Pope Leo XIV to Undergo Planned Lung Surgery This Week
Vatican spokesman announced Pope Leo XIV is scheduled for planned lung surgery this week to address a nodular lesion, with recovery expected to take one week at Rome's Gemelli Hospital.
Houston, TX, October 11, 2026 — A Vatican spokesman has announced that Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to undergo planned lung surgery this week. The procedure is intended to address a nodular lesion identified in his lung.
The surgery is expected to take place at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, a facility that has a history of treating high-profile figures. While specific details regarding the nodular lesion were not immediately elaborated upon by the spokesman, the announcement indicates the condition is being proactively managed through a scheduled medical intervention.
Following the surgery, Pope Leo XIV is anticipated to require a recovery period of approximately one week. The Vatican has not yet provided further details on the exact dates for the procedure or the post-operative arrangements, other than stating the surgery will occur sometime this week.
Gemelli Hospital, officially known as the Agostino Gemelli University Polyclinic, is a prominent teaching hospital affiliated with the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. It has previously hosted several papal patients and is recognized for its advanced medical capabilities.
The Vatican has stated that further updates will be provided as necessary. The announcement comes as part of the Vatican’s commitment to transparency regarding the health of the Pontiff.
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