Pope Francis Expected to Be Released from Hospital Soon After Successful Abdominal Surgery

Pope Francis is expected to leave the hospital in the coming days as his recovery from abdominal surgery progresses normally and without complications.
The Pope has been working and praying during his hospital stay but has cancelled all public and private audiences until June 18.
Doctors performed surgery to repair an abdominal hernia and remove intestinal scar tissue.
The Pope will resume a full schedule of activities after his traditional July rest period and plans to travel to Portugal and Mongolia later this year.
The Vatican has confirmed the Pope is recovering well and anticipates his release to return to the Vatican in the coming days.