From Rolling Stone · Daniel Kreps · · 40s
Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Lung Surgery
Pope Leo XIV will have lung surgery after doctors found a small nodule during recent checks.
In brief
Pope Leo XIV will have lung surgery after doctors found a small nodule during recent checks. Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a small lung nodule detected early in medical exams. Originally reported by Rolling Stone.
Pope Leo XIV Announces Lung Surgery

Pope Leo XIV announced he will undergo surgery to remove a small lung nodule detected early in medical exams.
“Dear friends, during some recent medical examinations, the doctors found a small, localized nodule in my lung.”
Doctors Recommend Early Intervention
Doctors believe the nodule is best removed now due to its early stage and localized nature.
“It was detected at a very early stage and is well-localized. The doctors believe that it is best to intervene.”
Pope Thanks Followers for Prayers
Pope Leo XIV thanked the faithful for their spiritual closeness and entrusted himself to their prayers.
“I thank you for your spiritual closeness and entrust myself to your prayers.”
What it means
Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a small lung nodule detected early in medical exams.


