Pope Leo XIV is set to enter a Rome hospital for removal of a lung nodule
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Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to Gemelli hospital in Rome for a surgical procedure to remove a lung nodule. The 71-year-old pontiff, who assumed his position in May 2025, reported that the growth was identified during routine medical examinations at an early stage. This event marks the Pope's first hospitalization since his election.
The upcoming operation is intended to facilitate the removal of the lesion and allow for diagnostic testing. Medical analysis will be required to determine if the nodule is malignant and to assess whether any follow-up treatment is necessary.
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France 24 (FR)Focuses on the Pope's personal statement and recent medical history
WESH 2 (Orlando, US)Emphasizes the diagnostic nature and potential medical outcomes of surgery
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