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Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery for nodular lesion

October 12, 2026

Summary

Pope Leo XIV, known for his physical activity, will undergo surgery to remove a nodular lesion found in his lung, according to the Vatican.

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  • Pope Leo to undergo surgery after nodular lesion found in lung, Vatican says

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  • Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung
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