Pope Leo to enter hospital on Tuesday for surgery on lung nodule
- Pope Leo entered Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Tuesday for surgery to remove a small lung nodule.
- The Vatican said Professor Stefano Margaritora would lead the operation, which could determine whether the growth is cancerous and whether further treatment is needed.
- The Vatican expected Leo to remain hospitalized for about a week and canceled his public events through October 20.
- Leo is scheduled to visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, but his recovery will determine whether the trip proceeds as planned.
722 Articles
722 Articles
He thanked everyone who prayed for him and announced a gradual return to duties.
Doctors expect that he will be able to make the planned trip to Latin America during the month of November.
The pope spoke this Sunday, October 18, from the window of the Apostolic Palace in Rome. Addressing the crowd, he thanked the faithful for their prayers during his first official apparition since the announcement of his cancer.
This Sunday, October 18, Pope Leo XIV found the faithful gathered in St Peter's Square, Vatican. Five days after having undergone an operation to remove a cancerous tumor from the lung, the 71-year-old pontiff spoke for the first time in front of the crowd. The opportunity to thank those who supported him and to give news of his recovery.
The Holy See confirms the full recovery of the Catholic hierarchy, who dedicated a few words of hope after its convalescence.
"With help of God and your prayers": Pope Leo XIV makes first public appearance after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV made his first public appearance after lung cancer surgery, thanking people for their prayers and the medical staff who treated him. He said he would gradually resume his duties as doctors continue examining his condition to determine whether further treatment is needed.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 48% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
