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Pope Leo XIV Recovering After Lung Cancer Surgery in Rome
Thoracic surgery was performed on Tuesday afternoon, October 13, 2026, at the Agostino Gemelli University Policlinic in Rome: the lower lobe of the Pope's right lung was removed using a video-assisted (minimally invasive thoracoscopic) technique. The operation lasted about 90 minutes and was completed without complications.
Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Surgery in Rome
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV underwent scheduled thoracic surgery at Rome's Agostino Gemelli University Hospital on Tuesday (10/13) to remove a small lung nodule detected during medical examinations. The 71-year-old pontiff had himself disclosed the nodule to the public beforehand.
Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Rome Surgery
The Vatican announced that Pope Leo XIV underwent scheduled thoracic surgery at Rome's Agostino Gemelli University Hospital on Tuesday (10/13) to remove a small lung nodule detected during a medical check-up. The 71-year-old Pope had previously disclosed the finding to the public himself.