Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery for Lung Nodule

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery for Lung Nodule

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Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Surgery for Lung Nodule

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Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery this week for a localized lung nodule.
The nodule was detected at an early stage and is deemed "well-contained."
Recovery is expected to take about one week.
Pope Leo plans to proceed with a major trip to South America scheduled for November.
The surgery will take place at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, which has a history of treating popes.

Pope Leo XIV announced on October 11 that he will undergo surgery to remove a "localized nodule" in his lung. The nodule was found during routine medical checks and was deemed to be in a "very early stage," with doctors recommending immediate action, according to Le Monde and CBS News.

The pope, aged 71, expressed his gratitude for the support and prayers he has received, adding, "The doctors believe it’s best to take action, so, following their advice, I’ve decided to have surgery to remove it," as reported by Channel News Asia and India Times.

The procedure is scheduled for the first few days of the week at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, known for treating popes. Recovery time is anticipated to span about a week, which leads to concerns regarding his upcoming trip to South America from November 6 to 17, according to NPR and Channel News Asia.

Pope Leo has no previous health issues and is noted for being physically active, engaging in weekly tennis and swimming, as mentioned in multiple reports from Le Monde, CBS News, and India Times.