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Pope Leo to undergo surgery for early-stage lung nodule
NRKLO·VA·about 17 hours ago
Pope Leo XIV will undergo surgery to remove an early-stage pulmonary nodule, with an estimated one-week hospitalization. The Vatican has not altered his scheduled November 6-17 tour of Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru, but the health event introduces uncertainty about the trip's feasibility.
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Pope Leo XIV is confirmed to undergo surgery for an early-stage lung nodule in the coming days. The procedure's impact on his scheduled November 6-17 apostolic journey to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru remains uncertain, despite claims the tour is unchanged. The condition is described as non-urgent, with early detection suggesting a favorable prognosis.