Pope Leo Announces Surgery for Lung Nodule
Pope Leo XIV has announced that an early-stage nodule was detected in his lung during routine check-ups and that he will undergo surgery soon.
Speaking after his traditional Sunday prayer in St. Peter's Square, Pope Leo XIV, the spiritual leader of the Catholic world, announced that upon the recommendation of doctors, he will undergo an operation in the coming days to remove a small nodule in his lung.
Lung Nodule Detected
In his Sunday announcement, Pope Leo XIV stated that a small mass was detected in his lung during recent medical examinations. He noted that doctors caught the condition at a very early stage and that the mass is located in a favorable position.
Surgery and Hospital Stay
According to information shared by Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni, the operation will be carried out in the coming days. The 71-year-old pontiff is expected to remain in the hospital for about a week following the surgery.
South America Trip Schedule
The Pope has a major international travel plan in November covering Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. It has not yet been clarified whether the upcoming surgery and recovery period will affect these travel plans.
Call for Ukraine and Grain Shipments
In addition to his statements regarding his health condition, the Pope touched upon the war in Ukraine, emphasizing that the conflicts affect poor countries beyond borders. He called on the parties to ensure the security of grain shipments in the Black Sea.