Pope Leo to undergo surgery after nodule discovered on his lung, he says
Pope Leo is scheduled undergo surgery in "the next few days."
Pope Leo XIV is set to undergo surgery within the coming days, following a recent discovery of a nodule on his lung, the pontiff revealed on Sunday. During a visit to the Apostolic Palace, the 71-year-old leader disclosed the initial phase of the nodule's location. Vatican officials confirmed the procedure would take place early this week at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, a frequent medical destination for popes.
The Vatican press office reported the anticipated hospital stay to be approximately one week. Born in Chicago, Pope Leo XIV, previously known as Cardinal Robert Prevost, assumed the papacy in May 2025. In his Sunday address, he addressed a Peruvian Catholic group, expressing gratitude for their prayers concerning his upcoming apostolic visit to Peru.
Despite the medical news, Pope Leo XIV's announcement of the surgery appears to indicate his intent to travel to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru later this month. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed solidarity with the Holy Father, assuring him of the Italian people's support and affection.
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