Pope Leo XIV Undergoes Lung Surgery: Latest Health Update

 Pope Leo XIV Undergoes Lung Surgery: Latest Health Update

Pope Leo XIV underwent successful lung surgery in Rome on October 13, 2026, after doctors discovered a growth during a routine medical examination. According to Reuters and Vatican reporting, doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung after tests identified pulmonary adenocarcinoma, a type of lung cancer. The operation lasted approximately 90 minutes and was completed without complications. The 71-year-old pope returned to his hospital room at Gemelli Hospital and is expected to spend about a week recovering. The Vatican has not yet provided a complete long-term treatment plan. His public schedule has been adjusted during recovery, and further updates are expected as doctors assess his condition. Catholics and supporters around the world have expressed prayers and wishes for his recovery. Readers should follow official Vatican announcements for confirmed medical updates.