The Vatican reconfirms the Pope’s trip to Argentina, Uruguay, and Peru and releases one of its longest medical reports

(ZENIT News / Vatican City, 10.26.2026).- Two weeks after the surgical procedure undergone by Pope Leo XIV, the Holy See Press  Office confirms that the Holy Father’s recovery continues to progress, in accordance with the  favorable assessments communicated by his medical team.

As previously reported, the surgical procedure was successful and without complications.  Subsequent medical examinations confirmed that the condition was localized and that no further  oncological treatment is necessary.

Since returning to the Vatican, the Holy Father has gradually resumed his activities, adjusting  his daily schedule in consultation with his doctors to prioritize his recovery while continuing to fulfill  the responsibilities of his ministry. He has maintained important appointments and public  engagements, remaining attentive to the needs of each day and allowing for appropriate periods of  rest.

The Holy Father remains deeply grateful for the prayers and affection he has received from  throughout the world and for the dedicated care of the medical professionals who have accompanied  him during his recovery.

Dr. Luigi Carbone confirms that the Holy Father’s recovery after the surgery continues, and  the latest medical examinations attest to his good health and favorable clinical condition. Based on  his current clinical status, as well as the instrumental and laboratory tests performed, there are no  contraindications that would prevent him from undertaking his upcoming apostolic journey to Latin  America as planned. The Pope is following medical recommendations with great care and diligence,  and with a deep determination to continue serving the Church.

In this respect, the Holy See Press Office confirms that the Apostolic Journey of Pope Leo  XIV to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, scheduled for 6–17 November 2026, will proceed according  to the programme previously published.

The Holy Father looks forward with great joy and enthusiasm to this journey, which will offer  opportunities to strengthen the bonds of communion with the local Churches, encourage the faithful  in their mission, and bring a message of faith, hope, and peace to the peoples of Uruguay, Argentina,  and Peru, encountering the faith of their peoples, and sharing with them the hope and peace that Christ  brings to our world: “I am looking forward to returning to the continent where I’ve experienced so  many moments of my life. May this journey be an occasion for us to open our hearts to one another,  strengthen our communion as brothers and sisters, and renew our commitment to proclaiming the  Gospel with joy.”

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