Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to undergo surgery in the coming days to remove a nodule from his lung, a development widely reported across major news accounts. stated directly, "Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a nodule on his lung." provided further details, reporting, "BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV announced Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove a small nodule from his lung, revealing the unexpected health concern to thousands of faithful gathered in St. Peter's Square following his traditional Angelus prayer." The 71-year-old pontiff indicated that doctors found the nodule at a "very early stage."
Confirming the news, added, "Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery this week after a nodular lesion was found in his lung, the Vatican said. Recovery is expected to take a week." Similarly, reported, "Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove a localized lung nodule. He said the nodule – a small mass of dense tissue – was detected 'at a very early stage.'" also confirmed the upcoming procedure, noting, "Pope Leo XIV said he is scheduled to undergo surgery in the 'next few days' after doctors found a nodule on his lung."
