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HealthPope Leo XIV has lung cancer but successful surgery, Vatican says

The Vatican said Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with lung cancer after a lump was found during routine checks. He underwent a successful 90-minute operation at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital to remove the lower lobe of his right lung and was diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma. He woke normally and was briefly observed.

BBBC News 2026-10-13 21:43