# Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma, which was successfully removed

https://mins.news/en/item/98660

- TASS, 2026-10-13 20:46 UTC
- Health
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2201637

> Pope Leo XIV had surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung, according to a statement from his doctors released by the Holy See Press Office. An examination during the operation confirmed lung adenocarcinoma. The procedure lasted about three hours.

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