GNN, ROME: Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to Gemelli Hospital in Rome for surgery to remove a nodule in his lung, according to a statement from the Vatican on Tuesday.

The procedure is scheduled to take place later in the afternoon under the leadership of Dr. Stefano Margaritora, the hospital’s chief thoracic surgeon. The medical team is expected to carry out the operation to remove the abnormal growth detected in the Pope’s lung.
The development has drawn attention to the Pope’s health, although the presence of a lung nodule does not necessarily indicate cancer. Further medical examination will be required to determine the exact nature of the lesion.

Oncologists have indicated that, if the nodule turns out to be cancerous, the outlook could still be favourable because the growth is expected to be removed at an early stage. Early detection and treatment can be important factors in managing cancer.

The Vatican’s announcement comes as attention remains focused on the Pope’s medical care and recovery. Further details about the outcome of the surgery and his subsequent health condition were not included in the information provided in the initial announcement.