Pope Leo to enter hospital on Tuesday for surgery on lung nodule
- On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery at Rome's Agostino Gemelli University Hospital to remove a cancerous mass from his lung. Doctors confirmed the 71-year-old pontiff has lung adenocarcinoma, successfully removing the lower lobe of his right lung.
- After discovering a "small, localized nodule" during routine checks, Leo decided to undergo immediate surgery to avoid disrupting his upcoming 11-day tour of Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. He revealed the discovery during his Sunday Angelus address on October 11, 2026.
- By Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the pontiff began walking, resumed eating regular meals, and underwent respiratory physiotherapy. Professor Stefano Margaritora reported the operation was successful, with postoperative recovery progressing within the expected range.
- All public audiences remain canceled until October 20, 2026, while the Vatican monitors the Pope's recovery. Peruvian President Keiko Fujimori noted the recovery timeline could necessitate adjustments to the planned November 6–17 trip.
- Oncologists describe the prognosis as "excellent" since the cancer was detected at an early stage. This operation marks the first major health event of Leo's 17-month papacy, drawing global attention to the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics.
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Pope Leo is eating and walking after cancer surgery, but Latin America trip in question
ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV resumed his regular diet, began walking and underwent respiratory exercises on Wednesday as he recovered from surgery to remove a cancerous mass from his lung, the Vatican said.
Pope Leo XIV is out of bed, walking and eating after surgery to remove a cancerous lung tumor, and post-operative tests show his recovery is normal, doctors said Wednesday.
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