Vatican says Pope Leo XIV is recovering after surgery for lung cancer

The 71-year-old pontiff has lung adenocarcinoma, with doctors removing the lower lobe of his right lung in a procedure they said was successful.

Pope Leo XIV greets the faithful as he arrives at Gemelli Hospital on October 13, 2026, in Rome, Italy. Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove a localized nodule in his lung after it was discovered during a medical examination. He is expected to stay in the hospital for approximately one week following the procedure. Vatican Pool/Getty Image Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer, according to the Vatican. The diagnosis followed a successful surgery on October 13, in which the doctors removed the lower lobe of the Pope’s right lung. The Vatican says the Pope had a calm first night and is expected to spend a week in the hospital while exams are conducted on the removed tissue. At this time, there have been no updates as to whether Pope Leo will require any further treatment. Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer following a successful surgery, the Vatican said.  The Pope, 71, underwent surgery at Agostino Gemelli University Policlinic in Rome on October 13 to remove a nodule from his right lung. This was determined to be pulmonary adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer.  The surgeons removed the lower lobe of the Pope’s lung to “ensure a radical procedure; the lower lobe of the right lung was removed using a video-assisted technique,” said Dr. Luigi Carbone, the Director of Vatican Healthcare Services, and Professor Stephano Margaritora, the lead surgeon, in a press release.  “An intraoperative histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, as suspected from the preoperative examinations,” they said.  Pope Leo was in the operating room for 3 hours, while the operation itself lasted around 90 minutes.  The doctors noted that it was a successful operation with no complications.  According to Matteo Bruni, the Director of the Holy See Press Office, the Pope asked for dinner after the surgery and spent the evening with his secretaries and other Vatican staff. Pope Leo will take a week off to recover According to Vatican News, Pope Leo had a calm first night following his surgery.  In the coming days, exams will be conducted on the removed tissue. There has currently been no change in the initially announced week of hospitalization.  It has not yet been announced whether he will require any further treatment. What is adenocarcinoma lung cancer?  Adenocarcinoma is the most common subtype of lung cancer globally. It accounts for around 40% of all lung cancer diagnoses.  Adenocarcinoma is a type of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), which accounts for about 80–85% of all lung cancers.  Lung adenocarcinoma begins in the epithelial cells that produce mucus. It is the most common type of NSCLC.  Treatment for NSCLC is generally determined by the stage. However, it typically involves one or a combination of:   surgery  radiation therapy  chemotherapy targeted therapy  immunotherapy Surgery is generally the first step in treatment for this type of lung cancer. The right lung has three lobes, or sections, and the left has two. A doctor will often remove the entire lobe that has the tumor in order to remove the tumor and improve the outlook. The body eventually adapts in order to compensate for the loss of function. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), for NSCLC that hasn’t spread outside of the lung, the 5-year relative survival rate is 67%. 

Pope Leo XIV has expressed gratitude to those who prayed for him following his lung cancer surgery, saying their support had been "a gift to the whole Church."

The pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery this week.

VATICAN CITY — When Pope Leo XIV was elected after the pained finale of Pope Francis’ pontificate, there was hope that a younger, healthier pope would be able to guide the Catholic Church for quite some time before age and ailments slowed him. Leo’s lung cancer diagnosis announced Tuesday has thrown a question mark into that scenario and his pontificate. Already, the president of Peru is suggesting Leo’s upcoming Latin America trip may have to be changed. But Vatican watchers say the 71-year-old’s diagnosis could have other unintended effects — not all of them negative: It could propel Leo to accelerate […]...Keep on reading: Pope's cancer diagnosis raises questions about the future, recent past

ROME — Pope Leo XIV resumed his regular diet, began walking and celebrated Mass in the hospital Wednesday as he recovered from surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said. Questions remained about whether the cancer had spread, while Peru’s president suggested Leo might have to alter his planned visit to […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo is eating, celebrating Mass, and walking after cancer surgery

Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer diagnosis raises questions about the future of his pontificate

The doctors who operated on Pope Leo XIV have issued an update on his recovery since he had surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung.

Tuesday’s surgery confirmed that Pope Leo XIV's has lung adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer. His doctors have now issued an update on his recovery

Medical experts say the pope's prognosis will depend on several factors, including whether the cancer had spread to his lymph nodes.

Blood tests and a chest X-ray show normal post-operative results, the Vatican says, adding that the pontiff had undergone respiratory physiotherapy

There are new details about Pope Leo’s recovery following his lung cancer diagnosis. Doctors say he is progressing as expected. NBC News’ Anne Thompson reports from Rome.

Pope Leo XIV is recovering after surgery to remove cancer from his right lung.

Pope Leo XIV has issued his first public statement since he was diagnosed with lung cancer as the Vatican provides an update on his recovery post surgery.

Pope Leo XIV has issued his first public statement since he was diagnosed with lung cancer as the Vatican provides an update on his recovery post surgery.

Pope Leo XIV has thanked Catholics on Wednesday for their prayers and support in his first public message since undergoing surgery for lung cancer, asking the faithful to continue praying for him as he recovers in hospital. “I ask you to pray for me, as I pray for you,” the pope wrote in a message […]

Pope Leo XIV had the lower section of his right lung removed after doctors diagnosed him with the most common form of lung cancer. While lung cancer is a leading killer, survival rates can be high if it's caught early, as the pope's tumor appears to have been. Here are some things to know.

Pontiff doing well after doctors removed a cancerous tumour from his lung, butsShock news of his illness has rattled the Catholic Church. Leer más

Pope Leo XIV is out of bed, walking and eating after doctors removed a cancerous tumour from his lung, while post-surgery tests show his progress is "normal", his doctors said Wednesday. The post Pope out of bed, progress ‘normal’ after cancer operation appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Vatican says that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer, but is recovering as expected from a surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his lung. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports, plus Dr. Jonathan LaPook comments on the Pope's health.

The diagnosis has raised concerns about the 71-year-old pontiff’s health and the future of his papacy, though the Vatican says his recovery is progressing well.

Pope Leo XIV has begun recovering from surgery to remove a cancerous nodule in his lung, according to a statement from the Vatican and papal physicians on Wednesday. Doctors at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, Italy, told reporters on Wednesday that Leo, 71, has resumed certain regular activities following the surgery that confirmed the pontiff […]

The Vatican revealed on Tuesday Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer.

Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer after a surgery that removed a nodular lesion from his right lung, the Vatican said.

Surgeons removed part of the Pontiff’s right lung and reported he had adenocarcinoma.

Pope Leo XIV began walking and resumed eating after thoracic surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, with blood tests and an X-ray being part of his recovery.

Pope Leo XIV had the lower section of his right lung removed after doctors diagnosed him with the most common form of lung cancer. While lung cancer is a leading cancer killer worldwide, it is very treatable if caught early, as the pope’s tumor appears to have been. Here are some things to know. READ: Pope Leo XIV recovering […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer called adenocarcinoma. Here's what that means

Rome, Italy—Pope Leo XIV is out of bed, walking and eating following an operation to remove a cancerous tumor from his lung, and has undergone post-surgery tests which show his progress is “normal”, his doctors said Wednesday. Part of the pope’s right lung was removed in Tuesday’s operation at Rome’s Gemelli hospital and the leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics is now awaiting the results of a biopsy to determine if the cancer has spread. Blood tests and a chest X-ray meanwhile “confirm a normal post-operative course”, doctors Luigi Carbone and Stefano Margaritora said in a statement released Wednesday by the […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo XIV recovering after cancer surgery

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo's recovery from surgery is progressing as expected and he has begun walking in his hospital room and eating normally, the Vatican said on Wednesday, after doctors announced the 71-year-old pontiff was being treated for lung cancer. World leaders, Catholics across the globe and senior cardinals at the Vatican have offered prayers for Leo after he had part of his right lung removed in an operation on Tuesday. Blood tests and a chest X-ray carried out on Wednesday showed normal post-operative results, the Vatican said, adding that the pontiff had undergone respiratory physiotherapy. The cancer diagnosis for a pope known to be relatively young and energetic and who was elected only in May 2025 caused shock and raised questions about the future shape of his papacy as he deals with the illness. Leo normally follows a very busy schedule. He is due to make a tour of Uruguay, Argentina and Peru from November 6 to 17 and the Vatican press office said on Wednesday that "nothing has changed" regarding the planned trip. However, Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori said on Wedne

Pontiff has begun walking in his hospital room and is eating normally after operation to remove growth, doctors sayPope Leo’s recovery from a lung cancer operation is progressing as planned, his doctors have said, as the pontiff received good wishes from around the world, including a letter from Britain’s King Charles.Leo, who had a cancerous mass removed from his right lung late on Tuesday, began walking in his hospital room after respiratory therapy on Wednesday. He was eating normally, his doctors Luigi Carbone and Stefano Margaritoria said in a statement issued by the Vatican. Continue reading...

Pope Leo’s recovery from surgery is progressing as expected and he has begun walking in his hospital room and eating normally, the Vatican said on Wednesday, after doctors announced the 71-year-old pontiff was being treated for lung cancer. World leaders, Catholics across the globe and senior cardinals at the Vatican have offered prayers for Leo […]

Tuesday's surgery confirmed that the 71-year-old pontiff has the most common type of lung cancer, known as lung adenocarcinoma

The 71-year-old Pope was diagnosed with lung cancer after the 90-minute procedure on Tuesday.

Pope Leo XIV underwent thoracic surgery after being diagnosed with adenocarcinoma, a type of non-small cell lung cancer. NBC News' Claudio Lavanga shares the latest updates from the Vatican, while Dr. Natalie Azar breaks down the diagnosis and recovery outlook. 

The 71-year-old pontiff is recovering in Rome’s Gemelli hospital after surgery to remove a cancerous growth on his lung.

The Pope had surgery to remove a lower lobe of his right lung after a concerning growth was identified during routine medical checks

Pope Leo was diagnosed with cancer after undergoing surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. He's a little over a year into his papacy.

Pope Leo XIV was eating regularly Wednesday and began walking and doing respiratory exercises, and his tests are normal following surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said.

Pope Leo XIV is out of bed, walking and eating following an operation to remove a cancerous tumour from his lung, and has undergone post-surgery tests which show his progress is “normal”, his doctors said on Wednesday. Part of the pope’s right lung was removed in Tuesday’s operation at Rome’s Gemelli hospital and the leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics is now awaiting the results of a biopsy to determine if the cancer has spread. Blood tests and a chest X-ray meanwhile “confirm a normal post-operative course”, doctors Luigi Carbone and Stefano Margaritora said in a statement released on Wednesday by the Vatican. “The values are within the expected range for the type of procedure performed,” they said. The discovery on Tuesday that Leo’s nodule was cancerous plunged the Catholic Church into a period of uncertainty. But a day later, his doctors said his recovery was “proceeding as expected” and the pontiff had eaten both breakfast and lunch, been walking about his room, and had done some respiratory physiotherapy. “It’s a shock for everyone. We’re in ‘wait-and-see’ mode,” a Vatican source told AFP. The sporty 71-year-old, who was elected as the first American pope only last year, made the surprise announcement that he would be undergoing surgery after Sunday prayers. Prayers for recovery Messages of support flooded in from around the world, including from Britain’s King Charles III, who is also being treated for an undisclosed cancer. Flying outside the hospital north of the Vatican, a banner read “Long live the pope!” Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif prayed for a speedy recovery of Pope Leo XIV following his surgery. “On behalf of the people and government of Pakistan, I wish him strength, comfort and a speedy recovery,” the prime minister said in a post on X. He said Pakistan’s Catholic community, as well as the entire nation, joined him in praying for the pope’s good health. “His steadfast message of compassion, peace and human dignity resonates deeply with people across Pakistan and the world,” the prime minister said, adding that he prayed for the pope to continue his service to humanity with renewed strength and conviction. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a practising Catholic, said after the surgery that he and his wife were “united in prayer for (Leo’s) health following his recent diagnosis”. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his “thoughts and prayers” were with the pontiff, calling him “a voice for peace, humanity and reason in our modern world”. Experts said much would depend on how advanced the cancer was, and whether it had spread, but the Vatican has said it had been detected early and was localised. The Vatican said the pope’s recovery should take around a week. All his audiences have been cancelled until Oct 20. “If we are dealing with stage I or II disease, and recovery is good… the patient can resume a normal life and usual activities within a few weeks,” Alain Gelibter, an oncologist at Rome’s Policlinico Umberto I hospital, told AFP. Chicago-born Leo is staying in a room on the 10th floor of the building, next to a papal suite with a private chapel that is currently under renovation. He had entered the hospital smiling and waving on Tuesday. In the hospital chapel, dozens of faithful prayed for the pope’s health during the operation. New uncertainty The shock news of the tennis-playing pope’s illness has rattled the Catholic Church. A Vatican source told AFP the pope seemed “unwell” after his trip to France at the end of September. “If this forces him to slow down, it might not be a bad thing, given his very hectic pace,” the source said. Lamps and flowers outside Gemelli Hospital, where Pope Leo is hospitalised to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule, in Rome, Italy on October 13, 2026. —Reuters Expert Marco Politi, who has spent decades covering the Vatican, told AFP: “The Church is now in a state of uncertainty. When Leo was elected, everyone foresaw a long papacy.” Hendro Munsterman, a theologian and expert for Dutch newspaper Nederlands Dagblad, told AFP, “We have a pope whom everyone described as young, active and athletic. Now, we have a pope who also has his own vulnerabilities, which will change his image.” His health issues may prompt him to speed up personnel appointments, Munsterman said. Politi said Leo had been working on “repairing” rifts between various wings of the Church, and many will want him “to continue with this important mission as soon as possible”. Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, the dean of the College of Cardinals, celebrated a mass on St Peter’s Square on Wednesday that was to have been presided over by the pope. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle leads a mass marking the 10th anniversary of the apostolic exhortation Amoris Laetitia, including special prayers for the health of Pope Leo, who is in hospital after lung surgery, in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, on Oct 14, 2026. — Reuters The surgery has raised questions about whether Leo will go ahead with a lengthy visit next month to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, where he worked as a missionary for two decades. It marks Leo’s first hospitalisation since he became pope on May 8, 2025. The Vatican has historically been very secretive about the health of popes, but began to be more transparent during the illness of Leo’s predecessor, Francis, an Argentine who freely discussed his ailments.

ROME, Italy (AFP)—Pope Leo XIV is out of bed, walking and eating following an operation to remove a cancerous tumour from his lung, and has undergone post-surgery tests which show his progress is "normal", his doctors said Wednesday. Part of the pope's right lung was removed in Tuesday's operation at Rome's Gemelli hospital and the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics is now awaiting the results of a biopsy to determine if the cancer has spread. Blood tests and a chest X-ray meanwhile "confirm a normal post-operative course", doctors Luigi Carbone and Stefano Margaritora said in a statement released Wednesday by the Vatican. "The values are within the expected range for the type of procedure performed," they said. The discovery on Tuesday that Leo's nodule was cancerous plunged the Catholic Church into a period of uncertainty. But a day later, his doctors said his recovery was "proceeding as expected" and the pontiff had eaten both breakfast and lunch, been walking about his room, and had done some respiratory physiotherapy. "It's a shock for everyone. We're in 'wait-and-see' mode," a Vatican source told AFP. The sporty 71-year-old, who was elected as the first American pope only last year, made the surprise announcement that he would be undergoing surgery after Sunday prayers. - Support - Messages of support flooded in from around the world, including from Britain's King Charles III, who is also being treated for an undisclosed cancer. Flying outside the hospital north of the Vatican a banner read "Long live the pope!" Experts said much would depend on how advanced the cancer was, and whether it had spread, but the Vatican has said it had been detected early and was localised. The Vatican said the pope's recovery should take around a week. All his audiences have been cancelled until October 20. "If we are dealing with stage I or II disease, and recovery is good... the patient can resume a normal life and usual activities within a few weeks," Alain Gelibter, an oncologist at Rome's Policlinico Umberto I hospital, told AFP. Chicago-born Leo is staying in a room on the 10th floor of the building, next to a papal suite with a private chapel that is currently under renovation. He had entered the hospital smiling and waving on Tuesday. In the hospital chapel, dozens of faithful prayed for the pope's health during the operation. - New uncertainty - The shock news of the tennis-playing pope's illness has rattled the Catholic Church. A Vatican source told AFP the pope seemed "unwell" after his trip to France at the end of September. "If this forces him to slow down, it might not be a bad thing, given his very hectic pace," the source said. Expert Marco Politi, who has spent decades covering the Vatican, told AFP: "The Church is now in a state of uncertainty. When Leo was elected everyone foresaw a long papacy." Hendro Munsterman, a theologian and expert for Dutch newspaper Nederlands Dagblad, told AFP "we have a pope whom everyone described as young, active and athletic. Now, we have a pope who also has his own vulnerabilities, which will change his image." His health issues may prompt him to speed up personnel appointments, Munsterman said. Politi said Leo had been working on "repairing" rifts between various wings of the Church, and many will want him "to continue with this important mission as soon as possible". Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, the dean of the College of Cardinals, celebrated a mass on St Peter's Square on Wednesday that was to have been presided over by the pope. The surgery has raised questions about whether Leo will go ahead with a lengthy visit next month to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru, where he worked as a missionary for two decades. It marks Leo's first hospitalisation since he became pope on May 8, 2025. The Vatican has historically been very secretive about the health of popes, but began to be more transparent during the illness of Leo's predecessor, Francis, an Argentine who freely discussed his ailments.

Pope Leo XIV had the lower section of his right lung removed as doctors diagnosed him with the most common form of lung cancer

Pope Leo XIV is eating regularly and has begun walking after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican has revealed.

Pope Leo XIV is eating regularly and has begun walking after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican has revealed.

(AL-JAZEERA) Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with cancer after an operation to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, according to a medical bulletin published by the Vatican. Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican added, noting the diagnosis had been suspected by preoperative tests. It did not provide details on […] The post Pope Leo diagnosed with cancer after surgery to remove part of lung appeared first on Kaieteur News.

Pope Leo XIV is eating, walking and has begun respiratory exercises after surgery to remove a cancerous mass, the Vatican said.

Pope Leo XIV waved to supporters before undergoing surgery Tuesday to remove a cancerous mass from his lung. Faithful have gathered at the Rome hospital and prayed for him.

Part of Pope Leo XIV’s right lung was removed during surgery, and the leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics is awaiting test results to determine whether the cancer has spread.

His post-operative tests are normal following surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said Wednesday.

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common type of lung cancer, following surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. What causes this cancer, can it affect non-smokers, and why is it often difficult to detect in its early stages?

Pope Leo XIV was recovering Wednesday in hospital after a tumour removed from his lung was found to be cancerous, plunging the Catholic Church into a period of uncertaint

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer following a surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his lung. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports from Rome.

The surgery showed that the pope has the most common type of lung cancer, known as lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin late on Tuesday.

Pope Leo XIV had a portion of his lung removed after he went in for a routine surgery and doctors found cancer. Chris Livesay reports.

With the Vatican's announcement that Leo was diagnosed with lung cancer, the world's 1.4 billion Catholics are again unexpectedly facing the reality of a sick pope.

The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung.

The Vatican announced Pope Leo XIV had part of his lung removed after doctors found cancer. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.

Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Cancer As Doctors Remove Part Of His Lung Authored by Jill McLaughlin via The Epoch Times, Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer following surgery to remove a section of his lung on Oct. 13, the Vatican announced. Surgeons removed the lower lobe of the pope's right lung during the 90-minute procedure and examined it during the operation. The pope was diagnosed with "lung adenocarcinoma," a common type of non-small cell lung cancer, after testing confirmed the finding. Following the operation, Pope Leo asked for dinner and spent time visiting with his secretaries and other staff, according to the Vatican's Holy See press office. He is expected to stay in the hospital for a week. The 71-year-old Catholic pontiff was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli University Hospital Tuesday morning. The operation was performed by the thoracic surgery team led by professor Stefano Margaritora and assisted by professor Elisa Meacci, Dr. Maria Teresa Congedo, and Dr. Leonardo Petracca Ciavarella, according to the Vatican press office. The lower lobe of his lung was removed using a video-assisted technique, the Vatican reported. "An intraoperative histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, as suspected from the preoperative examinations," the doctors said. Pope Leo awoke normally after surgery and, after a brief observation, he was taken to his room on the 10th floor for recovery Tuesday afternoon. "The doctors said it was successful and there were no complications," the Vatican said. The lung tissue removed during surgery will undergo more testing in the coming days. Tests done before the operation showed doctors where and how to operate, officials said. The Vatican planned to update the public again Wednesday on any developments from the laboratory or with the pope's condition. The pontiff wrote about his upcoming surgery on Sunday. He said doctors had found a small, localized nodule on his lung that was detected early. He decided to undergo the procedure following their advice, he said. "I thank you for your spiritual closeness and entrust myself to your prayers," Pope Leo wrote in a social media post. Prayers for the first American pontiff and Chicago native poured in Tuesday afternoon following the announcement by the Holy See. "We ask the faithful to continue praying for Pope Leo's recovery and for the doctors and staff caring for him. We also hold in prayer all who are living with cancer, their families, and those who care for them," the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops posted on X. Archbishop of New York Ronald Hicks asked for prayers as the pope recovered. "We thank God that the surgery on Pope Leo was, by all accounts, successful, and that he continues his recovery and recuperation," Hicks said in an X post. "I know that I join with people from all corners of [the New York diocese], across the country, and around the world in keeping the Holy Father in our prayers." U.S. Rep. Jonathan Jackson (D-Ill.), son of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, said his community was wishing the pope well. "Pope Leo XIV is one of our own, a Chicago kid who carried the values of our neighborhoods all the way onto the world stage, and today our whole city is wishing him strength and a full recovery," Jackson posted on X. "Chicago is with you." Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his wife, Jeanette, said they were "united in prayer" for the pontiff after hearing of his cancer diagnosis. "May the Lord give him strength and the Holy Spirit guide the medical professionals taking care of the Holy Father," Rubio said in a post. Tyler Durden Wed, 10/14/2026 - 08:20

Leo, 71, is expected to spend about a week in the hospital recovering from surgery that found lung cancer.

Pope Leo XIV has undergone a 90-minute operation at the Policlinico A. Gemelli hospital in Rome which saw surgeons remove the lower lobe of the 71-year-old’s right lung after finding a cancerous nodule

Pope Leo XIVs lung adenocarcinoma explained

World leaders, Catholics across the globe and senior cardinals at the Vatican offered prayers for Pope Leo on Wednesday after doctors announced the 71-year-old pontiff had been diagnosed with lung cancer and had part of one lung removed. The cancer diagnosis for a pope known to be relatively young and energetic and who was elected […]

Well wishes are pouring in for Pope Leo XIV after the 71-year-old pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer during surgery to remove a nodule on his lung on Tuesday. The Vatican stated that doctors confirmed a diagnosis of pulmonary adenocarcinoma via tissue testing following pre-operative examinations. NBC’s Daniele Hamamdjian reports and medical contributor Dr. John Torres joins TODAY to share his perspective on treatment, recovery and how family history plays a role.

World leaders, Catholics across the globe and senior cardinals at the Vatican offered prayers for Pope Leo on Wednesday after doctors announced the 71-year-old pontiff had been diagnosed with lung cancer and had part of one lung removed.

World leaders, Catholics across the globe and senior cardinals at the Vatican offered prayers for Pope Leo on Wednesday after doctors announced the 71-year-old pontiff had been diagnosed with lung cancer and had part of one lung removed. The cancer diagnosis ​for a pope known ‌to be relatively young and energetic and who was elected only in May 2025 caused shock.

Blood tests, chest X-ray show normal post-operative results after part of Pope Leo's right lung removed in operation

Pope Leo XIV spent a calm night in the hospital after successful surgery that saw part of his right lung removed and a confirmed cancer diagnosis, the Vatican said early Wednesday.

The Vatican has shared that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed and treated for lung adenocarcinoma, the most common type of lung cancer, during a planned surgical procedure.A statement shared on the Vatican News website said: “The Pope was in the operating room for approximately three hours, while the operation itself lasted about 90 minutes.“The doctors said it was successful and there were no complications.”They added that an intraoperative histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, “as suspected” from pre-op examinations.Pope Leo XIV delivers the Angelus prayer in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)What is lung adenocarcinoma?It’s a type of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The charity Macmillan Cancer Support explains: “Adenocarcinoma is the most common type [of non-small cell lung cancer].“It develops from cells that make mucus and is more often found in the outer area of the lung. Although the main cause is smoking, this type of NSCLC is more common in non-smokers.”Over the past 15 years, more non-smokers have been diagnosed with lung cancer.What are the signs and symptoms of  lung adenocarcinoma?On its website, the NHS shares that common signs of this type of cancer include:a cough that is not going away,shortness of breath,coughing up blood,chest or shoulder pain,recurrent chest infections, or having a chest infection that is not getting better,losing weight without trying,not feeling hungry (loss of appetite),feeling tired all the time.Additionally, these symptoms are uncommon but could be signs of the condition:swelling of your face or neck,difficulty swallowing,a hoarse voice that does not go away,changes in the way your fingers look (clubbing) – your fingertips may look wider than usual or curve downwards.Can you prevent lung cancer?While there are factors outside of our control, such as environmental factors or a family history of lung cancer, which could increase the risk of developing it, the National Cancer Institute said quitting smoking also reduces a person’s risk. “In smokers who have been treated for lung cancer, quitting smoking lowers the risk of new lung cancers. Counselling, the use of nicotine replacement products, and antidepressant therapy have helped smokers quit for good,” the institute said.“In a person who has quit smoking, the chance of preventing lung cancer depends on how many years and how much the person smoked and the length of time since quitting. After a person has quit smoking for 10 years, the risk of lung cancer decreases 30% to 60%.”The NHS provides resources and support for quitting smoking.Related...These 5 Foods And Drinks Can Help You Stop Smoking4 Red Flag Signs You Should See A Doctor About That CoughOncologist Explains 3 Reasons Why Cancer Rates Appear To Be Rising In Young People

Pope Leo XIV spent a calm night and was to begin post-surgery recovery Wednesday, a day after having a cancerous tumour removed from his lung. Part of the pope's right lung was removed in the operation and the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics is awaiting the results of tests to determine if the cancer has spread. FRANCE 24's Seema Gupta reports from Rome, Italy.

Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with a common form of lung cancer on Tuesday, about a year and half into his papacy. He still plans to travel to South America next month.

Doctors remove part of pope’s right lung to eliminate cancerous tissue Pope expected to remain in hospital about a week, Vatican said earlier November 6 to 17 trip to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru remains unclear VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo spent a peaceful night in hospital after undergoing surgery for lung cancer, the Vatican said on […] The post Pope Leo had peaceful night in hospital after lung cancer surgery appeared first on Interaksyon.

The pontiff underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung on Tuesday.

Pope Leo has undergone surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his right lung, raising questions his health and whether he will need further treatment. Here's what we know so far about his condition.

The Vatican issued an update on the Pope's health conditions after his operation.

The Pontiff stayed in Rome’s Gemelli hospital after undergoing an operation to remove the lower lobe of his right lung which confirmed cancer diagnosis

The pontiff underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung on Tuesday.

Pope Leo XIV had surgery on Tuesday to remove a cancerous growth in his lung, the Vatican announced.

NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks to Dr. Otis Brawley, an oncologist at Johns Hopkins University, about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis.

“Recovery is proceeding as planned,” Leo’s two doctors said.

Pope Leo XIV spent a calm night and was to begin post-surgery recovery Wednesday, a day after having a cancerous tumour removed from his lung.

The Pope spent a peaceful night in hospital after having surgery to treat lung cancer, the Vatican said.

Pope Leo XIV has undergone surgery for lung adenocarcinoma, a slow-moving disease that represents about two in five lung cancer cases.

The 71-year-old pontiff was diagnosed with the most common form of lung cancer after doctors discovered a growth during a routine health check

The Vatican has made a strong disclosure on the health of Pope Leo XIV following the surgery he underwent. You should read the details of the revelation.

 Pope Leo has been diagnosed with a common form of lung cancer after undergoing surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, Reuters reports. The 71-year-old pontiff was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Tuesday for the procedure after doctors discovered a growth in his lung during a recent medical examination.   According to a medical bulletin issued by the Vatican, tissue tests conducted during the operation confirmed lung adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer.   Reuters reported that Stefano Margaritora, the pope’s lead surgeon and head of thoracic surgery at Gemelli hospital, said the procedure was carried out using a video-assisted technique.   “In order to make the procedure curative, the lower lobe of the right lung was removed using a video-assisted technique,” the bulletin said, quoting Margaritora.     It added that a rapid intraoperative histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, as had been suspected from the pre-operative tests.   The Vatican had earlier announced that the surgery was successful before providing further details about the pope’s condition.   The operation lasted about 90 minutes and was completed without complications, according to the Vatican. Leo woke up normally and was resting in his hospital room.     The Vatican said the pontiff was expected to remain in hospital for about a week. All his public engagements have been cancelled until October 20.   The development comes two days after Leo announced that doctors had discovered a lung nodule during recent medical examinations and recommended its removal.   The pontiff on Sunday during his weekly Angelus address to worshippers gathered in St Peter’s Square at the Vatican, said the growth had been detected at an early stage and was well localised.   The pope added that he had decided to follow his doctors’ advice.     “The doctors believe that it is best to intervene, so, following their advice, I have decided to undergo surgery to remove it. The operation is already scheduled to take place in the coming days,” the pope said in a statement published on the Vatican News website.   Leo was elected pope in May 2025 following the death of Pope Francis, becoming the first American to lead the Catholic Church.    

The 71-year-old had part of his right lung removed

Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, a common form of lung cancer, the Vatican said

The Pope has been diagnosed with lung cancer. In a medical bulletin, the Vatican says the pontiff’s surgery yesterday to remove a lower lobe of his right lung was successful. Tests have now confirmed adenocarcinoma. Pope Leo, who’s 71, is recovering in hospital. Gavin Ashenden, who’s associate editor of the Catholic Herald – says the […] The post Pope Leo recovering in hospital after lung cancer diagnosis appeared first on Highland Radio - Latest Donegal News and Sport.

Pope Leo XIV spent a calm night in hospital in Rome after having a cancerous tumour removed from his right lung in a 90-minute operation, the Vatican said Wednesday. The post Pope passed a ‘calm’ night after lung operation: Vatican appeared first on Vanguard News.

In the hospital chapel, dozens of faithful prayed for the pope's health during the operation.

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous tumor surgically removed from his right lung on Tuesday in a 90-minute operation described as " successful" by the Vatican. Here's a breakdown of what we know.

ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV spent a tranquil night in Rome's Gemelli hospital following an operation to remove the lower lobe of his right lung and a confirmed cancer diagnosis, the Vatican said in a statement Wednesday.

The first night that Pope Leo XIV spent in the hospital following surgery was calm, the Holy See Press Office reported.

Pope Leo XIV underwent a 90-minute operation at the Policlinico A. Gemelli hospital in Rome which saw surgeons remove the lower lobe of the 71-year-old’s right lung after finding a cancerous nodule

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent surgery.

Part of Pope Leo's lung was removed during the operation and he is awaiting the results of tests to determine if the cancer has spread.

Pope Leo XIV is recovering in Rome's Gemelli hospital after undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous tumour from his right lung.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, October 14, wished Pope Leo XIV a full and speedy recovery after the pontiff underwent successful lung surgery at a hospital in Rome. Modi expressed his wishes in a post on X, hoping for the Pope’s recovery and continued good health.“Happy to learn that His Holiness Pope Leo XIV’s surgery last night was successful. Wishing him a full and speedy recovery as well as continued good health,” Modi wrote, tagging the official papal account, @Pontifex.Happy to learn that His Holiness Pope Leo XIV’s surgery last night was successful.Wishing him a full and speedy recovery as well as continued good health.@Pontifex— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 14, 2026 Pope Leo XIV Undergoes Surgery In RomeThe 71-year-old pontiff underwent a thoracic operation on Tuesday, October 13, at Rome’s Agostino Gemelli Hospital. According to the BBC, the procedure lasted approximately 90 minutes and involved removing the lower lobe of his right lung using a video-assisted surgical technique.The surgery was performed to address a small, localised lung nodule that had been detected at an early stage. An examination during the procedure reportedly confirmed pulmonary adenocarcinoma, a common form of lung cancer, which had been suspected during preoperative testing.The Vatican said the operation was successful, was completed as scheduled and proceeded without complications. The Pope reportedly awoke normally and returned to his room after a brief period of observation.Public Engagements Cancelled During RecoveryPope Leo XIV is expected to require approximately a week to recover from the procedure. All audiences and public engagements have been cancelled through October 20 as he recuperates.The development has drawn messages of support from leaders across the world, with several expressing their wishes for the pontiff’s recovery and good health.Catholic Leaders Across India Appeal For Prayers For Pope Leo XIV Ahead Of Lung Surgery Among those who have conveyed their wishes are Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.Pope Leo XIV Elected In May 2025Pope Leo XIV, 71, became the first American pontiff when he was elected in May 2025. His election marked a historic moment for the Catholic Church, which is led by the Bishop of Rome.

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous tumour surgically removed from his right lung on Tuesday in a 90-minute operation described as “successful” by the Vatican. Here are what several medical experts told AFP about the surgery and diagnosis. What is pulmonary adenocarcinoma? Pulmonary adenocarcinoma, the type of tumour removed from the Pope, generally comes from “a primary cancer,” said Dr. Juanita Mora, a medical spokesperson for the American Lung Association. She told AFP that “is a good thing” because it means the tumour is from lung cancer instead of generating from the spread of another cancer. There are two main types of lung cancer: “small cell” cancers, which spread aggressively and make up about 10 to 15 per cent of diagnoses, and “non-small cell” cancers, which make up the vast majority. “Adenocarcinoma is the most common kind of what’s called non-small cell lung cancer,” David Spigel, a medical oncologist specialising in lung cancer research at Nashville’s Sarah Cannon Research Institute, told AFP. Promising outlook David Carbone, director of the Oncology Center at Ohio State University, noted that while smoking is the most well-known risk factor for a lung cancer diagnosis, “most lung cancers that we diagnose today are in people who haven’t smoked, or (stopped) many years ago.” Lung cancer is the top cause of cancer death worldwide, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), but the prognosis can vary significantly depending on the type of lung cancer and how advanced it is when first detected. “When we look at five-year survival rate from lung adenocarcinoma, and it’s nicely localised, the rate is approximately 63 to 67pc,” Mora said. “But if we catch it early, it becomes 80 to 98pc, especially after surgical removal.” In such a case, the patient “will achieve a cure and never have their life threatened by cancer,” Spigel added. A standard procedure Pope Leo XIV announced the presence of the lung nodule on Sunday, saying it had been “detected at a very early stage” and was localised. The Vatican said “the lower lobe of the right lung was removed” during Tuesday’s operation to remove the mass. “He had part of his right lung taken out, which is the standard procedure,” Carbone told AFP. “There’s a lot of reserve in the lung, and people can have an entire lung removed and live a normal life,” he added. “I would expect that he’d be back to completely full level of activity very soon.” What now? The question now is whether Pope Leo XIV will need additional treatment such as chemotherapy or radiation. According to the experts consulted by AFP, the answer will depend on several factors, such as the size of the cancerous mass removed, how aggressive it was, its genetic characteristics, and whether or not it has spread. A Vatican source indicated that additional testing is underway. For Carbone, the fact that the Pope has already undergone surgery is encouraging. “Because if it had spread to, for example, the lymph nodes in the centre of the chest, he would have had some treatment before surgery, which he didn’t have,” he explained. “They really do go straight to surgery only for the earliest stage tumours, which makes me think this was a very early stage tumour, and has a quite good prognosis.” He stressed that treatment for lung cancer has improved considerably over the past few decades, “and the prognosis is better than ever. So I would be hopeful for a full recovery”.

WASHINGTON — Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous tumor surgically removed from his right lung on Tuesday in a 90-minute operation described as “successful” by the Vatican. Here are what several medical experts told AFP about the surgery and diagnosis. What is pulmonary adenocarcinoma? Pulmonary adenocarcinoma, the type of tumor removed from the Pope, generally comes from “a primary cancer,” said Dr. Juanita Mora, a medical spokesperson for the American Lung Association. She told AFP that “is a good thing” because it means the tumor is from lung cancer instead of generating from the spread of another cancer. READ: Pope Leo […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer operation: What we know

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous tumour removed from his right lung in a 90-minute operation on Tuesday and “woke up normally” after the procedure, the Vatican said. A Vatican source said further tests were being carried out to determine if the cancer had spread. “To ensure the procedure was radical, the lower lobe of the right lung was removed,” the Vatican said in a statement. The operation “confirmed the diagnosis of a pulmonary adenocarcinoma, as suspected from the pre-operative tests”, it said. The 71-year-old pope was in the operating room at Rome’s Gemelli hospital for a total of three hours and the operation lasted half that time. “The surgery was successful and there were no complications,” the Vatican said, with a source adding that he had requested dinner after the procedure. Lamps and flowers outside Gemelli Hospital, where Pope Leo is hospitalised to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule, in Rome, Italy on October 13, 2026. —Reuters Juanita Mora, medical spokesperson for the American Lung Association, told AFP that when this type of cancer is “caught in early stages, then it has a very, very good prognosis”. She said much would depend on the stage of the cancer found and whether it had spread. In cases of surgical removal and when the cancer is caught early and localised, five-year survival rates from lung adenocarcinoma were “80 to 98 percent”, she said. “They’ll determine if he needs chemotherapy, radiation therapy, targeted therapy, or immunotherapy for the adenocarcinoma,” she said. ‘Thoughts and prayers’ US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, a practicing Catholic, said after the surgery that he and his wife were “united in prayer for (Leo’s) health following his recent diagnosis”. “May the Lord give him strength and the Holy Spirit guide the medical professionals taking care of the Holy Father,” Rubio said on X. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his “thoughts and prayers” were with the pontiff, calling him “a voice for peace, humanity and reason in our modern world”. Leo had entered the hospital smiling and waving earlier on Tuesday hours before the surgery. He is staying in a room on the 10th floor of the building, next to a papal suite with a private chapel that is currently under renovation. The Vatican has said it expects the recovery to take a week. His audiences have been cancelled until October 20 and the operation raises questions about whether the pope will go on a lengthy visit to Latin America next month. The surgery marks Leo’s first hospitalisation since he became head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025. In a surprise announcement following Angelus prayers on Sunday, Leo told crowds in St Peter’s Square that doctors had discovered a nodule “at a very early stage” during medical checks. “The doctors believe it would be right to intervene,” he said. The Vatican has historically been very secretive about the health of popes, but began to be more transparent during the illness of Leo’s predecessor Francis, an Argentine who freely discussed his ailments. Ahead of the operation, people outside the hospital expressed concern over the pope’s condition. Giorgia Fei, a 57-year-old Italian, said she had been worried. “However, the Holy Father is in very good hands here at the hospital because we have some outstanding doctors,” she said. “I will pray a lot for him.” Giuseppe Purpura, 72, said he too was concerned. “He’s still quite young and I really wasn’t expecting this. I thought he was in better health,” he said, noting that “thankfully it was caught in time”. Latin America trip in doubt The Vicar General for the Diocese of Rome, Cardinal Baldassare Reina, led a rosary prayer for the pope inside the hospital chapel which was broadcast by the Vatican. Dozens of people attended, and Reina asked all the city’s parishes to join in. The Vatican secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, told ANSA news agency that Leo had been “very calm” about his condition when they met on Monday. The Vatican told AFP the nodule was found during routine health checks, and there were no symptoms that led to checking the pope’s lungs. Chicago-born Leo, the first US pope, is sporty and believed to generally be in good health. He is scheduled to travel to South America from November 6-17 to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru.

ROME — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed he has lung cancer and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said. Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery. It said the diagnosis had been suspected by preoperative tests and was confirmed during surgery. The statement made no mention of treatment going forward, and the Vatican said doctors were not currently speaking of chemotherapy or other therapies pending the results of other tests. The Vatican press office noted the medical statement spoke of the “radical” removal of the lobe as an indication that doctors removed all suspect tissue in hopes of removing any lingering traces of the cancer. Leo's lymph nodes also would have been removed and tested, to determine if the cancer had spread, and there was no word yet on those test results. “Adenocarcinoma is the most common (type of lung cancer), also with the most favorable prognosis,” said Dr. Stephen Liu, a lung cancer expert at Georgetown’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Ce

Leo was elected leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics in May 2025.

Pope Leo was diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons removed a part of his right lung on Tuesday, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin, marking a significant health setback for the 71-year-old pontiff. The pope has lung adenocarcinoma, a common form of cancer, with tissue tests conducted during the operation confirming what doctors had […]

Pope Leo XIV has had a cancerous tumour removed from his right lung in a successful operation, with further tests underway to determine whether the cancer has spread.

ROME, Oct 13 (Reuters) - Pope Leo was diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons removed a part of his right lung on Tuesday, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin, marking a significant health setback for the 71-year-old pontiff.

WASHINGTON, United States —Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous tumor surgically removed from his right lung on Tuesday in a 90-minute operation described as “successful” by the Vatican. Here are what several medical experts told AFP about the surgery and diagnosis. What is pulmonary adenocarcinoma? Pulmonary adenocarcinoma, the type of tumor removed from the Pope, generally comes from “a primary cancer,” said Dr. Juanita Mora, a medical spokesperson for the American Lung Association. She told AFP that “is a good thing” because it means the tumor is from lung cancer instead of generating from the spread of another cancer. There are […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo XIV's lung cancer operation: What we know about it

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous tumor surgically removed from his right lung on Tuesday in a 90-minute operation described as "successful" by the Vatican.

Pope Leo underwent surgery on Tuesday to remove a cancerours tumour from his right lung after saying that a nodule had been "detected at a very early stage". Following a "successful" operation, the Vatican said the pontiff would undergo additional testing.

Pope Leo XIV was elected as the head of the Roman Catholic Church in May 2025.

The pope has recovered from surgery to remove part of his lung, so what caused his illness, and how likely is he to recover?

The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer on Tuesday, following a surgery he had on his right lung. Doctors and medical experts spoke with CBS News about the potential prognosis.

Pope Leo XIV has recently been diagnosed with pulmonary adenocarcinoma after undergoing a successful two-hour surgery to remove a growth from his lung. As he begins his recovery, the Vatican has decided to suspend all of his public engagements until at least October 20 while they monitor his health. The next course of action will be determined based on forthcoming test results, which will dictate if additional treatment is required.

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo has lung cancer following surgery to remove part of his right lung. Doctors said more information is needed to determine the cancer's stage and prognosis.

The pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital for surgery to remove a growth doctors had discovered in a recent routine health check.

Pope Leo XIV has successfully undergone surgery to remove a small, localised nodule from his lung, the Vatican confirmed in a statement on Tuesday. Read More: https://punchng.com/popes-lung-surgery-successful-vatican/

ROME — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said. Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery. It said the diagnosis had been suspected by preoperative tests and was confirmed during surgery. The statement made no mention of treatment going forward, and the Vatican said doctors were not currently speaking of chemotherapy or other therapies pending the results of other tests. The Vatican press office noted the medical statement spoke of the “radical” […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer, Vatican says after surgery

Experts emphasize the need for more information regarding the tumor's size and potential spread to lymph nodes to assess the prognosis and treatment options

The Vatican has said Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common type of lung cancer, after undergoing surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.

Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican announced Tuesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay reports. Then, thoracic surgeon Dr. Kalvin Lung joins to discuss the diagnosis.

Pope Leo XIV’s doctors discovered lung cancer, prompting the removal of a portion of his right lung.

The Vatican says surgery to remove a nodule from Pope Leo’s lung was successful. The 71-year-old leader of the Catholic Church was found to have what is the most common form of lung cancer. NBC News’ Anne Thompson reports.

Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, has been diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons removed the lower lobe of his right lung, according to the Vatican. Chris Livesay reports and Dr. David Jones, chief of thoracic surgery at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, has medical analysis.

Pope Leo was diagnosed with of lung cancer following a surgical operation on Tuesday, the Vatican said. Dr. Charles Powell, chief of pulmonary, critical care & sleep medicine at Mount Sinai and director of the Mount Sinai Respiratory Institute, joins "The Daily Report" to explain what could happen next.

VATICAN — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung after doctors confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican announced Tuesday evening. “The Holy Father underwent thoracic surgery as scheduled. To ensure the radical removal of the tumor, the lower lobe of the right lung was removed […] The post Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, Vatican says appeared first on Interaksyon.

The Vatican says Pope Leo has lung cancer and that doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung in a surgery that lasted roughly 90 minutes. In a statement, the Vatican called the operation "successful" and said there were "no complications." For more on the Pope's prognosis, Geoff Bennett spoke with Dr. Omer Awan, a physician and senior public health contributor at Forbes.

Pope Leo XIV had surgery on Tuesday to remove a cancerous growth in his lung, the Vatican announced.

The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer after a successful surgery removed the lower lobe of his right lung.  The post Pope Leo Diagnosed with Lung Cancer After Successful Surgery Removes Right Lower Lobe appeared first on Breitbart.

The 71-year-old pontiff underwent an operation to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.

Oncologists say Holy Father's prognosis is excellent since cancer was caught early on

It follows the first major medical procedure of the pope’s tenure

Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer, the Vatican said Tuesday, after he underwent surgery to remove a nodule from his lung. The 90-minute procedure was successful and removed the lower lobe of his right lung. The Vatican said the pope was recovering and that there were no planned changes to his hospitalization time,...

The pontiff was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common type of lung cancer, Vatican officials added.

Pope Leo XIV has cancerous growth removed from right lung in 90-minute operation; Vatican source says further tests were being carried out to determine if the cancer had spread. Leer más

The Vatican revealed Tuesday that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery and having the lower lobe of his right lung removed. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay has more. Then, Dr. Janette Nesheiwat joins with analysis.

The Vatican announced that Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer following surgery to remove a lung nodule, during which doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung. NBC News medical contributor Dr. John Torres says that the type of cancer, ​lung adenocarcinoma, is "one of the more treatable" types of cancers, and a treatment course will be prescribed following more testing by the pontiff's medical team.

The Vatican said the pope woke up normally after the operation and would remain in hospital for several days to recover.

The pontiff was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common type of lung cancer, Vatican officials added.

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican confirmed. The 71-year-old pontiff is recovering in hospital, while further tests will determine the next steps in his treatment.

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous growth removed from his right lung in a 90-minute operation on Tuesday and "woke up normally" after the procedure, the Vatican said. The post Pope Leo has cancerous growth removed in lung operation appeared first on Vanguard News.

The 71-year-old is recovering in Rome's Gemelli hospital after surgery to remove a cancerous growth on his lung.

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous growth removed from his right lung in a 90-minute operation on Tuesday and "woke up normally" after the procedure, the Vatican said. A Vatican source said further tests were being carried out to determine if the cancer had spread. "To ensure the procedure was radical, the lower lobe of the right lung was removed," the Vatican said in a statement. FRANCE 24's Seema Gupta reports from Rome.

Leo told crowds in St Peter's Square on Sunday that doctors had discovered a nodule ‘at a very early stage’ during medical checks

The Vatican said the surgery was successful without complications, with further tests being carried out to determine if the cancer had spread.

Pope Leo was diagnosed with lung cancer after surgeons removed a part of his right lung on Tuesday, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin, marking a significant health setback for the 71-year-old pontiff.

The announcement was made after the pontiff, 71, underwent a 90 minute surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital

Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer, the Vatican announced on Tuesday. Candida Moss, Cadbury professor of theology at the University of Birmingham, discusses what this means for the pope's duties and Dr. Janette Nesheiwat breaks down the medical implications.

Pope Leo XIV had a cancerous growth removed from his right lung in a 90-minute operation on Tuesday and "woke up normally" after the procedure, the Vatican said.

The Vatican said Tuesday that Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report.

The Vatican says the lower lobe of Pope Leo XIV’s right lung was removed in a successful operation. Tests will show whether the cancer spread. The post Pope Leo Has Lung Cancer After Surgery appeared first on The Rio Times.

The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV’s surgery to remove a small lung growth went well and as expected

Pope Leo diagnosed with cancer doctors remove lobe of lung Vatican says

The Pope had a lower lobe of his right lung removed and was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common form of lung cancer, the Vatican said.

The Pope had a lower lobe of his right lung removed and was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common form of lung cancer, the Vatican said.

The Pope had a lower lobe of his right lung removed and was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, a common form of lung cancer, the Vatican said.

Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery to remove a lung nodule and the Vatican said the operation was completed “successfully, on schedule and as planned”

The Pontiff underwent a 90-minute surgery on Tuesday to removed a nodule and while the operation was successful, doctors have this evening confirmed it was cancerous.

Pontiff, 71, undergoes 90-minute operation after nodule discovered during medical exam

The Vatican announced Pope Leo XIV has undergone surgery and was diagnosed with lung cancer.

The Pontiff underwent a 90-minute surgery on Tuesday to removed a nodule and while the operation was successful, doctors have this evening confirmed it was cancerous.

Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and had the lower lobe of his right lung removed, the Vatican said on Tuesday. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay and University of Birmingham theology professor Candida Moss join to discuss.

Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.

The growth was spotted during a routine check-up

(MedPage Today) -- Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said. The tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said...

Vaticanul a anunțat că Papa Leon al XIV-lea (71 de ani) a fost operat marți după-amiază pentru extirparea unui nodul pulmonar care s-a dovedit canceros: “Intervenția s-a încheiat cu succes, în intervalul de timp prevăzut și conform planificării”. Într-un buletin ulterior, Vaticanul a mai transmis că în timpul intervenției a fost extirpat lobul inferior al […]

Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer and had the lower lobe of his right lung removed, the Vatican announced. NBC News' Anne Thompson explains why the operation was characterized as "radical" and Claudio Lavanga reports on the expected recovery timeline.

Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed that he has lung cancer, and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.c...Keep on reading: Pope has lung cancer, surgery shows; lower lobe of right lung removed

The Vatican said the diagnosis had been suspected by preoperative tests

Pope Leo leads the Angelus prayer from the window of the Apostolic Palace at the Vatican, October 11, (Credits: via REUTERS) Pope Leo has had surgery to remove part of his lung when it was discovered he had cancer, the Vatican has said. The 71-year-old had a successful 90-minute surgery to take out the lower lobe of his right lung and was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma. ‘The surgery was successful, and there were no complications,’ the statement the Vatican said. ‘After the operation, the Pope awoke normally and returned after a brief period of observation to his room on the 10th floor,’ the Vatican said in a statement. The Vatican press office noted the medical statement spoke of the ‘radical’ removal of the lobe as an indication that doctors removed all suspect tissue in hopes of removing any lingering traces of the cancer. Sign up for all of the latest stories Start your day informed with Metro's News Updates newsletter or get Breaking News alerts the moment it happens. Leo’s lymph nodes also would have been removed and tested, to determine if the cancer had spread, and there was no word yet on those test results. Pope Leo XIV revealed he was going into surgery during Sunday prayers at the Vatican. He told followers who had gathered in St Peter’s Square: ‘Recently, during some medical tests, doctors discovered a localised nodule in my lung.’ Robert Francis Prevost, 71, was named the first American to serve as Pope in 2025. The Pope was born in Chicago and was made cardinal by Francis in 2023. This past week, Pope Leo declared capital punishment ‘inadmissible’ following plans for the United States to livestream an execution by firing squad. What is lung adenocarcinoma? Lung adenocarcinoma is the most common type of lung cancers It develops from glandular cells that line the lungs and normally produce substances such as mucus. Key facts Can occur in both smokers and non-smokers, although smoking remains a major risk factor. It is the most common type of lung cancer in people who have never smoked. Tends to grow more slowly than some other lung cancers, but it can still spread (metastasise) to lymph nodes, bones, liver, brain, or other organs. Common symptoms Persistent cough Coughing up blood Shortness of breath Chest pain Recurrent chest infections Unexplained weight loss Fatigue ‘Adenocarcinoma is the most common (type of lung cancer), also with the most favourable prognosis,’ said Dr Stephen Liu, a lung cancer expert at Georgetown’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Centre. ‘While we know the diagnosis we now need to know the stage.’ ‘We now need to know how big it is, how many spots in the lung are involved. Is it just one nodule, or more than one, and the lymph nodes, are they cancerous?’ Liu said. If the cancer has spread, more tests will be needed to determine what kind of therapy to pursue, he said. Options include chemotherapy, a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy or targeted therapy, which involves oral pills for specific cancers. Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source

The Vatican has revealed a shocking diagnosis for Pope Leo following major surgery, confirming doctors had suspected the condition before the operation.

The Vatican has revealed a shocking diagnosis for Pope Leo following major surgery, confirming doctors had suspected the condition before the operation.

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing surgery to remove a portion of his right lung.

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after undergoing major surgery, which saw part of his right lung removed, the Vatican has said today

Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer after having a nodule removed from his lung, the Vatican announced on Tuesday. The Holy Father underwent surgery at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome to remove the nodule, which he had previously characterized as minor and treatable. The Vatican said in a statement that an examination […]

The Vatican on Monday canceled all Leo’s audiences through Oct. 20.

Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung cancer for Pope Leo XIV, the Vatican said in a medical update after he underwent surgery.

The Vatican says Pope Leo's surgery to remove a nodule has confirmed the presence of cancer and that the lower lobe of his right lung has been removed.

VATICAN CITY, Holy See (AFP)—Doctors removed part of Pope Leo XIV's right lung during a 90-minute operation on Tuesday after finding a cancerous growth, the Vatican said in a statement. The pope "woke up normally" after the operation and is now back in his room on the 10th floor of Rome's Gemelli hospital, the statement said. A Vatican source added that the pope had asked for dinner. "To ensure the procedure was radical, the lower lobe of the right lung was removed," the Vatican said, adding that the operation "confirmed the diagnosis of a pulmonary adenocarcinoma, as suspected from the pre-operative tests". "The Holy Father was in the operating room for about 3 hours, and the duration of the operation itself was around 90 minutes. The surgery was successful and there were no complications," the statement said. Asked if there was any sign that the cancer had spread further, a Vatican source said further tests were being carried out.

Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and had the lower lobe of his right lung removed, the Vatican announced Tuesday.

The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV, 71, has successfully undergone surgery in Rome to remove a lung nodule discovered during a routine check-up. Read More: https://punchng.com/pope-leos-lung-surgery-successful-vatican/

The 71-year-old Leo returned to his room after the surgery at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, according to a statement from the Vatican spokesman.

Vatican confirms Pope Leo had the lower lobe of his right lung removed during surgery in Rome today

Pope Leo XIV has undergone successful surgery to remove a small, localised nodule from his lung at the Gemelli Hospital in Rome, the Vatican has confirmed. Read More: https://punchng.com/things-to-know-about-pope-leo-xivs-lung-surgery/

Pope Leo’s surgery on Tuesday to remove a small growth on one of his lungs went successfully and as planned, the Vatican said, about seven hours after the pontiff was hospitalised for the first major health issue of his 17-month tenure. Leo, 71, was treated at Rome’s Gemelli hospital for the removal of the small nodule, which the pontiff said on Sunday had ‌been spotted early during a recent check-up. “The procedure was completed successfully, within the expected time frame and as planned,” said...

Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and that the lower lobe of his right lung was removed.

The pope has had part of his lung removed and is recovering after surgery. Leo has been unusually candid for a pontiff about his health issues, disclosing the surgery to thousands of people in St. Peter's Square.

Leo has been unusually candid for a pontiff about his health issues, disclosing the surgery to thousands of people in St. Peter's Square.

The Vatican says Pope Leo's recovery is expected to take about a week following surgery to remove a nodule from his lung.

Pope Leo has undergone successful lung surgery to remove a nodule.

Pope Leo has undergone successful lung surgery to remove a nodule.

Pope Leo has undergone successful lung surgery to remove a nodule.

Pope Leo XIV undergoes successful surgery to remove a lung nodule at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, with Vatican officials confirming the operation went as planned.

Pope Leo XIV has reportedly completed the surgery carried out to remove the growth on his lung. You need to read the outcome as officially disclosed by Vartican.

Pope Leo XIV was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Tuesday ahead of surgery later in the day to remove a lung nodule, an operation that experts say will determine whether the lesion is malignant and if other treatment is needed.

Pope Leo XIV underwent a successful surgery Tuesday to remove a lung nodule, according to the Vatican.

The 71-year-old pontiff said Monday that doctors discovered the nodule at a "very early stage" and recommended its removal.

71-year-old Pope Leo XIV returns to his room at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after doctors removed a small, localised lung nodule on Tuesday

The surgery got under way as medical staff recited the Rosary prayer in the hospital chapel Tuesday evening

The Pope's surgery to remove a small growth on one ‌of his lungs went "successfully and according to plan", the Vatican says.

ope Leo's surgery on Tuesday afternoon to remove a small growth on one of his lungs went well and as expected, the Vatican said in a statement.

American pontiff offers rare level of transparency about first publicly disclosed major health problem of 17-month papacy

Pope Leo XIV was admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital for lung nodule surgery, with public events cancelled until October 20 as Vatican officials share updates.

Leo revealed on Sunday that doctors discovered the nodule and recommended its removal. The Vatican says he will be hospitalized for at least a week, with all audiences canceled until October 20.

Pope Leo XIV drank from the Lourdes spring just weeks before facing minimally invasive VATS lung nodule surgery at Gemelli Hospital in Rome.

ROME — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday to remove a lung nodule, officials said, an operation that should determine whether the lesion is malignant and if other treatment is needed. After a quick drive from the Vatican, Leo walked into Rome's Gemelli hospital through the main entrance and waved to dozens of well-wishers who had gathered to greet him. The Vatican said the surgery would be performed by a team led by Gemelli’s chief thoracic surgeon, Dr. Stefano Margaritora. The surgery got under way as medical staff recited the Rosary prayer in the hospital chapel Tuesday evening, according to two people familiar with the plans who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly. “Let us join together in prayer, asking the Lord to sustain our bishop, Pope Leo, and to comfort all those who are hospitalized here,” said the Vicar of Rome, Cardinal Baldassare Reina, at the start of the prayer. The 71-year-old American pontiff has offered a rare level of transparency about the first publicly disclosed major health problem of his 17-month papacy.

Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday to remove a lung nodule, officials said, an operation that should determine whether the lesion is malignant and if other treatment is needed.

Pope Leo has said the growth is "contained" and had been found "at a very early stage".

Pope Leo XIV was driven to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Tuesday to prepare for a surgery removing a nodule from his lung. It is expected that the Holy Father will undergo the operation this afternoon. He has characterized the nodule — a small growth of tissue on the inside of his lung — as minor […]

Pope Leo was due to have surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Tuesday to remove a small growth on one of his lungs as doctors determine whether other treatments are necessary.

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to undergo surgery to remove a small lung nodule, with the procedure expected to require approximately one week of hospital recovery. This is according to reports from several Catholic and international news outlets. The 71-year-old... The post Pope Leo to undergo lung surgery, cancels public audiences through October 2 appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Pope Leo XIV was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital ahead of surgery later in the day to remove a lung nodule.

Catholics are praying for Pope Leo XIV's health as he prepares for lung surgery. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.

Pope Leo XIV arrived at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for lung nodule removal after doctors said the growth was identified at a "very early stage."

Pope Leo XIV arrived at a hospital in Rome on Tuesday for surgery to remove a nodule on his lung. Chris Livesay reports.

Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to the hospital for surgery Tuesday to remove a small growth on his lung, in what is his first stay in hospital since the start of his pontificate. The 71-year-old pontiff told the crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday that doctors had discovered a “nodule” on his … The post Pope Leo in the hospital as surgery to remove growth on his lung scheduled for Tuesday appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Pope Leo XIV arrived at a Rome hospital Tuesday for a scheduled surgery to remove a lung nodule, a small oval-shaped mass of tissue. He was admitted to the thoracic surgery department and the Vatican has confirmed his surgery will take place in the  afternoon. NBC's Daniele Hamamdjian reports for TODAY.

The operation will be performed by the Gemelli's thoracic surgery team, led by Stefano Margaritora, the Vatican said.

Mumbai, October 13, 2026: Catholic leaders across India have appealed to the faithful to pray for Pope Leo XIV ahead of surgery to remove a small, localised lung nodule detected during recent medical examinations.The Conference of Catholic Bishops of India (CCBI) has called on Catholics nationwide to pray for the Pope’s successful surgery and speedy recovery.In a circular dated October 13, Cardinal Filipe Neri Ferrão, CCBI president and Archbishop of Goa and Daman, urged bishops, priests, religious and lay faithful to offer special prayers during Mass and in the prayers of the faithful.Church Leaders Appeal For PrayersMarking the Month of the Holy Rosary, the CCBI also appealed to Catholics to remember the Pope in their daily prayers.In a letter on Monday, Archbishop of Bombay John Rodrigues urged priests and the faithful across the Archdiocese of Bombay to pray for the Holy Father during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.Referring to the Pope’s remarks on Sunday, Rodrigues recalled his gratitude for the spiritual support of the faithful. “I thank you for your spiritual closeness and I entrust myself to your prayers,” the Pope had said.Rodrigues also called for prayers for the medical team, asking the Lord to guide the doctors with wisdom and skill and grant them success in the surgery. He urged parish priests to encourage religious communities and the laity to pray together and in their homes.Mumbai Catholics Pray For RecoveryMelwyn Fernandes, secretary of the Association of Concerned Christians, said Mumbai’s Catholic community would pray for the medical team and the Pope’s speedy recovery, expressing hope that he would soon resume his ministry and continue spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ.Vatican Confirms Early DetectionVatican News reported that the nodule had been detected at a very early stage and was well localised. The Pope said his doctors had recommended surgery to remove it.Also Watch: Pope Leo XIV To Undergo Lung Surgery In Rome After Nodule Detection; Public Audiences Cancelled Until October 20The Pope’s Statement“Dear friends, during some recent medical examinations, the doctors found a small, localized nodule in my lung. It was detected at a very early stage and is well-localized. The doctors believe that it is best to intervene, so, following their advice, I have decided to undergo surgery to remove it. The operation is already scheduled to take place in the coming days.”To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

Mumbai, October 13, 2026: Archbishop of Bombay John Rodrigues has appealed to priests and the faithful across the Archdiocese of Bombay to pray for Pope Leo XIV, who is scheduled to undergo surgery.In a letter dated October 12, addressed to parish priests and priests-in-charge, Rodrigues urged the clergy to remember the Holy Father in their prayers and during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist.The Archbishop referred to the Pope’s remarks on Sunday, in which he spoke about his impending surgery and expressed gratitude for the spiritual support of the faithful.“I thank you for your spiritual closeness and I entrust myself to your prayers,” the Pope had said.Archbishop Appeals For PrayersResponding to the appeal, Rodrigues called upon the faithful to pray for the medical team treating the Pope, asking the Lord to guide them with wisdom and skill and grant them success in the surgery.He also prayed for the Pope’s speedy and complete recovery.The Archbishop requested parish priests to encourage religious communities and lay faithful in their respective parishes to join in prayer, both collectively and in their homes.The appeal comes as Catholics worldwide are being encouraged to offer spiritual support for the Pope ahead of his medical procedure. Rodrigues concluded his letter by thanking the clergy and conveying his prayers and best wishes.Pope To Undergo Lung SurgeryVatican News reported that the Pope told those gathered for the Angelus on Sunday that his doctors had found a “localised nodule” in his lung and that he would be operated on in a few days.The operation will take place at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic Hospital in Rome.He added that the nodule was “detected at a very early stage and is well localised”. The Pope said his doctors had recommended surgery.Also Watch: Pope Leo XIV To Undergo Lung Surgery In Rome After Nodule Detection; Public Audiences Cancelled Until October 20The Pope's Statement“Dear friends, during some recent medical examinations, the doctors found a small, localized nodule in my lung. It was detected at a very early stage and is well-localized. The doctors believe that it is best to intervene, so, following their advice, I have decided to undergo surgery to remove it. The operation is already scheduled to take place in the coming days.”To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

The Vatican has said that the pontiff is expected to spend about a week recovering in the hospital.

After the quick drive from the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV (pictured) walked into the hospital through the main entrance and waved to dozens of well-wishers who had gathered to greet him.

After the quick drive from the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV (pictured) walked into the hospital through the main entrance and waved to dozens of well-wishers who had gathered to greet him.

The 71-year-old pontiff will undergo surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital after doctors discovered a small growth in his lung. His public audiences have been cancelled until October 20.Pope Leo XIV is set to undergo surgery at a hospital in Rome on Tuesday to remove a nodule from his lung, in what medical experts describe as a relatively low-risk procedure.The 71-year-old pontiff is expected to be admitted to Gemelli Hospital late in the morning, Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni told AFP. The operation will mark Leo’s first hospitalisation since becoming head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025.Lung nodule detected during routine medical examinationThe pope revealed the diagnosis on Sunday following Angelus prayers, telling worshippers gathered in St Peter’s Square that doctors had discovered the nodule “at a very early stage” during a recent medical examination.“The doctors believe it would be right to intervene,” he said while addressing the crowd from a window of the Apostolic Palace.The Vatican confirmed that the growth was detected during routine health checks and that the pope had not experienced any symptoms that prompted an examination of his lungs.Leo is expected to require approximately a week to recover, and all his public audiences have been cancelled until October 20.He is likely to stay in a specially designated top-floor suite at Gemelli Hospital, where popes traditionally receive medical treatment, under tight security.His personal nurse, Massimiliano Strappetti, who also cared for his predecessor Pope Francis during several hospitalisations before his death in 2025, is expected to accompany him.Doctors say surgery carries limited risksChicago-born Leo, the first pope from the United States, is known for his active lifestyle and is generally believed to be in good health.Marco Scarci, a UK-based thoracic surgery expert, told AFP that removing the lung nodule was not “a particularly risky operation”.He expected the pontiff to recover quickly, although “it might take up to three months to return to his pre-surgery fitness level”.Pulmonary nodules are small growths of tissue in the lungs. Most are benign, meaning they are not cancerous, although a small proportion may indicate early-stage lung cancer.Professor Federico Venuta, head of Thoracic Surgery at Policlinico Umberto 1 hospital in Rome, explained that a small pulmonary nodule is often called a “coin lesion” because of its appearance on an X-ray.While smaller nodules generally do not cause symptoms, larger growths can lead to breathlessness, chest pain and persistent coughing, sometimes accompanied by blood.Such nodules “could be a whole range of benign lesions — inflammatory, infectious, autoimmune, or congenital — or they could be malignant,” Venuta said.Early detection offers positive outlookDoctors may remove pulmonary nodules under general anaesthesia, with patients breathing through a tube during the procedure.“Often, the lesion can be accessed from the outside or inside, for instance, via image-guided biopsy or endoscopy, but sometimes this is not possible,” Venuta explained.He said the prognosis could remain encouraging even if tests revealed that the growth was malignant.“For a generally healthy person, the prognosis for lung cancer caught at such an early stage — specifically a pulmonary nodule with no distant spread — is absolutely favourable,” he said.The Vatican has not indicated that the pope’s nodule is cancerous.South America visit scheduled for NovemberLeo is scheduled to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru from November 6 to 17, raising questions about whether the operation could affect his travel plans.Venuta said that “generally, the rule is to avoid air travel for about 20 days following these surgeries, though there is obviously some flexibility”.Also Watch: Pope Leo XIV Joins Viral '6-7' Trend At Vatican, Internet Reacts To Unexpected Meme Moment - VIDEOThe Vatican has not announced any changes to the planned visit.The Vatican traditionally maintained strict secrecy around papal health, although it became more transparent during the pontificate of Francis, who openly discussed his medical conditions.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

The surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule, or small growth of tissue in the lung, marks the 71-year-old's first hospitalisation since he became head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025. The post Pope Leo admitted to hospital for lung operation appeared first on Vanguard News.

The pope announced the surgery on Sunday, the first time a pontiff has made a personal medical announcement of this kind.

Several hundred people gathered at Rome's Gemelli Hospital before the pope's operation, news of which had caught many in Vatican City off guard.

Leo arrived at hospital on Tuesday for the surgery, which is deemed low risk and could take place this afternoonPope Leo has been admitted to hospital in Rome for an operation to remove a small growth from his lung, a discovery a top Vatican cardinal said had come “like a bolt out of the blue”.In a rare moment of Vatican transparency, Leo, 71, said during his angelus prayer on Sunday that doctors had found a small nodule on his lung during a check-up, adding that it was “well-contained” and detected early. Continue reading...

The pontiff said on Sunday he would undergo surgery for a nodule on his lung.

Pope Leo XIV was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital late Tuesday morning ahead of planned surgery to remove an early-stage nodule on his lung. The post Pope Leo XIV Enters Rome Hospital Ahead of Abdominal Surgery appeared first on Breitbart.

The growth was spotted during a routine check-up

Pope Leo XIV was due to be admitted to hospital in Rome on Tuesday for surgery to remove a nodule on his lung, an operation experts say is generally low-risk. The 71-year-old will head to the Gemelli hospital in the late morning, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told AFP. The surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule, or small growth of tissue in the lung, will mark the pope’s first hospitalisation since he became head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025. On Sunday, in a surprise announcement following Angelus prayers, Leo told faithful in St Peter’s Square that doctors had discovered the nodule “at a very early stage” during recent medical checks. “The doctors believe it would be right to intervene,” he said, addressing the crowds from a window of the Apostolic Palace. The Vatican was historically very secretive about papal health, but began to be more transparent during the illness of Leo’s predecessor Francis, an Argentine who freely discussed ailments. The pope’s recovery time could be about a week, the Vatican said. His audiences have been cancelled until October 20. Rome’s Gemelli hospital is where popes are usually treated, and Leo is expected to stay in a special top-floor suite, under high security. He will likely be accompanied by his personal nurse Massimiliano Strappetti, who looked after Leo’s predecessor Francis during several stays at the Gemelli hospital before his death last year. ‘Coin lesion’ Chicago-born Leo, the first US pope, is sporty and believed to generally be in good health. Marco Scarci, a thoracic surgery expert in the UK, told AFP it was not “a particularly risky operation” and he expected Leo’s recovery to be quick, though “it might take up to three months to return to his pre-surgery fitness level”. Leo is scheduled to travel to South America from November 6-17 to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. Most pulmonary nodules are benign, or non-cancerous, but a small percentage can be an early indication of lung cancer. The Vatican told AFP the nodule was found during routine health checks, and there were no symptoms that led to checking the pope’s lungs. A small nodule is called a “coin lesion” because on X-rays it looks like a coin, Professor Federico Venuta, head of Thoracic Surgery at the Policlinico Umberto 1 hospital in Rome, told AFP. Small nodules tend not to cause symptoms, but larger ones can cause shortness of breath, chest pain and persistent coughing — sometimes with blood. Such nodules “could be a whole range of benign lesions — inflammatory, infectious, autoimmune, or congenital — or they could be malignant,” Venuta said. Outlook ‘positive’ Removing the nodule can take place under general anaesthetic with the patient breathing through a tube. “Often, the lesion can be accessed from the outside or inside, for instance, via image-guided biopsy or endoscopy, but sometimes this is not possible,” Venuta said. Even if the nodule should turn out not to be benign, the pope’s outlook would be “very positive”, he said. “For a generally healthy person, the prognosis for lung cancer caught at such an early stage — specifically a pulmonary nodule with no distant spread — is absolutely favourable,” he said. In terms of the Latin American trip, Venuta said that “generally, the rule is to avoid air travel for about 20 days following these surgeries, though there is obviously some flexibility”.

Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital for surgery to remove a small lung nodule discovered during recent medical checks. The 71-year-old pontiff said the growth was detected at an early stage. The procedure marks his first hospitalisation since becoming pope in May 2025. FRANCE 24's Seema Gupta has the latest from Rome.

VATICAN CITY, Holy See—Pope Leo XIV was due to be admitted to hospital in Rome on Tuesday for surgery to remove a nodule on his lung, an operation experts say is generally low-risk. The 71-year-old will head to the Gemelli hospital in the late morning, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told AFP. The surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule, or small growth of tissue in the lung, will mark the pope’s first hospitalization since he became head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025. On Sunday, in a surprise announcement following Angelus prayers, Leo told faithful in St Peter’s Square that doctors […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo heads to hospital for lung operation

Vatican says recovery is expected to take about a week, all public events of Pope Leo cancelled until October 20

Leo has been unusually candid for a pontiff about his health issues, disclosing the surgery to thousands of people in St. Peter's Square.

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV was scheduled to be admitted to a hospital in Rome on Tuesday for surgery to remove a lung nodule, a procedure that experts generally consider low-risk. The 71-year-old pontiff was expected to arrive at Gemelli Hospital in the late morning, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told AFP. The surgery to […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo to undergo lung surgery in hospital

Pope Leo XIV is set to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule, a procedure that will determine if the lesion is malignant

Pope Leo XIV is due to be admitted to hospital in Rome for surgery to remove a nodule on his lung, an operation experts say is generally low-risk.

Pope Leo XIV, 71, will be admitted to Rome’s Gemelli hospital on Tuesday, October 13, for surgery to remove a small lung nodule. The Vatican said his audiences have been cancelled until October 20.

The small nodule was found during a checkup and is ‘well contained,’ Leo says

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV was due to be admitted to hospital in Rome on Tuesday for surgery to remove a nodule on his lung, an operation experts say is generally low-risk. The 71-year-old will head to the Gemelli hospital in the late morning, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told AFP. The surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule, or small growth of tissue in the lung, will mark the pope’s first hospitalisation since he became head of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025. READ: Pope Leo XIV to be operated on for lump on lung On Sunday, in a surprise […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo to be admitted to hospital for lung operation

The Vatican says the Pope's recovery is expected to take about a week. All his public events have been canceled until October 20.

VATICAN CITY, Holy See (AFP)—Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to hospital on Tuesday morning for an operation to remove a lump from his lung, the Vatican said. The 71-year-old Leo announced on Sunday that he would undergo an operation "in the coming days". The surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule, a small growth of tissue in the lung, will mark the pope's first hospitalisation since he became head of the 1.4 billion Catholics on May 8, 2025. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni told AFP on Monday that the pontiff would be admitted on "Tuesday, late morning". The recovery time could be about a week, the Vatican said. Leo's audiences have been cancelled until October 20. The operation is expected to take place at Rome's Gemelli hospital, which has a dedicated papal suite. In a surprise announcement following Angelus prayers on Sunday, Leo told assembled crowds in St Peter's Square that doctors had discovered the nodule "at a very early stage" during recent medical checks. "The doctors believe it would be right to intervene and so, following their advice, I have decided to have the operation to remove it," he said. - General anaesthetic - A pulmonary nodule is a small growth in the lung. Most are benign, meaning they are non-cancerous. But a small percentage can be an early stage of lung cancer. Most small nodules cause no symptoms and are only discovered during checks for other health issues. Larger nodules can cause shortness of breath, chest pain and persistent coughing -- sometimes with blood. The operation is normally carried out under general anaesthetic with the patient breathing through a tube. Rome's Gemelli hospital, north of the Vatican, is where popes are usually treated. Leo's predecessor Francis spent weeks there for treatment before his death last year. John Paul II, head of the Church from 1978 until his death in 2005, was treated nine times at Gemelli. A top-floor apartment was set up at the hospital, accessed by a long corridor guarded by Italian and Vatican police. Besides the pope's room, the suite reportedly includes a meeting room for medical staff, a kitchen, bathroom and rest areas, as well as a small chapel. - Latin America trip - Chicago-born Leo, the first US pope, is believed to generally be in good health, enjoying sports, especially playing tennis. He is expected to recover from the operation in time for a planned visit to Latin America next month. The 11-day official trip from November 6-17 will see him visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. Since his election, the former Robert Francis Prevost has gradually imprinted his style on the leadership of the Catholic Church, finding his voice as he takes on some pressing issues, from conflicts to artificial intelligence.

Catholics around the world are praying for the health of Pope Leo, who revealed over the weekend that he needs to undergo lung surgery. Chris Livesay has the latest from Rome.

Pope Leo XIV is expected to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule this week at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, with doctors anticipating a recovery of about seven days. The 71-year-old pontiff is due to travel to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru on November 6, though the Vatican has not confirmed the operation date.

MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has called on Filipino Catholics to unite in prayer for Pope Leo XIV as he prepares to undergo lung surgery. In an appeal issued on Monday, CBCP president and Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera also urged bishops and priests to offer Masses for the Pope’s […]...Keep on reading: CBCP: Pray for Pope Leo’s lung surgery, full recovery

Vatican expects a one-week hospital recovery for the 71-year-old Catholic leader ahead of scheduled Latin America tour.

Pope Leo XIV is due to undergo surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to remove a small, localised lung nodule detected during recent medical examinations. The Vatican expects about a week of recovery, but has not disclosed whether the growth is cancerous.

Pope Leo will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a lung nodule that was detected during a routine checkup. The 71-year-old said the growth was "well contained" and spotted early.

Pope Leo has cancelled all planned public events until Tuesday 20 October, ahead of surgery to remove a small growth on one of his lungs.

Pope Leo XIV told pilgrims that he would undergo surgery to remove a long nodule. CBS News' Chris Livesay and Dr. Céline Gounder have more.

Pope Leo continues working after lung surgery announcement

Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to hospital on Tuesday for an operation to remove a pulmonary nodule, a small growth, from his lung, the Vatican has said. Read More: https://punchng.com/pope-to-undergo-lung-surgery-tuesday/

Pope Leo XIV is set to undergo surgery this week to remove a nodule in his lung. In a rare move, the pontiff announced the news himself. Chris Livesay reports.

Leo, 71, is considered otherwise healthy and physically fit, both positive factors for his recovery.

The case of Pope Leo shows how small lung nodules are often found during routine health checks. Quick treatment is generally advised before nodules can grow to become larger life-threatening masses.

Pope Leo XIV​ revealed the discovery of a lung nodule during his Sunday noon prayer and said he was following doctors' advice to have it removed.

The Pontiff announced on Sunday that he will have a lung nodule removed, raising questions about his South American tour La entrada Pope Leo XIV is undergoing surgery: Is his Argentina visit at risk? se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

Pope Leo XIV has announced plans to undergo surgery to remove a small nodule found in his lung during medical examinations. Here are five key things to know.

Pope Leo will go into hospital on Tuesday before surgery to remove a small growth found on one of his lungs, the Vatican said, as the pontiff kept up a busy schedule on Monday.

Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to hospital on Tuesday morning for an operation to remove a lump from his lung, the Vatican said.

Pope Leo XIV recently revealed he'll be undergoing surgery to remove a nodular lesion discovered in his lungs.

Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to hospital on Tuesday morning for an operation to remove a lump from his lung, the Vatican said.

(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo surgery "in the coming days" to remove a nodule on his lung, in the first major health event of his 17-month pontificate...

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to have an operation this week to remove “a localized nodule” in his lung that was “detected at a very early stage.”

Doctors found a nodule on the pontiff's lung, he said on Sunday.

The surgery to remove a pulmonary nodule will mark Pope Leo's first hospitalisation since he became head of the Catholic Church.

The Vatican press office has said doctors expect the pope's recovery to take around a week. That would make it possible for him to leave for his visit to Latin America as planned on 6 November.

Pope Leo XIV is to undergo surgery this week to remove a lung nodule — a small growth of dense tissue inside the lung. Here is what to know about the procedure.

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to have an operation this week to remove "a localized nodule" in his lung that was "detected at a very early stage." It is the first medical event of his 17-month papacy.

Pope Leo will reportedly be admitted to a hospital in Rome on Tuesday after revealing doctors found a localized nodule on his lung that needs to be removed. NBC’s Daniele Hamamdjian reports for TODAY.

The Catholic Bishops" Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has called on the faithful to pray for Pope Leo XIV as he prepares to undergo lung surgery.

Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule discovered in his lung during recent medical examinations.   The 71-year-old pontiff disclosed this on Sunday during his weekly Angelus address to worshippers gathered in St Peter’s Square at the Vatican.   He said the growth was detected at a very early stage and was well localised, adding that his doctors had recommended surgery.   “The doctors believe that it is best to intervene, so, following their advice, I have decided to undergo surgery to remove it. The operation is already scheduled to take place in the coming days,” the pope said in a statement posted on the website of the Vatican news, the official news service of the Holy See.     Matteo Bruni, director of the Holy See press office, said the operation was expected to take place early in the week, with the pope anticipated to spend an estimated one week in post-operative recovery.   A lung nodule (pulmonary nodule) is a small mass of tissue in the lung that shows up as a white spot on a chest X-ray or CT scan.   Leo thanked worshippers for their support and prayers ahead of the operation.     The planned procedure comes as the pope prepares for a pastoral visit to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru scheduled for November 6 to 17.   It is not yet clear whether the surgery will affect the trip. Leo, who was elected pope in May 2025 following the death of Pope Francis, is the first American to lead the Catholic Church.

Pope Leo XIV will be admitted to a hospital Tuesday morning to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered during recent medical tests, the Vatican said Monday.

Pope Leo said on Sunday that a small, well-contained nodule had been detected early during a recent check-up and that he would undergo surgery this week.

It's business as usual at the Vatican, a day after Pope Leo XIV revealed he would have an operation this week to remove a lung nodule

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled for surgery to extract a lung nodule and is anticipated to recover within a week at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, a facility renowned for treating previous popes. Although the pope's health remains stable, this operation could potentially hinder his upcoming international engagements. Vatican officials announced he may not be able to participate in a public mass this week.

Pope Leo XIV has said he will have an operation to remove a lump on his lung this week, the first time a pope has made a personal medical announcement of this kind.

Pope Leo is maintaining his regular schedule on Monday as he awaits surgery to remove a small growth found on one of his lungs, the Vatican said. Leo, 71, said on Sunday that the growth, a small nodule, had been found on a recent check-up, was “well-contained” and had been spotted early. The nodule was […]

Pope Leo XIV is to have an operation to remove a localized lung nodule detected early

The growth was spotted during a routine check-up

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery in the coming days after doctors discovered a small, localized nodule on his lung during recent medical examinations. The pontiff shared the news after the Angelus prayer, explaining that the nodule was detected at a very early stage and remains well-contained. Following medical advice, he […] The post Pope Leo XIV To Undergo Surgery To Remove Nodule In His Lungs appeared first on Information Nigeria.

MANILA, Philippines — The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has urged Filipino Catholics to pray for Pope Leo XIV as he prepares to undergo lung surgery. In a statement issued on Monday, CBCP president and Lipa Archbishop Gilbert Garcera urged bishops and priests to offer Masses for the pope’s successful surgery and full recovery. “Let us pray that the Lord may guide his surgeons and all who care for him, sustain him with strength and peace, and restore him to health as he continues to shepherd the universal Church,” Garcera said. READ: Pope Leo XIV to be operated on […]...Keep on reading: CBCP urges prayers for Pope Leo XIV ahead of lung surgery

The 71-year-old Pope said the growth in his lung was ‘well contained’ and spotted early.

The Pope has shocked pilgrims attending a prayer service in St Peter's Square by revealing he will undergo surgery in Rome to remove a nodule on his lung.

The Pope has shocked pilgrims attending a prayer service in St Peter's Square by revealing he will undergo surgery in Rome to remove a nodule on his lung.

Pope Leo XIV says he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a localised lung nodule detected at an early stage.

Pope Leo has disclosed that doctors discovered a small growth on his lung during a recent check-up and that he will undergo surgery later this week to remove it, marking the first health scare of his tenure at age 71. Addressing pilgrims gathered in St Peter’s Square for his weekly Sunday prayer, Leo said the […]

Pope Leo XIV, 71, said he will have surgery this week to remove a nodule in his lung. Chris Livesay has the latest in Rome.

The Pope says the small growth is ‘well-contained’ and was spotted early; recovery ​from surgery to take about a week, Vatican says

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove an early-stage nodule on his lung. The Vatican said the procedure was planned for this week. NBC News’ Anne Thompson reports.

No information has been given as to whether the surgery and recovery would affect the pope's agenda for international trips

Pope Leo will have surgery this week after a small growth was detected on his lung.

Pope Leo will have surgery this week after a small growth was detected on his lung.

Pope Leo will have surgery this week after a small growth was detected on his lung.

Pope Leo XIV has announced he will be operated on “in the coming days” after a nodule was found on his lung during a medical check-up. “The doctors found an early, well-localised nodule on my lung,” he told the public during his weekly Sunday prayers in St Peter’s Square in Rome. The 71-year-old said his […] The post Pope Leo to have surgery after lump found on lung appeared first on nationnews.com.

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday announced he would have an operation “in the coming days” for a lump on his lung, saying it had been located “at a very early stage”. “During recent medical checks, a nodule on my lung was found. It has been detected at a very early stage and is very localised,” the 71-year-old said in a weekly address in St Peter’s Square. “The doctors believe it would be right to intervene and so, following their advice, I have decided to have the operation to remove it. The operation is already planned in the coming […]...Keep on reading: Pope Leo XIV to be operated on for lump on lung

The 71-year-old Leo said the nodule was found at an early stage and was "circumscribed" or small and well-localized. The Vatican said Leo's expected recovery time from surgery would be a week.

Nodule detected at a very early stage, pontiff says

The Diocese of Calbayog has called on the people to pray for the speedy recovery of Pope Leo XIV, who will undergo surgery to remove a nodule in his lung.

The Vatican said Leo's expected recovery time from surgery would be a week.

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule found in his lung, assuring the faithful that it was detected at an early stage. Speaking during his weekly Angelus address at St. Peter’s Square on Sunday, the 71-year-old pontiff said recent medical tests had revealed the lump. “During recent medical […] Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery

"It was detected at a very early stage and is well-localized," the pontiff said Sunday. "The doctors believe that it is best to intervene"

Pope Leo XIV announced that a lung nodule was detected during his recent health examination. The growth, identified early and deemed well-contained, has prompted the pope to pursue surgery for its removal in the upcoming days. Doctors anticipate a recovery period of roughly one week, highlighting the significance of early detection for potential treatment pathways.

Pope Leo XIV said Sunday he will have surgery this week to remove an early-stage nodule on his lung.

El papa León XIV anunció este domingo 11 de octubre, al finalizar el Ángelus en la plaza de San Pedro, que se someterá a una intervención quirúrgica en los próximos días para extirpar un nódulo pulmonar detectado en una fase muy inicial y bien localizado. El pontífice, de 71 años y primer papa estadounidense de […] La entrada El papa León XIV anuncia que será operado por nódulos en sus pulmones se publicó primero en Studiofutbol.

Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a lesion on his lung.

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery this week, to remove a nodule in his lung.

Pope Leo said on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this week to remove ​it, in the ‌first health scare of the 71-year-old pontiff's tenure. We discuss that with our correspondent Seema Gupta.

Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove an early-stage lung nodule, with a week in hospital expected as he prepares for a November trip to Latin America.

The 71-year-old spiritual leader informed pilgrims during his weekly Sunday blessing at St Peter's Square.

  On Sunday Pope Leo XIV announced that he will be undergoing surgery to remove a lump found in his lung. He made this announcement while addressing the congregation during the Sunday Angelus prayer at St. Peters Square in Vatican... The post Pope Leo to undergo surgery; recovery expected to take a week appeared first on Dominica News Online.

Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will have a lung operation in the coming days, after a nodule was […]

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule discovered in his lung, marking the first major health concern for the 71-year-old pontiff since he became the leader of the Catholic Church last year. Leo revealed the diagnosis during his weekly Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Square, telling worshippers that […]

The 71-year-old pontiff, who is relatively young for a church leader, did not say whether the lesion was malignant during his Sunday address to the faithful.

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Pope Leo XIV on Sunday announced he would have an operation "in the coming days" for a lump on his lung, saying it had been located "at a very early stage". The post Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule appeared first on Vanguard News.

A recent medical examination found a small nodule, he announced, adding that doctors would remove it this week.

Pope Leo XIV said he would undergo surgery after doctors found a "localized nodule" in his lung.

Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a localized lung nodule. “During some check-ups, doctors discovered a localized nodule on my lung,” the 71-year-old pope told those gathered in St Peter’s Square for the Angelus prayer on Sunday. “It was detected at a very early stage and is well-defined. The doctors … The post Pope Leo announces he will undergo surgery to remove lung nodule appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.

Pope Leo XIV, 71, will undergo surgery in Rome to remove a small, early-stage nodule on his lung, with an expected recovery time of one week.

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks. The 71-year-old pope said the nodule was found at an early stage and was “circumscribed” or well-localized. The Vatican later said Leo would undergo surgery in the first days of the week, with an expected recovery time of a week. The American pope made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing. He thanked the crowd for their closeness and entrusted himself to their prayers. A lung nodule is a small […]...Keep on reading: Lung surgery for Pope Leo XIV to remove localized nodule

Pope Leo XIV announces he will have an operation to remove "a nodule" on his lung "in the coming days"; No news as to whether the surgery will impact his upcoming tour to South America, which includes three days in Argentina. Leer más

Addressing the public during his traditional Sunday noon blessing, Leo thanked those who had expressed concern and asked them to keep him in their prayers. The pope said the abnormality had been detected at an early stage and was localised, adding that he had decided to proceed with surgery on medical advice.

The 71-year-old pontiff will go under the knife ‘in the coming days’.

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks. The 71-year-old pope said the nodule was found at an early stage and was “circumscribed” or well-localized. The Vatican later said Leo would undergo surgery in the first days of the week, with an expected recovery time of a week. The American pope made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing. He thanked the crowd for their closeness and entrusted himself to their prayers. A lung nodule is a small abnormal area measuring less than 3 centimeters that sometimes appears on a CT scan of the chest or abdomen, according to the American Cancer Society. Often, the scans are done to investigate trauma or a lung infection, unrelated to a lung cancer screening. Leo has no previously known health problems and is considered physically active, with weekly tennis games and swimming at the papal summer retreat in Castel Gandolfo. The pope has a major trip planned Nov. 6-17 to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru. It's uncle

The 71-year-old pontiff will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

The 71-year-old pontiff will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

The 71-year-old pontiff will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

The Vatican says Leo’s recovery is expected to take a week and did not say whether the nodule is believed to be malignant

It is the first health scare of the 71-year-old pontiff's tenure.

Pontiff says it was detected at an early stage and procedure will take place in the first days of this weekPope Leo XIV has said he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.The 71-year-old said the nodule was found at an early stage and was “circumscribed” or well localised. The Vatican later said Leo would undergo surgery in the first days of this week, with an expected recovery time of a week. Continue reading...

The pontiff said he would be operated on "in the coming days" to remove a lung nodule, which he said was found at "a very early stage."

Pope Leo said on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this week to remove it, in the first health scare of the 71-year-old pontiff’s tenure. Leo told pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square for his weekly Sunday prayer that the […]

Pope Leo revealed in his Sunday blessing he is set to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule found in recent medical checks.

Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his lung

Pope Leo XIV said that the nodule was “detected at a very early stage and is well localized,” and that the surgery would be in the coming days.

Pope Leo XIV said on Sunday he will have surgery to remove a lung nodule this week, with about a week of recovery expected. The post Pope Leo XIV to Have Lung Surgery This Week appeared first on The Rio Times.

Vatican says 71-year-old Pope Leo XIV will spend about a week in the hospital after a lung surgery to remove nodule

The American pope has no previously known health problems and is known to be physically active

Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

Pope Leo, 71, told pilgrims in St. Peter's Square for his weekly Sunday prayer that the growth was "well-contained" and caught at an early stage.

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule had been detected at a very early stage and was confined to a small area.

Pope Leo to undergo surgery after doctors detect small growth in lung

Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to undergo surgery in coming days to remove an early-stage nodule on his lung, he announced Sunday. The post Pope Leo to Undergo Surgery to Remove a Nodule on His Lung appeared first on Breitbart.

Pope Leo XIV announced doctors found a lung nodule at a "very early stage," with surgery scheduled in coming days.

"It was detected at a very early stage and is well localised," the pontiff said during an address in St. Peter's Square.

Pope Leo XIV said doctors had detected a very early-stage nodule in his lung, and that he would undergo surgery in the coming days.

Pope Leo said ⁠on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this ‌week to remove it, in the first health scare of the 71-year-old pontiff’s tenure. Leo told pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square for his weekly Sunday prayer that the growth was “well-contained” and caught at an early stage. “Recently, during ⁠some medical examinations, doctors found a localised nodule in my ‌lung,” said the pontiff. “It was detected at a...

The 71-year-old Leo made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing

Pope Leo XIV said doctors had detected a very early-stage nodule in his lung, and that he would undergo surgery in the coming days.

The Vatican says Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery this week for a nodular lesion in his lung, with the recovery time expected to be a week

The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".

The 71-year-old made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing.

Pope Leo said on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this week to remove it.

Pope Leo is scheduled undergo surgery in "the next few days."

Pope Leo has announced he will undergo surgery in coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

Pope Leo has announced he will undergo surgery in coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung.

The Pope has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.

Pope Leo XIV has announced he will undergo surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his lung - this is a breaking story

Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove an early-stage nodule on his lung.

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday he will undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodular lesion on his lung that was recently discovered during medical checks.

Pope Leo has announced he is to undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung.