Pope Leo XIV set to enter Rome hospital for removal of long module. Here's how long he will stay.


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Pope Leo XIV was expected to be admitted to a Rome hospital Tuesday, Oct. 13 for the removal of a lung nodule.

VATICAN CITY, — Pope Leo XIV was expected to be admitted to a Rome hospital Tuesday, Oct. 13 for the removal of a lung nodule, an operation that experts say will determine whether the lesion is malignant and if other treatment is needed.

The surgery, which is usually performed under general anesthesia, will require a weeklong hospital stay and the Vatican on Monday canceled all Leo’s audiences through Oct. 20.

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