli, according to the Holy See Press Office.

(Article updated at 4:40 PM)