Pope Leo to undergo surgery for ‘localised nodule’ in his lung

Pope Leo XIV is set to undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a "localised nodule" from his lung, which was identified during recent medical examinations. The 71-year-old head of the Catholic Church made the announcement during his Sunday prayers, stating that doctors believe surgery is necessary. His spokesman, Matteo Bruni, confirmed that the operation is scheduled for the "first days of this week" and that the estimated recovery time would be "about one week."

No additional details were provided about Leo's overall health. Since his election last year as the successor to Pope Francis, Leo has not publicly discussed any health issues. He is known to maintain his fitness through activities such as tennis, swimming, and regular exercise. Leo, whose real name is Robert Francis Prevost, is one of the younger popes in the history of the Catholic Church.