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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery for Lung Nodule

The 71-year-old pontiff announced the planned operation during his Sunday Angelus address, stating the nodule was detected at an early stage.

Sources: Citizen Digital, Toronto Sun, Business Insider3 sources ↓|· 1 min read
Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery for Lung Nodule
Photo: Business Insider

KEY POINTS

  • Pope Leo XIV announced surgery to remove a lung nodule detected during recent medical checks.
  • The nodule was found at an early stage; surgery is planned at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.
  • Vatican expects a recovery period of around one week.
  • Upcoming November trip to South America remains uncertain.
  • Pope is the first American pontiff, elected in May 2025.

Pope Leo XIV announced on October 11 that he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung. The 71-year-old pontiff stated during his weekly Angelus address in St. Peter's Square that the growth was detected at a very early stage and is highly localized.

Doctors advised intervention, and the operation is scheduled at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, which has treated popes since John Paul II. The Vatican press office indicated an expected recovery time of approximately one week following the procedure.

“During recent medical checks, a nodule on my lung was found. It has been detected at a very early stage and is very localised.”

— Pope Leo XIV

The surgery raises questions about the Pope's upcoming international trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru scheduled for November 6–17. No official decision has been announced regarding potential changes to that itinerary.

In Chiclayo, Peru, where the Pope previously served as bishop, local faithful expressed hope for his swift recovery. Residents noted the significance of his planned visit and offered prayers for his health.

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