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Pope Leo XIV disclosed on Sunday that he will undergo surgery to remove a small nodule from his lung, an announcement that interrupted his traditional Angelus prayer in St.
The 71-year-old pontiff stated that medical professionals identified the growth at a "very early stage" and recommended its removal.
Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni confirmed that the surgery is scheduled for the coming days and that the pope is expected to remain hospitalized for approximately one week.
During his address to thousands of faithful, Leo explained that doctors found a small lump in his lung that was "well situated." He noted that the medical team considered intervention appropriate, leading to his decision to proceed with the procedure.
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