Dr. Luis E. Raez, an oncologist in Broward County, Florida, said that early detection can make roughly 30% of lung cancers curable, referencing the case of Pope Leo XIV.
The 71-year-old Pope was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, the most common form of the disease, and is currently receiving treatment under Dr. Raez's supervision. The doctor is monitoring his recovery and highlighted that early detection improves the odds of a cure.
Early detection, according to Dr. Raez, is a key factor in increasing the likelihood of curing lung cancer.