Pope Leo XIV Admitted to Gemelli Hospital for Lung Surgery
Pope Leo XIV arrived at Rome’s Agostino Gemelli University Hospital on Tuesday ahead of a planned afternoon surgery to remove a small, localized nodule from his lung.
The Holy See Press Office confirmed the procedure will be performed by the hospital’s thoracic surgery team, led by Professor Stefano Margaritora. A medical update is anticipated later this evening.
Matteo Bruni, Director of the Press Office, told reporters on Monday that the nodule was detected during routine medical checkups. He added that the Pontiff is expected to remain hospitalized for approximately one week to recover.
Despite his upcoming surgery, Pope Leo carried out all his scheduled morning audiences on Monday. Messages of support and well wishes from religious and political leaders worldwide continue to pour in.
Pope Leo XIV In Hospital Schedule
Pope Leo XIV has been admitted to Rome’s Agostino Gemelli University Hospital for a Tuesday afternoon procedure to remove a small, localized lung nodule.
The Operation: Led by Professor Stefano Margaritora and Gemelli's thoracic surgery team.
Diagnosis: Discovered during routine examinations, according to Holy See Press Office Director Matteo Bruni.
Recovery: The Pope is expected to stay in the hospital for about a week. Further updates will be released Tuesday evening.
Pope Leo maintained his full schedule of audiences on Monday morning as global leaders and church communities send their prayers and well wishes.
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