Pope admitted to hospital for surgery to remove lump on his lung
Summary
Pope Leo XIV was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital for surgery to remove a lump found on his lung during routine medical checks. The 71-year-old Pope announced the operation himself and said the lump was detected early and contained. He is expected to recover and resume his schedule, including a planned trip to Latin America in November.Key Facts
- Pope Leo XIV is having surgery to remove a lung lump found during routine exams.
- The lump was described as "contained" and discovered very early.
- Surgery is being done at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital by thoracic surgeons.
- The Pope announced the surgery during his Sunday Angelus blessing.
- He has no symptoms and is generally considered healthy.
- His schedule is cleared until October 20 for recovery.
- The Pope plans to travel to Latin America, including Peru, in early November.
- Vatican officials and followers expressed concern but confidence in his recovery.
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