Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule
The Vatican reported that the head of the Catholic Church will undergo surgery in the coming days after the discovery of an early-stage neoplasm.
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Own work · Изменён размер и формат файла.Pope Leo XIV announced that a small nodule was detected in his lung during a medical examination. Following doctors' recommendations, the pontiff agreed to the surgery, which is scheduled to take place in the coming days. The Vatican clarified that recovery after the procedure will take about a week. The nature of the detected formation has not yet been disclosed.
According to specialists, such nodules are often benign, though the likelihood of a malignant process depends on age, smoking history, and other factors. Previously, no serious health issues had been reported for the pontiff. He continues to lead an active lifestyle.
Pope Leo XIV has a trip planned to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17. No announcements regarding possible changes to the itinerary have been made. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed her support for the pontiff and noted his calmness upon learning of the upcoming surgery.
