What we know about Pope Leo XIV's planned lung operation this week
Pope Leo XIV is expected to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule this week at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, with doctors anticipating a recovery of about…
France 24 reports: Pope Leo XIV is expected to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule this week at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, with doctors anticipating a recovery of about seven days.
The 71-year-old pontiff is due to travel to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru on November 6, though the Vatican has not confirmed the operation date.
This world story centres on Argentina. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Pope Leo XIV, Rome’s Gemelli and Uruguay.
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- Pope Leo XIV, Rome’s Gemelli, Uruguay, Peru
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