Pope Francis undergoes successful surgery for abdominal hernia

Vatican: Pope Francis surgery completed, Vatican says The abdominal hernia surgery was done yesterday at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome.

The doctors informed that the surgery was completed successfully and he is free to travel after recovery. The surgery lasted for three hours. Although the surgery is complete, the Pope will have to stay in the hospital for a few days. The Pope underwent surgery through Laprota.

The Vatican said there were no complications during the surgery. The Vatican has informed that he will not see the faithful until June 18. In July 2021, his 33 cm long colon was removed at Gemalli Hospital.

Earlier, the Pope had canceled several events at the end of May due to the flu. Earlier, a part of his lung was also removed. He is also facing many health problems. He has been using a wheelchair and walker for several years.