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Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer, Surgery Confirmed

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Pope Leo XIV, 71, underwent surgery to remove a lung nodule, confirming a diagnosis of lung cancer. The procedure, lasting 90 minutes, was successful and confirmed the presence of adenocarcinoma.

The Vatican confirmed the operation was performed at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, led by Dr. Stefano Margaritora. Preoperative tests suspected the cancer, and the diagnosis was confirmed during surgery. Leo, the first U.S.-born pope, has been transparent about his health, revealing the nodule during his Sunday prayer.

All appointments were canceled until October 20, and Leo is staying in a nearby room due to renovations at the papal suite. The Vatican emphasized the successful outcome and the timely detection, which allowed immediate treatment. No further changes to his hospitalization are planned.

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  1. the-hill — Vatican says Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer and that the lower lobe of his right lung was removed ·
  2. the-hindu — Pope Leo has lung cancer, lower lobe of right lung removed: Vatican ·
  3. guardian — Pope Leo diagnosed with lung cancer as growth removed during surgery ·

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