Pope Leo XIV will have surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung
Pope Leo XIV is recovering as expected at Rome's Gemelli hospital following surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his right lung. The 71-year-old pontiff spent a peaceful night in the hospital, is walking and eating normally, and has begun respiratory therapy. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni reported that the pope was in good spirits. Bishops, clergy, religious, and faithful worldwide offered prayers ahead of the medical procedure. The Vatican previously announced the planned hospitalization and surgery to address the pulmonary growth.
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- ✓ Pope Leo XIV is recovering as expected after surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his right lung.
- ✓ The 71-year-old pope spent a peaceful night at Rome's Gemelli hospital following the procedure.
- ✓ Pope Leo XIV is walking, eating normally, and has begun respiratory therapy.
- ✓ Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni stated that the pope was in good spirits the day after surgery.
What changed
The Vatican confirmed that Pope Leo XIV successfully underwent surgery to remove a cancerous mass and is now recovering.
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Pope Leo XIV Recovering After Lung Cancer Surgery
Pope Leo XIV is recovering as expected at Rome's Gemelli hospital following surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his right lung. The 71-year-old pontiff spent a peaceful night in the hospital, is walking and eating normally, and has begun respiratory therapy. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni reported that the pope was in good spirits. Bishops, clergy, religious, and faithful worldwide offered prayers ahead of the medical procedure. The Vatican previously announced the planned hospitalization and surgery to address the pulmonary growth.
Why it matters
The health of the head of the Catholic Church is a matter of intense global interest, drawing widespread attention from the clergy and faithful. Medical procedures involving pontiffs historically prompt significant public concern regarding their ability to fulfill papal duties. The successful operation at Gemelli hospital marks a major health milestone for the 71-year-old pope.
What is confirmed
- Pope Leo XIV is recovering as expected after surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his right lung.
- The 71-year-old pope spent a peaceful night at Rome's Gemelli hospital following the procedure.
- Pope Leo XIV is walking, eating normally, and has begun respiratory therapy.
- Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni stated that the pope was in good spirits the day after surgery.
What to watch next
- Further medical bulletins from the Vatican regarding Pope Leo XIV's post-operative recovery timeline.
- Statements from Vatican officials on when the pope might be discharged from Gemelli hospital.
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- The New York Times — Pope Leo Will Have Surgery to Remove Growth on Lung
- OSV News — Bishops, clergy, religious and faithful offer prayers for Pope Leo ahead of lung surgery
- AP News — Pope Leo XIV will have surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule on his lung
- CNN — What to know about Pope Leo’s planned lung nodule surgery
- Reuters — Pope Leo to be hospitalised on Tuesday ahead of surgery, Vatican says
- www.mercurynews.com — Pope Leo spent a peaceful night in the hospital after surgery to remove cancer, Vatican says
- nypost.com — Pope Leo recovering ‘as expected’ after surgery to remove cancerous mass from lung: Vatican
- angelusnews.com — Pope Leo begins respiratory therapy, recovering 'as expected' day after lung surgery
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