Pope Leo XIV Announces Planned Lung Surgery After Nodule Discovery

Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days after doctors found a small, localised nodule in his lung during a recent medical examination. Speaking during his weekly address at St. Peter’s Square, the 71-year-old pontiff said the growth was detected early and appeared well contained. He said doctors advised its removal and he accepted their recommendation. The Vatican has not said whether the nodule is cancerous, but expects him to recover within about a week. His planned pastoral visit to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru in November remains on the schedule, although the Vatican has not confirmed whether the operation will affect any engagements.

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