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UPDATED Oct 12, 2026 at 5:08 AM ET
Oct 11, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
Pope Leo to undergo surgery for lung growth
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Pope Leo says the small growth on his lung is well-contained and was detected early. The Vatican says recovery from the surgery is expected to take about a week.
WHO: Pope Leo
WHAT: Pope Leo is to undergo surgery for a lung growth.
WHEN: Reported Oct 12, 2026 at 12:51 AM ET
WHERE: Vatican City
WHY: The surgery is for a small, well-contained growth on Pope Leo's lung that was spotted early.
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