Pope Leo XIV successfully underwent surgery to remove a nodule in his lung. He was found to have an advanced form of cancer. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The surgical procedure was performed on October 13 at Rome's Gemelli University Hospital. After the operation, the pontiff was returned to his room.
"The operation was completed successfully, in accordance with the planned timeline and schedule, and the pope returned to his room," the Holy See Press Office said in a statement.
The Vatican promised to provide additional information about the pontiff's condition.
As Vatican News previously reported, the nodule was discovered during a routine medical examination. Director of the Holy See Press Office Matteo Bruni clarified that after surgery the pope is expected to remain in the hospital for about a week.
Leo XIV announced the upcoming procedure on October 11 after the Sunday Angelus prayer. According to him, the formation was detected at a very early stage, and doctors recommended its removal.
Thus, news about the health of the head of the Vatican has drawn the attention of the Catholic community and international media around the world. Holy See representatives noted that the operation was carried out as planned and was completed in accordance with the pre-established timeline.
It is worth noting that the discovery of the nodule during a routine examination indicates that it was detected at an early stage. In his statement on October 11, Leo XIV expressed his intention to follow the doctors' recommendations.
According to information disseminated by the Holy See Press Office and Vatican News, the operation was performed at Rome's Gemelli University Hospital. This institution has been officially confirmed in connection with the pontiff's treatment.
According to Matteo Bruni's clarification, after surgery the pope will remain in the hospital for about a week. This period corresponds to the doctors' preliminary plan.
The Vatican stated that it will provide additional information about the pontiff's condition later. Official statements are distributed through the Holy See Press Office.
In connection with this situation, world media are paying special attention to the health of the Pope. However, official sources have only confirmed that the operation was successful and that the pope returned to his room.
As the head of the Catholic Church, Leo XIV — any news about his health is significant at the international level. The Holy See Press Office noted that all official information will be provided in a timely manner.
Chronology of events: on October 11, Leo XIV announced the upcoming operation after the Angelus prayer; on October 13, the operation was performed at Gemelli Hospital; after the operation, the pontiff returned to his room. The Vatican said additional information would be provided later.
All data is based on statements from the Holy See Press Office and Vatican News. Official details about the operation and the pope's further condition are awaited.