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How serious is lung cancer?

Lung cancer is a very serious disease, often diagnosed at an advanced stage, making it harder to treat. It is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the UK, accounting for around 35,000 deaths annually (since 2021). The Pope's surgery to remove a whole lobe suggests a significant tumour.

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Pope Leo, 71, had lung surgery at Gemelli Hospital with no complications

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