{
  "id": 13965910,
  "title": "What to know about Pope Leo’s planned lung nodule surgery",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/what-to-know-about-pope-leos-planned-lung-nodule-surgery-13965910",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-12T13:21:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/world/europe/what-to-know-about-pope-leos-planned-lung-nodule-surgery-1.500707713"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Vatican City: During his first 17 months as pope, Pope Leo XIV is set to undergo surgery this week for the removal of a localized lung nodule detected during routine medical tests. This is the first medical event of his papacy. The nodule, measuring less than 3 centimeters, could be either benign or malignant. Experts emphasize the importance of early detection and treatment, citing an excellent prognosis for early removal. Pope Leo, 71, is considered healthy and physically fit, factors contributing to his recovery. He will undergo surgery in the first days of the week at Rome's Gemelli hospital, followed by a week of recovery. Despite being occupied with numerous appointments and meetings, Leo has confirmed his intention to travel to Turkey, Lebanon, Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, though the impact of the surgery on this itinerary remains uncertain.",
  "summary": "Vatican City: Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to have an operation this week to remove “a localised nodule” in his lung that was “detected at a very early stage.” It is the first medical event of his 17-month papacy. Here is what is known: A nodule can be benign or malignant A lung nodule is a small abnormal area measuring less than 3 centimeters across. It is sometimes detected on a CT scan performed…",
  "key_points": [
    "Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery for lung nodule removal",
    "Nodule less than 3 centimeters, could be benign or malignant",
    "Surgery at Rome's Gemelli hospital, recovery for a week"
  ],
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "What to know about Pope Leo’s planned lung nodule surgery",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/what-to-know-about-pope-leos-planned-lung-nodule-surgery",
        "published": "2026-10-12T09:24:51.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "PBS NewsHour",
        "title": "What to know about Pope Leo's planned lung nodule surgery",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/what-to-know-about-pope-leos-planned-lung-nodule-surgery-13981244",
        "published": "2026-10-12T14:59:17.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}