Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer, according to a statement from the Vatican on Tuesday. The pope underwent a 90-minute surgical procedure to remove a nodule from his lung, which successfully resulted in the removal of the lower lobe of his right lung. The Vatican indicated that the pope is in recovery and that there are no planned changes to his hospitalization duration.
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Vatican reports Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent lung surgery
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with lung cancer following surgery to remove a lung nodule. The procedure was successful, and the pope is currently recovering without changes to his hospitalization schedule.
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Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and that the lower lobe of his right lung was removed
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Vatican reports Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer and underwent lung surgery