Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove nodule on lung

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Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove nodule on lung

The 71-year-old Leo made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing

Rebecca Thomas Sunday 11 October 2026 11:29 BST

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Pope Leo XIV has said that he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung.

The pope said it was found in an early stage and was “circumscribed.” He said surgery was scheduled in the coming days.

The 71-year-old Leo made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing. No further details were immediately released.

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