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Vatican Surgery of Pope Leo XIV

La Iglesia se une para orar por la salud del Papa

Catholic IntelligenceUpdated 1 min read

Spanish bishops and religious leaders are calling for prayers for Pope Leo XIV following surgery to remove a lung nodule.

The Holy See Press Office reported that the Pope underwent a successful procedure this past Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung. A medical examination confirmed a diagnosis of pulmonary adenocarcinoma. Doctors expect the Pope to remain hospitalized for approximately one week, with further updates regarding his treatment to follow.

Bishop Luis Argüello, president of the Spanish Episcopal Conference, invited the Spanish Church, including dioceses, religious orders, and lay associations, to pray for the Pope's health. In Asturias, Archbishop Jesús Sanz joined the calls for prayer, asking for the Pope's quick recovery.

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