However, the Vatican’s Secretary of State has indicated otherwise, suggesting the 71-year-old might have to adjust his pace to accommodate his recovery.
The Pope was first sent for treatment at Rome’s Gemelli hospital and, during a check-up, a small nodule was picked up by medics, which led to the subsequent surgery to remove the section impacted.
His diagnosis was further confirmed during the 90-minute operation, the Vatican said.
The pontiff left after four days, far earlier than expected by medical professionals after being deemed “fit for discharge”.
