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HealthPope Leo XIV admitted to hospital for surgery to remove lung lump

Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital for surgery to remove a lung nodule discovered during routine checks. He said it was contained and found at a very early stage. The operation is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon, and the Vatican promised an update that evening.

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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-10-13 16:21Original

Pope Leo XIV admitted to hospital for surgery to remove lung lump
Pope Leo XIV admitted to hospital for surgery to remove lung lumpHealth